1990 Yeti Ultimate
The Ultimate was born out of the two-part article in Mountain Bike Action in which Yeti Cycles was contracted to fabricate the "ultimate" frame with elevated chainstays and an over-sized headtube. Weighing over 6 pounds as a frame and fork, the bike was no lightweight climber, but it was a stable descender that seemed to get better as things got faster. This frame was built in Agoura Hills, CA before the move to Durango. It features an eye-popping neon yellow and hot pink paint job with bottle cages and water bottles to match. As a fashion statement, it screams mid-90s.
The Build
Year: 1990
Frame: Yeti Ultimate Fork: Answer Accu-trax Stem: Yeti FTW Headset: Fisher Evolution Bottom Bracket: Bullseye Sealed Bearing Handlebar: Answer Taperlite Shifters: Shimano Deore XT M732 Front Derailleur: Shimano Deore XT M735 Rear Derailleur: Shimano Deore XT M735 Brake Levers: Dia Compe SS-5 Front Brake: Shimano Deore XT M732 Rear Brake: Shimano Deore XT M732 Crankset: Bullseye Tubular Chainring: Shimano SG 26-36-46 Pedals: Shimano Deore XT M747 Hubs: Bullseye Cartridge Bearing Rims: Ritchey Vantage Pro Tires: Ritchey Z-Max 2.35 Seatpost: IRD Saddle: Selle Italia Turbo Grips: ODI Tomac Attack Cogs: Sachs Freewheel Chain: Shimano 8 Speed |
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