Let’s see some early 80’s King Stings and Sidewinders

[RustyHornet]

Spent some time over the weekend with @Cruiserdude94 and we were able to get 3 of them together for photos.

The ratty white and chestnut were both bought at the same swap meet last year, laying in the same pile of frames… Both built up with leftovers, spares and new parts to make riders.

 

[Oilit]

Spent some time over the weekend with @Cruiserdude94 and we were able to get 3 of them together for photos.

The ratty white and chestnut were both bought at the same swap meet last year, laying in the same pile of frames… Both built up with leftovers, spares and new parts to make riders.

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What kind of disc brake set-up is that on the white rat bike? It looks like a neat and functional build.

 

[RustyHornet]

What kind of disc brake set-up is that on the white rat bike? It looks like a neat and functional build.

It is a Clark’s kit I got from my LBS. I ordered clamp on style brackets from eBay because I didn’t want to modify the frame by welding them on. But I already had to clearance the upper rear beanie mount to fit the tires and wasn’t excited about the brakes not working well because they were clamped on.

They work well, very functional. I might upgrade the brakes at some point because I think they could be better. Overall I wanted a bike I could hit the local trails with. Haven’t got there yet, but everything works well!

 

[andysto73]

It is a Clark’s kit I got from my LBS. I ordered clamp on style brackets from eBay because I didn’t want to modify the frame by welding them on. But I already had to clearance the upper rear beanie mount to fit the tires and wasn’t excited about the brakes not working well because they were clamped on.

They work well, very functional. I might upgrade the brakes at some point because I think they could be better. Overall I wanted a bike I could hit the local trails with. Haven’t got there yet, but everything works well!

Are those aftermarket tires on the chestnut? (I've got the same bike) I don't need originals but those look amazing! Look like the right tread pattern and everything. If so where did you get them?

 

[RustyHornet]

Are those aftermarket tires on the chestnut? (I've got the same bike) I don't need originals but those look amazing! Look like the right tread pattern and everything. If so where did you get them?

I got them from a CABE’r, @mrg . I love them. They look right and ride really well!

 

[RustyHornet]

I’m looking for a factory freewheel off a sidewinder if anyone has one laying around? 38 tooth mega gear. Working on a custom build for my wife and would like a “granny” gear.

 

[palepainter]

Two of my favorite bikes.