Upgrading a vintage mountain bike from 3x7 to 1x10 using the same wheels. Starring a 90's Rockhopper

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Жыл бұрын

In this video, I took a beautiful Specialized Rockhopper FS and converted it from a 3x7 drivetrain to a 1x10 using the same wheels for a nice restomod build. With a simple swap of the freehub from a 7 speed to an 8 speed hub, give you all the flexibility to upgrade your vintage mountain bike.
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Here are the parts I used.
Shimano Deore 1x10 speed Groupset: amzn.to/3ZCHpxl
Shimano 8-speed free hub: amzn.to/3J7LaVp
Grips: amzn.to/3H6uafM
Stem adapter: amzn.to/3XQEU8w
Wake MTB handlebars: amzn.to/3iPUt1H
Pedals: amzn.to/3ZWeWlM
60mm Stem: amzn.to/3WvMUuP
Maxxis Icon Tires 26x2.2 BMX Tires: amzn.to/3ZY3hTB
Tools Used
Derailleur hanger adjuster: amzn.to/3J77WN3
Awesome Grease Gun: amzn.to/3k85U4O
Parts Washer: amzn.to/3PVsJGA
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@sebastienc.oneill1432 2 ай бұрын

Finally somebody with a clear and original way to dispose of a dork disk 😂 !!! Great vid btw !!

@stylgen 2 ай бұрын

I didn't know the hub swap was possible. Awesome! Also great edits, I love that the imagination is never lost.

@lukeoverthehill 10 ай бұрын

Clever editing satisfying to watch. Love the disc golf throw 😂

@Brett_Land 17 күн бұрын

The tire transitions 👏 👏

@spoongee6541 Ай бұрын

DAYUMM you flew putting that thing together!

@cycledelic44 Жыл бұрын

Sweet ride, enjoyed every minute.

@spoongee6541 Ай бұрын

he ALWAYS hops right on,and rips! love it!

@vitoonto Жыл бұрын

Turned out super cool!! Keep the bike coming!!

@doggylover1958 8 ай бұрын

Nice update!

@LappenBuckel 4 ай бұрын

Love the video and the nice ride scenes at the end a lot!

@kevinborovsky3558 Жыл бұрын

I’m enjoying your videos very much. I’m in the process of doing the same to a late 90’s MTB. Amazing how a few modern components can make these bike so enjoyable to ride. Cheers

@lewf5685 Ай бұрын

Great video! Can’t wait to do this myself!

@FeelingBadBand 7 ай бұрын

Really nice build and video!

@Straitjacket808 10 ай бұрын

Cool build. Great Rockhopper 👍

@bowtechlover1 10 ай бұрын

Great story!! I truly enjoyed this video! One of the best I’ve ever seen. 🙏🏽

@radekcegla2351 7 ай бұрын

Great, great job!!

@grumpyken9151 Ай бұрын

Very cool build

@MS-bs3pg 2 ай бұрын

awesome. I wanna do that now too. I will keep this video in mind if I ever get my chance. Thanks for a great video

@hilltopper600 Жыл бұрын

nice build! great tire installation technique

@CharlieMetcalf Жыл бұрын

Those old Specialized bikes are very good bikes. Love the editing. I am really digging your channel. Keep it up!

@JohnPilling25 Жыл бұрын

Very nice modernisation. Nice and simple. Switching to a modern stem and wider bars is a no brainier. 👍

@Mike-vd2qt 11 ай бұрын

Wow! Great upgrade work. A friend of mine has a 90's Klein 3x7 that he wants to get rebuilt. Thanks!

@guidojt Жыл бұрын

I love this idea

@stormingsharks 9 ай бұрын

I have a 1996 Santa Cruz Tazmon with a broken chain ring and completely gutted drive train. This video will serve as the blueprint for when I decide to get it all patched up. Thx for sharing!

@royaloreca Ай бұрын

5:30 to 5:44 that was one of the best bits, I've never removed one of this, they just auto destruct after a few runs.

@s.irvingbeer1207 8 ай бұрын

Excellent. Thank you

@davidreeves2596 3 ай бұрын

Sweet build! Thanks for the parts list. I have a 90s RockHopper (purple to blue fade) that i wanted to update the stem and bars..

@n.kittleson Жыл бұрын

Incredible Build! I did a similar build last year with my dad's '96 Rockhopper. I did end up buying a new rear wheel because I didn't know about changing the freehub. I also went with an AdventX derailleur (1x10) and a RockShox recon silver tk fork in the front to modernize the bike (still kept the v-brakes for now). Loving these videos, keep it up!

@benvg 8 ай бұрын

I had mixed feelings about the new setup, but when I saw you ride it I knew what it was all about. Legend!

@anomaly3460 Жыл бұрын

I bet it rides nice! Steel frames on their own soak up the road chatter, so having it come w/ a decent fork + all the upgrades is a good formula for a fun time.

@StanEby1 Жыл бұрын

IMHO, I might call changing a 3x7 to 1x10 an update, but not necessarily an upgrade. My old 1999 Giant Sedona is 3x7 and I love it. Wide range, plenty of options, and the available combinations to maintain a straight, efficient chain line. All the best to you.

@OjStudios Жыл бұрын

You get less possible gear options and people call this an upgrade. I don't get it either. Simplicity of 1x is nice but I too prefer my 3x7 as an ATB. Gears for any terrain and situation.

@DePuesshop Жыл бұрын

The 3x7 is a true workhorse that can do just about anything, I am just not patient enough to use 2 separate levers. Haha!

@keeganwebber Жыл бұрын

3x9 is what i currently use on an old giant yukon for commuting, has the gearing to haul groceries and a trailer up hills, but has plenty of top end when unloaded. friction shift front is the key in my opinion to avoid the annoyance of shifting an indexed triple. with that said, i totally get why people convert to 1x, it is much simpler.

@ondrejmanych5688 Жыл бұрын

depends on the bike. For commuting or a touring or something like that, it can be awesome. But for a trail mtb, 1x is the way to go. Less rattle, less complicated shifting, quiet riding..

@SurpriseMeJT Жыл бұрын

Agree. I remember racing on 3x7, 3x8 and then 3x9. Though for racing the granny gear is essentially useless, normal daily riding tells me 3x anything is better than any 1x.

@labolilaboli5093 2 ай бұрын

Nice job 👏👏👏👏

@mattcameron9349 Жыл бұрын

My favourite of your videos so far! I have a 2003 Saracen Element 3 bike which I've upgraded to an air-shock suspension and hydraulic disc-brakes, but is still running a 3x7 drive-train. You've got me thinking...

@druiz127 Жыл бұрын

Nice resto/mod👍🏼

@despeasland4837 Жыл бұрын

So pleased I recently found your channel great builds thanks for sharing . Des P.

@ShyShrink Ай бұрын

Perfect tired effect 🎉🎉🎉

@brunocerous 6 ай бұрын

That was so fun to watch! I have an old Stumpjumper with a 1x10, and it’s the first bike I reach for on our local trails. I’m looking to do the same with a vintage Cannondale F700.

@Edgar-fq8kx Жыл бұрын

Wow very inspirational. I’m gonna have to do the same. I have one sitting in the backyard.

@elwynj5379 2 ай бұрын

Great vid! Lots of good tips and info….

@albertoshernandez5251 Жыл бұрын

Good job 👍

@garyanger3141 6 ай бұрын

Great job on the editing and the tire mounting was especially fun, lol. I like the tire choice, and that you didn't just update other stuff, just because. Well done.

@Staunte Жыл бұрын

reusing the old hub by changing the freewheel is great, bike looks cool

@johnvillanueva4962 Жыл бұрын

That’s Epic, thank you so much, gonna make me one, also thanks for the links, this old Man gonna be young again….

@theretrobikeshed3392 Жыл бұрын

Great looking bike that mate very clean 👍🚴‍♂️

@d2krules2008 7 ай бұрын

Awesome job, I have a Trek 7000 that I want to retromod, thanks for the motivation.

@sciroccosven 6 ай бұрын

I’m watching this with the exact same bike in mind. Easton made?

@jonathanflores1451 Жыл бұрын

Nice job I like it

@rcriderjennix1507 Жыл бұрын

Nice build upgtade for and old bike.. Watching here in philippines..

@breathestrongcycling3672 Жыл бұрын

I will be watching your singer restoration videos later, got one that's not working 👍

@gusreyes5447 Жыл бұрын

That bike will last you a lifetime. 👍

@younessemagoune1816 Жыл бұрын

Good job 🇨🇦👍

@whatsnext8696 Жыл бұрын

This is what I'm wanting, old school. Front shock. Mostly pavement some gravel dirt road.. and the 1x is perfect.

@DePuesshop Жыл бұрын

Yep! That's exactly what this bike is all about....it will go anywhere.

@jbstillman Жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this. I have my 3 old 26in bikes I recently replaced with more modern bikes. I wanted to give the old ones some new life before getting rid of them. I think at this point I can just toss on a few upgrades and sell for the cost of the new parts and get the enjoyment out of doing the projects.

@DePuesshop Жыл бұрын

That's a great idea! It's fun to do these kinda projects. That Deore group set was reasonably priced. There's a link in the description that comes as a set.

@is_it_true_2023 10 ай бұрын

thanks for the video I have a GT I might do the same with

@prabjitprabjit 9 ай бұрын

First video of yours I’ve seen. Enjoyed watching the build. Subscribed before you even got the bike broken down.

@DePuesshop 9 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

@steffanoswald7917 Жыл бұрын

Thanks this was informative. I’ve got an old Giant rigid fork. Hope it has a free hub.

@whichypoohs 8 ай бұрын

Love the bike and you’ve got your own woods …. Jealous or what wow

@gusnuk68 Жыл бұрын

sssoooo smooth

@davidhubert37 8 ай бұрын

Thanks, that’s really helpful. I didn’t réalisez you could just swap the cone thingie on the wheel.

@louisgahide9840 3 ай бұрын

nice!

@BenitoAndito Жыл бұрын

Dork disc golf 😂 nice Subscribed

@Foinnse Ай бұрын

Throughly enjoyed that video, so interesting. The frisbee really topped it for me….

@miltonaguilar9543 Ай бұрын

Excelente!

@bgivco Жыл бұрын

sweet

@timshelhamer7374 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for showing the freewheel swap! I was curious on the difference between 7 and 8 spd.

@nicodanger13 8 ай бұрын

The body that support 7 gears is shorter than the one who support 8 to 11 gears.

@dereklucero5785 8 ай бұрын

I did the same thing to my wife’s hard rock…. It was immaculate but old….. threw on some semi slicks, went from a 3x8 to a 1x9…. New cables, housings, brake pads, chain etc. now it’s good for another 15 years.

@deltafour1212 7 ай бұрын

Is it just as fast on the flats with a 1x9 as it is with a 3x8?

@growingup4487 7 ай бұрын

@@deltafour1212the 3x has the higher tooth in the front for more speed thsn the 1x

@deltafour1212 7 ай бұрын

@@growingup4487 Thank you,. How fast we are talking though? Only couple MPH/KPH or more than that?

@QuentinGrt75 10 ай бұрын

Woahw I love it! Thanks for this video. Really instructive by the way. I am doing the same on my old Marin Nail Trail, 1994 Mtb. With the longer 8s freewheel body, does the same axis fit? Don't you need a longer one ?

@DePuesshop 10 ай бұрын

I used the same axle. The only issue could be clearance to the frame.

@marcusathome Жыл бұрын

Always good to see old bikes being brought back to life and these old Rockhoppers are cool bikes. Still I don't see an advantage of an 1x10 over a 3x7. Maybe with a 2x10 you could have retained or improved the range?

@SurpriseMeJT Жыл бұрын

1x10 is a downgrade. I would have simply replaced the rear derailleur with a modern 8 speed version (works with 7), and maybe a wider range 7 speed cassette.

@ThisTimeTheWorld Жыл бұрын

@@SurpriseMeJT 11-34 and a good chainring size does it all offroad.

@peedee899 Жыл бұрын

Great build, appreciate the part list. What size is that threaded bottom bracket?

@DePuesshop Жыл бұрын

73mm

@stevemolinelli3524 11 ай бұрын

Love the video ! Ive got a 94 stumpjumper that id love to do this to . Do you have a parts list ? If you did post my apologize for not seeing it

@DePuesshop 11 ай бұрын

Most of the stuff I used is in the comment section of the video with links to where to get it. Thanks!

@johndef5075 4 ай бұрын

Those Yeti grips are sweet. Still have a set. That fork.....not so much. Mine anyway was pretty much worthless. Slooooow rebound😅

@DePuesshop 4 ай бұрын

This one works kinda ok. It just takes the edge of the bumps.

@blissbouwerij4033 Ай бұрын

nice job! next time line your tire valves up with the tire logos. finishes the wheels off trick

@DePuesshop Ай бұрын

Great tip! I just realized that most people like this detail. And I agree!

@GavinHaworth-yq6eo Ай бұрын

I like the stem conversion piece to take the new headset. Don't suppose you have a link to where I can get 1

@DePuesshop Ай бұрын

amzn.to/3XQEU8w

@tommot8551 Жыл бұрын

Nice Bike, nice video! Was respacing necessary after changing the freehub?

@DePuesshop Жыл бұрын

Tom, I didn't need to respace the hub. I left the drive side nuts in the original spot and everything turned out perfect.

@tommot8551 Жыл бұрын

@@DePuesshop thanks!

@ondrejmanych5688 Жыл бұрын

ususally it is not needed. it is still 135mm rear spacing.

@thenexthobby Ай бұрын

Great video. Would like to know where to go to learn how to find out what fits what when converting X, Y, Z (and I don't have donor parts laying around to just trial-and-error it.) I'll be watching more, as a new subscriber. I generally have liked the 3x7 on my original 1993 MB-3 even though I don't usually need the range that affords. But where I see a better benefit to converting to a 1x or 2x is for the zillions of casual hybrids and cross bikes of that era which will NEVER need granny gears or even high speed travel. So I don't see 1x as marketing gimmick today. I see 3x7 as marketing gimmick foisted upon so many hybrids back then. Anyone remember when 10 total gears was a lot? It still is.

@DePuesshop Ай бұрын

I will try to have some more videos detailing some of the items for a swap like this. For a less complicated swap, I have a GT Backwoods build video that is a simpler 1x7 wide rage that really gives you as much gearing as most people need on an old 26er. I think a lot of people like 1x on modern bikes because it makes it much simpler to shift with one shifter versus messing with two especially when you are in the woods and want to change quickly without thinking about it.

@thenexthobby Ай бұрын

@@DePuesshop Thanks and I'll be checking that video out.

@joeypersiani6759 4 ай бұрын

Hey Mr. DePue, great video! Do you know what would have happened if you tried to install a 27.5" wheel on a rockhopper or trek mountain track type bike that was made for 26"? I'm going to try to build my first bike with a 1x conversion on a mountain track and am wondering if i should try it this way with the old wheels or try to run 27.5

@DePuesshop 4 ай бұрын

I think it is possible, but the tires need to be pretty small, and the frame needs some extra space. I've been looking for the right combination to try a build like that. A mullet set up with a 27.5 up front would be easier but may mess with the bikes geometry.

@ralphbarker1849 3 ай бұрын

Great vid. I just purchased (literally yesterday) a 90's Miyata Civi Cross and I'd like to change the 3x6 over to 1x10 for rail trail riding. Would the setup above work for that particular bike? Is there a link or a site that gives definitive info on conversions. Thanks!

@DePuesshop 3 ай бұрын

I am not sure, but you may have a freewheel instead of a cassette on the back. If it's a freewheel, this conversion won't work.

@Quinttttt Ай бұрын

Nice video, what size chain ring did you use? 34,36t?

@DePuesshop Ай бұрын

I used a 36T on this one.

@bogdanchiorean2762 8 ай бұрын

It’s this what you had on Shimano Exage (RM50 / FH-HG50)? Thanks

@gregrobertson9957 10 ай бұрын

Not necessarily an "upgrade". Maybe if simplicity is the goal. Reliability may or may not be better...depends on chainline as it sideloads the chain.

@Londinius 10 ай бұрын

Great video! But if I can not change the free hub from 7-speed to 8/9/10 hub I can still use a 10-speed cassette (removing 1 cog) on my 7-speed hub, resulting in a 9-speed cassette. Do still have to use a 10-speed derailleur and shifter or can I just use a 9-speed derailleur/shifter?

@DePuesshop 10 ай бұрын

I've seen others try that, but I think the drive train becomes a little fussy.

@AlexdaCunha 8 ай бұрын

I also think the 1X setups are much better. Specially if you use the bicycle in a daily basis, in your normal life... 1X requires considerably less maintenance... Easier to clean and keep tidy

@johnykryll Жыл бұрын

Love your vids, only thing I'd say is why speed it up, would be great as is.

@DePuesshop Жыл бұрын

Johny, I struggle with that. It's the difference between an 18min video and one that is around 25 minutes.

@johnykryll Жыл бұрын

@@DePuesshop I hear you, just great watching you work, however long it takes

@sveablu Жыл бұрын

@@johnykryll You can slow the speed down in the settings if you like.

@krollpeter 7 ай бұрын

Good! These 21 or 28 gears are nonsense for most people.

@michaelabbott3203 6 ай бұрын

Hoping you can help, looking to do the same with my rockhopper. Did you need to change for a new axle to accommodate the slightly wider freehub body?

@DePuesshop 6 ай бұрын

The axel width did not change nor did the centerline of the wheel. The most important thing to check is the clearance to the frame. The cassette and the freewheel are wider, so you need that space for those. Check how much space is between the chain on the smallest gear. You need around 4mm or more clearance with the 7 speed set up to make sure the 8-12 speed set up will fit.

@breathestrongcycling3672 Жыл бұрын

There's a lot I love about old bikes but 3X front derailleurs aren't one of them.....PITA!....😆✌️...

@DePuesshop Жыл бұрын

I'm with you on that!

@garagemslzv8465 Жыл бұрын

Tops

@unclebigbeard6757 Жыл бұрын

I've got pretty much the same bike. Only without the front shock, did you have to do anything with the cranks?

@DePuesshop Жыл бұрын

The cranks are from another bike I had. They are 175 FSA cranks. Nothing special.

@alfantastiko5876 13 күн бұрын

Is this method will work on freehub shimano HG-50 in 130mm wide length frame ?

@kitbiggz6135 Ай бұрын

I'm surprised whiching to a larger freehub didn't create any issues

@DePuesshop Ай бұрын

As long as there is clearance to the frame, there's no issues.

@OjStudios Жыл бұрын

Spreading the grease by finger and feel is nice but it hurt me mentally and almost physically because doing this as my job, I've just gotten so many tiny metal splinters in my fingers and if it hits a nerve it'll feel like soul leaves your body. Nowadays I spread grease with a brush. 8)

@DePuesshop Жыл бұрын

I agree! I have a hard time using gloves, but I should consider a small brush.

Ай бұрын

There is one point that I don't quite understand. Did you have to widen the frame width to accomodate a 10-speed wheel from a 7-speed? If so, how did you manage?

@DePuesshop Ай бұрын

Nope, the frame and axel width stayed the same. The chain width and cog spacing are narrower, so it still fits. You need to make sure there is some space between the frame and the smallest cog on the 7 speed to accommodate the slightly wider set up.

@tomvansuetendael7605 7 ай бұрын

What's the rubber/cable guide you use in the frame's rear brake tube?

@DePuesshop 7 ай бұрын

It was just a piece of the cable guide that goes across the top tube. In the end, it wouldn't stay in there and so I cut it out. I thought it would reduce the friction.

@solero7378 Жыл бұрын

Curious what you used for front crank and chainring?

@DePuesshop Жыл бұрын

The crank and chainring is a donor from another build. They are FSA 175mm in length. You can find chainrings on Amazon relatively easily to fit existing cranks.

@zallen2670 Жыл бұрын

Trying to do the same for my '93, what crankset and bottom bracket did you use?

@DePuesshop Жыл бұрын

The cranks and BB were donors from another bike. They are FSA 175mm in length.

@3gcraftsman 10 ай бұрын

So to be clear, you need the 8 speed hub, for a 10 speed cassette? Thanks.

@DePuesshop 10 ай бұрын

Yes, that is correct.

@jorgearnold612 2 ай бұрын

Cool build. Are you able to do 1x11 on this too?

@DePuesshop 2 ай бұрын

Yes, 1x11 will work as well, and 1x9

@jorgearnold612 2 ай бұрын

@@DePuesshop damn your freaking awesome builder man. What crank and rings you using?

@DePuesshop 2 ай бұрын

@jorgearnold612 Typically, I pick a front ring around 32 to 26 depending on what the bike is used for.

@jorgearnold612 2 ай бұрын

@@DePuesshop 1994 rockhopper

@drip416 Жыл бұрын

Amazing video!! Is it really as simple as just replacing the 7-speed freehub body with an 8-speed freehub body and then using the same original axle and hardware that was on it originally? My LBS is saying "It's not that simple, you may need a longer axle, new cone/cup hardware etc, the spacing will be off etc..." I want to do the exact same conversion, 3x7 on a 90's Bianchi MTB (with very nice Mavic/STX wheelset), but don't want to go into the whole trouble of rebuilding the wheel with a new modern hub etc... But you used the original axle and hardware from the 7-speed setup when installing the new 8-speed? THANKS!!!!!

@DePuesshop Жыл бұрын

I thought I would give it a try, and it worked great on this bike. There may be others with frame clearance issues

@peterjv8748 9 ай бұрын

@@DePuesshop It's would bet it's almost definitely off dish and might not even be possible to get it to dish within a decent tolerance.

@samteks125 8 ай бұрын

You could still go 1x11 and just leave the smallest cog away, which will make the cassette fit the old 7x freewheel, and you still end up with 10 gears. Only two real downsides to this: your longest gear will be a tad shorter (12T on most MTB cassettes), and you'll have to find a matching 12T cassette lockring, as the one that comes with the new 11x cassette usually won't fit the 12T cog's friction surface. Use a matching 11x shifter (the 11th gear will be without function, but that doesn't really matter). Might be an option...

@adolfogarcia8630 3 ай бұрын

Did you have any issues with chain alignment?

@DePuesshop 3 ай бұрын

No, the crankset offset is most critical. If you get that centered in the middle of the cassette, it works well.

@jussikankinen9409 Жыл бұрын

No plastic fenders means frisbee golf is better suitable sport, no sweat fish line

@iancadwallender9779 Жыл бұрын

I have a 95 gt pantera,from new.I would love to change to a 1x10,but have no idea of what to buy.😢

@DePuesshop Жыл бұрын

All the parts I used are in the video description.

@CharlieThePuffBall 5 ай бұрын

No dishing needed!? What about rear axle spacing?

@DePuesshop 5 ай бұрын

No dishing required. The axel spacing stays the same. The only thing different is that the cassette is closer to the frame. In order to make this change, there needs to be space to allow the extra 3mm of cassette.