1994 NOS Titanium Raleigh MTB Frame -John Tomac

Selling new frame only. Price is FIRM!

The pictured hardtail XC bike is NOT for sale.

1995 Brand NEW OLD STOCK Titanium MTB frame! These famous John Tomac designed frames were made by Raleigh International. These 2nd edition frames were built with regular seat stays with a cross brace to increase strength as compared to the original wishbone seat stays. The Titanium 3-2.5 tubing was made by IMI(UK), a world leader in the development and manufacture of Titanium for over 50 years. Each has a sleek hand polished satin finish. Sorry, does not come with decals.

Two available sizes measured from centre of bottom bracket(bb) to top of the seat tube(ST) are 16" SMALL, & 18" MEDIUM and weighing at 3.12, and 3.20 pounds, respectively. The corresponding Top Tube(TT) lengths are 21.00", and 21.85 respectively. The ETT(effective) lengths are 21.45", and 22.35 respectively. Head Tubes are 4.2", and 4.25 respectively. Chain stay length are 16.85" for both both sizes.

Bike frame specs: Headset 1/8", seat post diameter 27.2mm, top pull front derailleur 31.8mm, bb length 68mm English threads. Frame geometry suited for 80-100mm forks. Each NOS frame has been prepared for headset & bb installation.

Comes with rear titanium V-brake/canti bosses. If you prefer rear DISC BRAKES -
1. Amazon sells disc brake tab adaptor for ~$20
2. A2Z UNIVERSAL REAR DISC BRAKE ADAPTER (123 grams). http://www.torontocycles.com/Selling/Adapters.html

Tttanium is about half the weight of steel, not rust and will not fail catastrophically like carbon fiber. Titanium being a pure element will last a lifetime!
http://www.bikeradar.com/gear/article/what-is-titanium-35183/

Your custom build bike provides a forgiving and comfortable ride! Some complete builds have been an AMAZING sub18 pounds.

The original frame cost in 1995 was over $2000. Just a few frames left.