1992 Specialized Hardrock Ultra 18" cranberry purple

Classic do-it-all mountain bike. Best for 5’5”-5’11” riders.  Light and indestructible CroMoly steel frame in stunning cranberry purple, 21-speed Shimano transmission, 26”x1.95” all terrain tires.

This is Alex & Carolina’s bike now.

NEW & UPGRADED COMPONENTS

  • Stem: Suntour – shorter and more rounded than original, allows more comfortable riding position
  • Tires: CST 26×1.95” all terrain tires with tan sidewalls
  • Chain: KMC X8.93 1/2×3/32″ silver/gray with key link for easy disassembly
  • Inner tubes: Specialized
  • Brakeset: ProMax V-brakes, aluminum levers
  • Brake Pads: Shimano M-System
  • Cables, housing, and ferrules: Shimano, Jagwire
  • Pedals: FP-804 Black Plastic platform with reflectors
  • Saddle: Specialized AirGel (Velo VL 237) comfort saddle
  • Handlebars: CroMoly steel 2” raiser with 5-degree bend
  • Handlebar grips: soft foam ergonomic
  • Tarlek Silicone protectors in all places where cables’ housing touch the frame

ORIGINAL COMPONENTS

  • Frame: 18” Specialized CroMoly steel direct drive tubing butted, TIG-welded; handmade in Taiwan
  • Fork: Specialized CroMoly, unicrown crown
  • Wheels: 26” Araya VP-20 rims, Shimano Altus hubs, stainless spokes, brass nipples
  • Brakeset: Shimano Altus A20 brakes, levers
  • Shift Levers: Shimano Altus A20 Rapidfire Plus
  • Front Derailleur: Shimano Altus A20
  • Rear Derailleur: Shimano Altus A20
  • Crankset: Shimano Altus A20, 28/38/48 teeth
  • Rear Cogs: 7-speed, 13-30 teeth
  • Seatpost: Alloy micro-adjust with quick release
  • Handlebar Stem: CroMoly steel 40-degree
RESTORATION PICS