1990 Mongoose IBOC Pro

[Senri]

Just finished this bike. I really like the feel of it, maybe it is the XL size, but I am not sure. I bought it, because it brought back memories about a commercial of Mongoose. I don't remember exactly, but there was a large Pickup in it, with Mongoose written on the side, most likely a BMX add. Anyway, when I collected this bike, I was a bit disappointed as it was in a real state. It has seen a lot of action through the years probably, but it came out nicely. Resprayed most of the black parts, but keeping the text. I couldn't do much about the green marble paint, so it has it scratches and scuffs, but just because of the marble paint, it doesn't really show. Enjoy!

Frame: 1990 Mongoose IBOC Pro, Tange tubing, CroMo 4130 DB

Fork: Mongoose CroMo 4130

Headset: Tange (thanks Hoegaardenadds1!)
Stem: Mongoose IBOC
Handlebar: Mongoose
Grips: Ritchey WCS

Brakes: Shimano BR-MT62
Brake Pads: Koolstop Thinline
Brake Cables: Jagwire Ripcord
Cantilever cable hangers: Shimano
Brake Levers: Shimano ST-M071

Shifters: Shimano Deore DX
Front Derailleur: Shimano Deore DX (M650)
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Deore DX (M650)
Derailleur Cables: Jagwire Ripcord
Cassette: Shimano HG70
Chain: SRam PC-870
Cranks: Shimano MT60 (thanks icantthinkofausername!)
Crank Bolts:
Chainrings: Stronglight + Biopace granny
Bottom Bracket: Shimano UN-54
Pedals: Cordo (AGU) (VP look-a-like)

Hub Skewers: Shimano
Rims: Araya RM-17
Hubs: Shimano Deore DX (M650)
Tyres: Continental Explorer
Tubes: Continental

Saddle: Sella Italia
Seatpost: Mongoose
Seatpost Binder: Kalloy

Weight: 13.4kg (29.5lbs)

I don't really understand the weight. The original catalgue states 27lbs, and mine is almost fully original except for the tires. I actually bought those for another bike and planned skinwalls for this one. But the catalgue shows fully black ones as well, and I think the do fit.

 

[Tad]

I have one of these, though not as nice as yours. Lovely bike.

As for the weight, that catalogue would have quoted a weight for the smallest in the range with all sorts of bits removed.

 

[feetabix]

great!!.....love it!!

 

[Void(EN12-82)]

Nice bike you have there... always liked the old Mongoose bikes (especially the IBOC). You don't see them around too much.

Didn't they also have a way cool titanium IBOC back then? Black/Ti finish?

 

[Senri]

Thanks guys! Yes, the top model in 1990 was the IBOC Signature, which was indeed a combination of Titanium and CroMo.
I did my first serious ride this weekend on this bike. Incredible! I think I like it best of my bikes. I am not really sure why, but it feels very "effective", if you know what I mean. I have the feeling that all energy you put into it, is really used for forward motion.
Anyway, I am really happy with it, and it is certainly a shame you don't see them more often.

 

[Mongooseboy]

@Henri,nice Mongoose Iboc and nice clour!

Mine Mongoose Iboc comp 1996 is almost finshed with restauration and I think about 2 weeks it will be showed here.

1 week ago on Marktplaats there was the same Mongoose Iboc that you have in the clour Red,but it is sold for 75 Euro`s!
And on Marktplaats is still for sale a Mongoose Iboc comp 1991,maybe some one her from the Netherlands is intresset in this bike.
http://link.marktplaats.nl/274277926

Cheers,

Mark

 

[Mr Duke]

Its a.. Mongoose.

I bagged one of these on Flebay last night, couldn't resist. It looks like new. Will post some pics after collection!

 

[Senri]

I don't think you will be disappointed! These bikes have a good geometry, at least for me. And yes, pics we want!!!

 

[longun]

lovely bud,looks very classy

 

[Mr Duke]

And another one..

As promised here's a few pics of the Mongoose. Same year and model as Senri's.

Couldn't quite believe it when I went to collect, it's probably done about 50 miles! I've whipped some Trek T2 bar ends off it and given it a bit of a dust over, but other than that its completely stock. There's nothing to fettle or do on it! :?

The guy who had it was into motorbikes (he made frames and swing-arms for retro trials bikes!). He'd had it from new but I don't think it ever left the cul-de-sac..