1991 Mantis XCR-EC
Richard Cunningham originally offered the Mantis XCR as a fillet-brazed, all-steel frame in 1983, with the intention that the tighter design would be better for cross country racing. The next version with an aluminum front triangle and a steel rear end appeared in 1984 as a traditional diamond frame. The idea was to capitalize on the best traits of each material. Some time around 1989, the elevated chainstay or EC version of the frame was first offered, which solved the dreaded chain-suck problem. In addition it allowed for shorter chainstays that measured just 16.375 inches long, which quickened the handling an improved climbing. While the front ends were painted, the srears were durable, chrome plated. The build on this particular bike does not have any parts from Shimano, and relies heavily on the Mavic mountain bike group and brakes from Dia-Compe.
The Build
Year: 1991
S/N: XEC19325 Frame: Mantis XCR-EC Fork: Bontrager Race with Forward Dropouts Stem: Salsa Moto Headset: Mavic 315 Bottom Bracket: Mantis Cartridge Bearing Handlebar: Wilderness Trail Bikes Titanium Shifters: Mavic 870 Front Derailleur: Mavic 870 Rear Derailleur: Mavic 870 Brake Levers: Dia Compe 183 Front Brake: Dia Compe 986 Rear Brake: Dia Compe 986 Crankset: Mavic 637 Chainrings: Mavic 26-36-46 Pedals: Suntour XC Pro Hubs: Mavic Paris Gao Dakar Rims: Ritchey Vantage Comp Tires: Ritchey Harddrive Z-Max 1.95 Wheel QR: Mavic Seatpost: Syncros Propost Saddle: Selle Italia Flite Grips: ODI Tomac Attack Cogs: Suntour Powerglide Chain: Sedisport |
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