Orange Patriot 66 2006 - Rebuild

schmako

So the old Orange was needing a bit of work done, ended up overhauling it. Only parts I didn't replace/fix were the wheels/tires(Minion DH F/R soon)/bar & stem/cranks & pedals.

Back brake service & replace caliper body by Hope. Tried sourcing lowers for my 36's (cracked) but due to the age of them none were available, so new forks also new mechs, chain, cassette, chainrings and front brake.

Rides great and has come up pretty well for a 10 year old bike!

Mr Stamp

Nice looking proper mountain bike.

schmako

Cheers, shame about the fractured wrist and broken mech hanger last ride, dammit!

RockmonkeySC

Looks alright for an old patriot. Has the top shock mount ever been re-welded? I've never seen one which hasn't.

schmako

I've had it since new and never had any major offs on it, thankfully its never cracked. Have seen a few cracked ones right enough, hopefully it serves me well for a few years yet!