I can’t remember if I posted it or not, but here is this past weekend’s use of my ‘89 Rock Combo. Too bad the “Monster-cross” term didn’t exist yet, it might have lasted more than one model year.

I got a lot of nice comments (and likely pity behind my back). I did three laps on this bike for a total of 25 miles and 4,500 vertical feet. I can say that it was not entirely pleasant on rocky descents, but it climbed like a champ and flowy downhill was fun. I wasn’t the only full rigid frame, but I was the only full rigid frame with tubes and tires under 3” wide. 2” wasn’t enough cushion. I could really use a riser stem too. My low back was barking by the time I got done with each lap. I got to demo a full suspension Salsa Horsethief and dropped my lap time by 2 minutes... be still my burning wallet...