1991 Specialized Stumpy Gravel Build

I’ve wanted an old Stumpy gravel build for a few years now, probably because this was my first *real* mountain bike, and I have been thinking of the days of riding around Maine at nights when I was off duty in the Navy. There is a simple elegance to the frame design, and the thing climbed like a beast. It took a bit of time, and I had a LOT of help. Below are some shots of “Gandalf”.

Gandalf vs. Garden of the Gods
FRAME/FORK1991 Specialized Stumpjumper Comp 20", Direct Drive Tange Prestige
RIMSVelocity Cliffhanger Black 32H 27.5"
HUBS(Front) SRAM 900 15/12/QR x 100mm, 32H, (Rear) SRAM 900 32H, 6 Bolt Disc XDR 11/12 27.8mm Driver
TIRESUltradynamico ROSE Race 650b
HANDLEBARSSalsa Cowchipper
HEADSETRitchey Logic Comp 1-1/8" threadless, 30mm spacers. Black
CRANKSETSRAM GX 175mm Boost
CASSETTESRAM XG-1275 GX Eagle Cassette 10-52t 12-Speed
REAR DERAILLEURSRAM SX Eagle Rear Derailleur - 12 Speed, Long Cage
BRAKESBR-T4000 V-Brakes
SHIFTERGevenalle 1x12 GX Compatible Long Pull
SADDLEBrooks Saddles Men's Imperial B17 Standard Bike Saddle, Antique Brown
SEATPOSTPost Modern
STEMBlack TIG 10Deg Alloy Wedge
PEDALSRaceFace Chester
FRONT BAGSRoadrunner Middle Earth Jammer
REAR BAGSRoadrunner DrafterLiters
OTHER ACCESSORIESBlackburn Outpost Cargo Cage, 15" Voile Straps