Muddy Fox Courier Comp

[AyJay]

Managed to get hold of a Muddy Fox Courier Comp from 1989. It brings back memories of my former life when we used to go MTB racing. It will be a nostalgic trip bringing it back to its former glory.

 

[Hugh Manatee]

Looks in very good nick for the age. Are the components more or less original? I can see the thumbies. That wishbone stays design was an absolute classic.

I have a 1988 Saracen Kili Flier and a 1990 Comp as well as a early 90s Bontager Titanium.

 

[dan_bo]

as well as a early 90s Bontager Titanium.

Ooer. Pics please.

 

[AyJay]

It is very original from what I can remember of the time. It really only needs a lot of TLC. Saddle is not original and also the pedals. Gears / transmission etc look original.

 

[AyJay]

I have done quite a bit of work on this project now. Everything has been cleaned and checked. Another saddle has been fitted and also retro style tyres.
Took it out today for a ride. All feels good.

 

[AyJay]

Bit of a mix up with the photos. Must try harder next time.

 

[palinurus]

Yeah! Biopace!

I had the bright green one with the STI shifters , bought in '89 or 90.

It was the bomb.

 

[ChrisEyles]

Very nice! Looks even better with the new gumwall tyres.

Those forks look incredibly slender towards the drop-outs - can you see them flex on the rough stuff?

 

[AyJay]

[QUOTE="ChrisEyles,

Those forks look incredibly slender towards the drop-outs - can you see them flex on the rough stuff? [/QUOTE]
HaHa, you can indeed. You need a certain amount of faith to ride happily after riding more modern kit!!!

 

[Nibor]

Mt forst mountain bike back in around 1985 was a Muddy Fox Explorer Deluxe

 

[Origamist]

Nice.

I remember when that version came out. I liked the 'cracked' paint job. I had the 88 model courier and my brother had a special/late 88 model courier in red. A mate down the road had an 88 roadrunner and we'd go out together - the Muddy Fox gang.

 

[KneesUp]

What can "more modern kit" do that this can't (unless you're racing)?

(Disclosure - I have a 1990 Pathfinder and a 1989 Seeker)

 

[AyJay]

Nice.

I remember when that version came out. I liked the 'cracked' paint job. I had the 88 model courier and my brother had a special/late 88 model courier in red. A mate down the road had an 88 roadrunner and we'd go out together - the Muddy Fox gang.

Oh what memories. Such a shame that the Muddy Fox brand name is not associated with quality these days as it was then.

 

[MarquisMatsugae]

I'm very jealous

 

[Deichkind]

Hi, nice to see other Pictures from the Courier Comp. I bought my one from my first wage in 1989. This year it was time for a complete refurbishment. Yesterday I have had the first ride after it :-). Some smaller adjustments and it is ready for the next 25 years.