1998 Vario Tibo XL
Vario is a French company that produces a range of bicycles that are manufactured in Asia, which has historically included specialized bicycles for riding observed trials. In 1998 Vario offered two trials models, the Tibo XS modified bike with 20" wheels, and the Tibo XL stock bike with 26" wheels. The Tibo was somewhat radical at the time, and could be configured with a bolt-on carbon fiber fairing in place of a traditional saddle. While this bike was configured as a competitive trials bike when it was new, over the years the bike has morphed into a technical trail riding bike with two chainrings in front and a telescopic seatpost for seated pedaling.
The Build
Year: 1998
SN: AF98112659 Frame: Vario Tibo XL Fork: Vario Trials Unicrown Stem: Thomson Elite Headset: FSA Conix Bottom Bracket: Shimano UN-72 Handlebar: Azonic Riser Shifters: Shimano Deore XT M732 Front Derailleur: Shimano Deore XT M737 Rear Derailleur: Shimano XTR M952 Brake Levers: Shimano XTR M952 Front Brake: Shimano XTR M952 Rear Brake: Shimano XTR M952 Crankset: White Industries by Sugino Chainrings: Sugino / Race Face 22-32 Pedals: GT Platform Hubs: Chris King / Shimano Silent Clutch Rims: Mavic D521 Tires: Tiogo Psycho II 1.95 / IRC Kujo DH 2.35 Wheel QR: Cook Bros. Racing / Shimano Seatpost: Titec Scoper Saddle: Fi'zi:k N.sene Grips: Oasis Cogs: Shimano Ultegra Chain: SRAM PC-48 |
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