1992 Klein Rascal
The Klein Rascal was the little sibling to the Attitude and Adroit models, with a more conventional front end that offered a ride that was less rigid and less harsh. The Rascal was also more moderately priced, but did retain the horizontal dropouts of the upper models. This particular example is built with a mix of high end components, both new and old. Of particular note are the Mavic 231 rims with a ceramic coating, Bontrager rollercam fork, extensive use of titanium, and an ultra-rare TNT-modified freewheel. The freewheel is a Dura Ace 7 speed that has been drilled for weight savings and re-plated, with an additional small cog to get 8 speeds.
The Build
Year: 1992
S/N: RC8A Frame: Klein Rascal Fork: Bontrager Race Rollercam Stem: Ibis Titanium Headset: Shimano Deore XT Bottom Bracket: Klein Cartridge Bearing Handlebar: Moots Titanium Shifters: Shimano XTR Rapid Fire Plus M950 Front Derailleur: Shimano Deore XT M737 Rear Derailleur: Shimano Deore XT M737 Brake Levers: Paul Component Eng. Love Levers Front Brake: WTB Speedmaster Rollercam Rear Brake: Avid Tri-Align Crankset: Cook Brothers Racing RSR Chainrings: Shimano SG 26-36-46 Pedals: Shimano Deore XT M747 Hubs: WTB Grease Guard Rims: Mavic 231 Ceramic Tires: Michelin XCR Dry (2) Wheel QR: Ringle Ti-Stix Seatpost: American Classic Titanium Saddle: Fi'zi:k Pave Grips: Lizardskins Moab Cogs: TNT Performance Modified Dura Ace 8 Spd Chain: Wippermann Connex Bottle Cage: King Stainless Steel |
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