This is a nice restoration/conversion. I'm kind of fascinated with these 26" commuter conversions lately. Also, I had some of those GT tires on my BMX bike at one point back in the 90s. Talk about a throw back...
I had one of these. Time just flies. I bought it for about £400 way back in 1995. On tick.. I paid a bit each week. The main triangle is cro-mo and the rear is hi-tensile steel. I remember the goofy stem.. I remember the Araya rims.. I wish I could go back in time.
I have one in storage. Got to take another look at it. From what I recall it was very weathered being left outside. Had rust and needs tires, cables, seat, grips and who knows what else. I picked it out of the garbage because it has a hint of being a big SE Quadangle
Good job, top to bottom. Got a '95 ? arette basement find My new commute ride, woulda put the rack in the back, I like saddlebags.KEEP PEDDLING for a terrific new year !!
Nice job. At the beginning I didn’t appreciate the potential but the end result was definitely a bike I’d like to use to do a quick ride to the shop/cafe/pub. Your take on design aesthetics and practicality is spot on. Merry Christmas! I look forward to see what you have coming up in ‘24.
just converted a 94 karakoram in purple to 1x9! it actually faded into blue from sun damage i guess but it actually looks gorgeous the way it is at the moment.
I have the axact same frame. Bought it 20 years ago for 30 dollars. Both kids used it as a commuter. Now a have rebuild it with a 1x10 speed. Also converted it into a dropbar bike. Doing gravel In the Woods.
I have a 1998 GT Arrowhead I picked up for nothing. I am building it as a resto-mod with a 1 by 10 drive train with a 27.5 wheel set. Can't go wrong with a vintage GT.
I have a 1994 GT Talera and I agree - GT made amazing paint jobs even on those "low end" models. And don't forget to mention the unique "Groove Tube" where the cables are hidden under the tube, it makes the bike look so clean and still somehow modern in my opinion. But also true, those model are quite heavy, and the frames are stiff, not very flexing. Great job, again! 👍
After watching your videos it really makes me wonder how many of these bikes were rebranded. Almost all the mountain bikes look like they are identical except the components. Thats why I like my GT. It looks a little different.
front derailluers on a commuter bike are overkill, plus its just more maintenance. 1x7 is all youd need on this kind of bike unless you just love constantly shifting and are ok with doing extra maintenance
I recently got one of these and can’t figure out the size of the seatpost. Do you remember what you used? My guess is maybe 27.2? Mine was stuck and sawed off and the insertion were a bit busted so guesswork before I can order a new one
This is a nice restoration/conversion. I'm kind of fascinated with these 26" commuter conversions lately. Also, I had some of those GT tires on my BMX bike at one point back in the 90s. Talk about a throw back...
I had one of these. Time just flies. I bought it for about £400 way back in 1995. On tick.. I paid a bit each week. The main triangle is cro-mo and the rear is hi-tensile steel. I remember the goofy stem.. I remember the Araya rims..
I wish I could go back in time.
Pretty one. The handle bar and the stem looks very good, great upgrade.
I have one in storage. Got to take another look at it. From what I recall it was very weathered being left outside. Had rust and needs tires, cables, seat, grips and who knows what else. I picked it out of the garbage because it has a hint of being a big SE Quadangle
Save it!
I like this bike almost as much as the BMX build you did. Thanks for the enjoyable videos
That looks great! Perfect all rounder
Just built a 3x 9 outpost aluminum. I like the paint on yours, subtle.
Love those old GT's with the Hellenic seat stays. Beautiful job, but wish you kept the triple chainring. Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas!!
Beautiful... Love the bars.
Another nice build , looks good !
Good job, top to bottom. Got a '95 ? arette basement find My new commute ride, woulda put the rack in the back, I like saddlebags.KEEP PEDDLING for a terrific new year !!
I like the build. Enjoy the retro!
Nice job. At the beginning I didn’t appreciate the potential but the end result was definitely a bike I’d like to use to do a quick ride to the shop/cafe/pub.
Your take on design aesthetics and practicality is spot on.
Merry Christmas! I look forward to see what you have coming up in ‘24.
just converted a 94 karakoram in purple to 1x9! it actually faded into blue from sun damage i guess but it actually looks gorgeous the way it is at the moment.
Love watching your videos. I find them relaxing and yet I’m learning while watching. Where do you find your bikes at? Some are very unique.
Mostly places like Facebook marketplaces or Craigslist, but some come in on trade.
Sweet Talera 🤙🏼
I have something similar. Comfortable and goes everywhere. Great all-rounder. I would have kept the triple and get some high top speeds :-)
Great build. It deserved the bow after you put the kick stand down. kyong-ye
I have the axact same frame. Bought it 20 years ago for 30 dollars. Both kids used it as a commuter. Now a have rebuild it with a 1x10 speed. Also converted it into a dropbar bike. Doing gravel In the Woods.
I love the versatility of these old-school mountain bikes and the ability to make them whatever you want!
I have a 1998 GT Arrowhead I picked up for nothing. I am building it as a resto-mod with a 1 by 10 drive train with a 27.5 wheel set. Can't go wrong with a vintage GT.
Excellent !!
I have a 1994 GT Talera and I agree - GT made amazing paint jobs even on those "low end" models. And don't forget to mention the unique "Groove Tube" where the cables are hidden under the tube, it makes the bike look so clean and still somehow modern in my opinion. But also true, those model are quite heavy, and the frames are stiff, not very flexing. Great job, again! 👍
Have you done any videos on your parts cleaner? Would love to see more about it.
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After watching your videos it really makes me wonder how many of these bikes were rebranded. Almost all the mountain bikes look like they are identical except the components. Thats why I like my GT. It looks a little different.
There is certainly a fine line between the details of all the bikes, and GT definitely stands out from the rest.
luv it
I have an outpost, although i dont know the year. A work buddy gave em to us cus he has so many lol
Very nice! 🎉
I've seen so many of these where they jettison the front derailleur and still wonder why.
front derailluers on a commuter bike are overkill, plus its just more maintenance. 1x7 is all youd need on this kind of bike unless you just love constantly shifting and are ok with doing extra maintenance
Agreed!!
I recently got one of these and can’t figure out the size of the seatpost. Do you remember what you used? My guess is maybe 27.2?
Mine was stuck and sawed off and the insertion were a bit busted so guesswork before I can order a new one
Shoot, I can't remember. That bike has moved onto a new owner, so I can't check.
what was the thing that you used in hubs sir ?
I'm not sure what you are asking.
is it lightweight sir because my father also has one and im gonna restore it
It's generally light weight. Definitely not a 50 old schwinn.
The stock stem. Bruh. 😅
Yeah, I know....not the best.
What brand were the cone wrenches you used?
Spin doctor