I'm so glad I've found your channel. Actually good bike videos are a treat to watch on UA-cam and these have added qualities to them: -the best bikes i.e. 90's and 00's mountain bikes given a new life, not "building" new ultra high tech bikes or slapping hundreds or thousands of $$ worth of parts on it. -26" or die!! -No loud, obnoxious music, no shouting. -Actually cleaning and maintaining things instead of just changing everything. It's a real treat, thank you so much. 🙏 I've got a few domestic (Finnish) early 2000's alu bikes in the yard, just fixing them up for sale. Few extra forks I need to service and source some tires for my Trek 6500 I picked up for $40. I've been thinking of dropping a few chainrings from the front as the previous owner has gone ghetto 1x anyway by just removing the front derailleur and shifter and the chain is now on the middle chainring 😅 Either that or upgrade Shimano LX -> XT groupset as there's one for sale quite close by for not a too extortionate amount of money. Thank you for these beautifully made, high quality videos that are truly a joy to watch again and again 👌🙏👏
After a few years of being sick I'm back on my bike and riding every day a little bit more, I had a 2012 Trek 6000 in storage for 6 years, and I took it out to start riding again, it needed some refreshing and while I visited the bike shop I noticed a 2012 Trek 8500 frame hanging from the roof. The 6000 frame was actually a little big for me and the 8500 was the perfect size, so I swapped frames and now I'm riding a franken bike with the 8500 red frame and the blue parts of the 6000, and I couldn't be happier, this thing climbs like a champ and rides very comfortable. If I'm not mistaken 2012 was the last year for the iconic 8500 before Trek changed names and models.
Wow this is nice video. I still have my in mind condition trek 8000, maybe I should also do such a mod on it. Nice to hear your story around this bike and very much thanks to make this video. Greatings from Belgium.
Nice 99 trek 8500. I had that bike in 2000 when it was 1 year old. Was so cool to be one of the few in a small town with a hydraulic front disc brake. It also had the red anodised rockshox seatpost and a Judy 100 fork which was considered quite long travel for a race bike. Anyways its cool to see one rolling again. I still have my 2003 8500, great bike also.
Loved your details along with the memorable story behind the build. Remembrance of the younger days... What a great adventure you had... Thanks for sharing your love and passion for the sport. A video worth sharing with your family and loved ones forever... Makes me remember my first 20 inch Huffy from a secondhand store for $3 back in 1977. Thank You.
I don't understand how this channel only got a few subs. This is the best bike build channel I've seen. There's something about your storytelling and the music that makes your videos so relaxing to watch.
Thank you Hans. You are very kind. Things are growing and it's still fun so we will keep on making videos. I have two more great builds coming out in the next 30 days.
I have a '00 Trek 8500. I was all hell bent on getting a brand new hardtail but after seeing this vid, I got a renewed sense of pride in my old steed. I think I'll hold off for a while. I really enjoyed the vid. Thank you.
My first mountain bike was a Canadian Tire sold bike with the chrome bullmoose bars. i bought it new and was 1 of 2 bikes that i have bought new in my life time . It was a gold/bronze colour and the absolute first mountain bike they ever sold. It had Sierra decals on the downtube . this was in 1983 maybe 84
Bought this same bike new 21+ years ago. Stock, the bike came with a Hayes hydraulic disc brake up front and rim brakes in back. Before I left with the bike, I had the shop fit the rear with a Hayes hydraulic as well. This bike has been incredible and is still my favorite bike for easy to moderately difficult trails or muddy conditions. This bike is so light, it's like a scalpel in the woods. I just had my second replacement fork installed - both were/are Rockshox Recon air forks which I found to be really excellent forks. I had to replace the front brake probably 8 years ago but the rear is still the original. I've had to replace chains, chain rings, and cassettes over the years but all-in-all, this bike has been stone reliable - knock on wood. In 21+ years with this bike, I can honestly say that I have not even looked at another hardtail. I have it fitted with Zefal fenders front and rear - not only are these very nice looking but are extremely effective. Every time I look at this bike, I think to myself "that is one badass looking bike". The styling & paint scheme are timeless - they never get old. In case it's not obvious, I really love this bike. I also really enjoyed the rebuild video.
I have the identical bike to this one. Mines a 20” frame though. I’ve had it 21 years. It still has the original drivetrain components, shimano deore 27 speed. I’m running Hayes hydro disk. (Installed in 2014). Still have the original fork. I’ve changed the seat post to a rigid, and changed the neck piece for an adjustable one. Other than that, the bike is original, save for a couple cables. I love and use it as much today as I did when I was 11 years old.
Wow love the story telling behind the rebuild. I'm a big fan of old shovel and I appreciate the similarities and differences you have in your videos. Keep it up! excited to see how you grow!
Excellent build , never had a 8500 but i did have a trek 6000, looking to get more builds also, love the 8500 though, marzocchi forks?? And those wtb tires really compliment the bike, plus their very multipurpose , well not as multipurpose as the weirwolfs but , seem good , keep up good work your one of my favorites i watch ,😎
Oh maybe a youtube tip, I look for videos like this very often haha and put the filter on posted last month. I often search with build or rebuild. Maybe it could help? I don't know what other people use as search words of course 😂
Great video! I have the exact same frame and I'm building it up for my son. I was hoping you'd have a tip on the rear disc brake. I'll have to find an adapter somewhere I guess.
Love the videos and your very helpful tips. I’ve started a very small at home bike repair business as a side hobby and have also fixed up and sold some bikes along the way since Covid. What type of grease did you use for drivetrain bearings? And what frame cleaner spray would you recommend as well? Thanks for sharing. Idaho looks very scenic 👍🏽
Thanks J, sounds like you have a very cool operation going on. Bicycle grease gets a little contentious sometimes but Park brand or Philwood Grease are the standard. But for half the price you can use a tub of grease from most car parts stores, drum brake grease is fine. For cleaning parts there’s a lot of citric-based cleaners without the nasty chemicals, you can also use A lighter solvent if you have a parts cleaner. Several companies in the bicycle market make it such as Muck Off, Park, and Pedro‘s. Thanks for reaching out,
Awesome video, I enjoyed it and it brought back some great nostalgia for me. Thanks a million times for not repainting it!!!! Always the worst part of these videos when the original paint scheme is painted over. Ruins the nostalgia element for me.
Hey! Around the 4:50 mark you mention a third party adapter to replace the original Hayes disc caliper, could you give me the name of that adapter or how to find it? I have this exact frame and I love it, I put Marzocchi Bomber thru-axle on the front, some beefy rims with Conti Contact+ tires. The Hayes caliper, while good for the time, is now outdated and needs replacing as well. Sweet video, cool to see my bike in a video like this, I've put thousands of km on it!
I have a Trek 8000SL frame which I plan to use to build restore and add new components. This is the adapter that I orderer for a rear disk brake: www.amazon.de/gp/product/B00MRTHRH6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&language=en_GB&psc=1
Like your videos! I am the original owner of 2002 or 2003 Trek 800. 26" wheels on a large frame size. Still in great shape, rides like it did when I bought it. Thinking about replacing the fixed front fork with a shock/suspension fork. Any suggestions on a suitable suspension fork?
Hi Alan, Thanks for reaching out! I have been impressed with the Rock Shox TK forks. Assuming you need to hold onto your v-brakes that is one of the few that still come with brake posts. You can also try out the Buklos forks on Amazon. I have heard good things about them but not tried them myself. Here is a link to the TK fork: amzn.to/3im2QyU or Buklos: amzn.to/3im2QyU
Hi. Thanks for the great video. I have owned a Trek 8500 ZR9000 2004 frame from new. I built my mountain bike from this frame set. It had for many years very lightweight Mavic Crossride 26” wheels for rim brakes. My rim brakes were more powerful hydraulic Magura HS33. Now I have good lightweight disc wheels and front brake is already ok. I use Formula R1 hydraulic lightweight brake with Ashima Ai2 rotor. I’m having problems to convert my rear brake for hydraulic disc brakes as the frame doesn’t have even that 22 mm spacing Trek’s own brake caliber adapter plate mounting. I know that some 2004 years Trek 8500’s were using Shimano XT hydraulic disc brakes but I haven’t found out how it has to be mounted and where to get the correct adapter. There is two unthreaded holes in the frame close to the rear axle. Spacing is around 50 mm so I tought maybe this adapter could be the correct one: www.ebay.de/itm/274973181968 Greetings from Finland! 🎅🏻🇫🇮
Thanks for reaching out Janne, I'll have to do some research on the 2004 model and see if they have any specs for that 50mm spacing The original Klein - Gary Fisher - Trek mount that was 22mm? only fit one model of Hayes brake.
hi there i have the same frame and i want to mount a rear disc brake .. but really struggling to find to find the parts i need ..as i stay in the uk ..would you have a part number or any info on the rear brake calliper..thanks
Thanks for reaching out. Here is the only adapter I have come across that fits. us-swinnertoncycles.glopalstore.com/a2z-disc-pads-disc-mount-adapter-parallel-frame-to-is-caliper-p115349/s331327?cid=GBP&glCurrency=GBP&glCountry=GB&gclid=CjwKCAiAmJGgBhAZEiwA1JZoluRLex6c_RMPTAJOwB_7E_TBObxeje7CnfI75zfECYYYaS3PElwRqRoCVYoQAvD_BwEUnfortunately it was only meant for a very narrow caliper brake like the early Hayes that came on the bike.
I'm so glad I've found your channel.
Actually good bike videos are a treat to watch on UA-cam and these have added qualities to them:
-the best bikes i.e. 90's and 00's mountain bikes given a new life, not "building" new ultra high tech bikes or slapping hundreds or thousands of $$ worth of parts on it.
-26" or die!!
-No loud, obnoxious music, no shouting.
-Actually cleaning and maintaining things instead of just changing everything. It's a real treat, thank you so much. 🙏
I've got a few domestic (Finnish) early 2000's alu bikes in the yard, just fixing them up for sale. Few extra forks I need to service and source some tires for my Trek 6500 I picked up for $40. I've been thinking of dropping a few chainrings from the front as the previous owner has gone ghetto 1x anyway by just removing the front derailleur and shifter and the chain is now on the middle chainring 😅 Either that or upgrade Shimano LX -> XT groupset as there's one for sale quite close by for not a too extortionate amount of money.
Thank you for these beautifully made, high quality videos that are truly a joy to watch again and again 👌🙏👏
Thank you for youy kind words :) That makes it all worth it. Best wishes on your bike project!
After a few years of being sick I'm back on my bike and riding every day a little bit more, I had a 2012 Trek 6000 in storage for 6 years, and I took it out to start riding again, it needed some refreshing and while I visited the bike shop I noticed a 2012 Trek 8500 frame hanging from the roof.
The 6000 frame was actually a little big for me and the 8500 was the perfect size, so I swapped frames and now I'm riding a franken bike with the 8500 red frame and the blue parts of the 6000, and I couldn't be happier, this thing climbs like a champ and rides very comfortable.
If I'm not mistaken 2012 was the last year for the iconic 8500 before Trek changed names and models.
Congrats Federico, that is great your were able to get a better fit for your bike. Glad you are feeling better and are able to get out and ride more!
Wow this is nice video. I still have my in mind condition trek 8000, maybe I should also do such a mod on it. Nice to hear your story around this bike and very much thanks to make this video. Greatings from Belgium.
Thank you for watching!
Nice 99 trek 8500. I had that bike in 2000 when it was 1 year old. Was so cool to be one of the few in a small town with a hydraulic front disc brake. It also had the red anodised rockshox seatpost and a Judy 100 fork which was considered quite long travel for a race bike. Anyways its cool to see one rolling again.
I still have my 2003 8500, great bike also.
That is awesome! Glad you still have the 2003.
Loved your details along with the memorable story behind the build. Remembrance of the younger days... What a great adventure you had... Thanks for sharing your love and passion for the sport. A video worth sharing with your family and loved ones forever... Makes me remember my first 20 inch Huffy from a secondhand store for $3 back in 1977. Thank You.
Thank you very much!
I don't understand how this channel only got a few subs. This is the best bike build channel I've seen. There's something about your storytelling and the music that makes your videos so relaxing to watch.
Thank you Hans. You are very kind. Things are growing and it's still fun so we will keep on making videos. I have two more great builds coming out in the next 30 days.
Could not agree more. The UA-cam algorithm did a terrible job not promoting this channel to me way sooner.
I have a '00 Trek 8500. I was all hell bent on getting a brand new hardtail but after seeing this vid, I got a renewed sense of pride in my old steed. I think I'll hold off for a while. I really enjoyed the vid. Thank you.
Thanks man. That is so cool!
My first mountain bike was a Canadian Tire sold bike with the chrome bullmoose bars. i bought it new and was 1 of 2 bikes that i have bought new in my life time . It was a gold/bronze colour and the absolute first mountain bike they ever sold. It had Sierra decals on the downtube . this was in 1983 maybe 84
Bought this same bike new 21+ years ago. Stock, the bike came with a Hayes hydraulic disc brake up front and rim brakes in back. Before I left with the bike, I had the shop fit the rear with a Hayes hydraulic as well. This bike has been incredible and is still my favorite bike for easy to moderately difficult trails or muddy conditions. This bike is so light, it's like a scalpel in the woods. I just had my second replacement fork installed - both were/are Rockshox Recon air forks which I found to be really excellent forks. I had to replace the front brake probably 8 years ago but the rear is still the original. I've had to replace chains, chain rings, and cassettes over the years but all-in-all, this bike has been stone reliable - knock on wood. In 21+ years with this bike, I can honestly say that I have not even looked at another hardtail. I have it fitted with Zefal fenders front and rear - not only are these very nice looking but are extremely effective. Every time I look at this bike, I think to myself "that is one badass looking bike". The styling & paint scheme are timeless - they never get old. In case it's not obvious, I really love this bike. I also really enjoyed the rebuild video.
So rad! Thanks for sharing your bike story. I love hearing about people holding onto their bikes and fixing as needed.
I love this build - trek made some great hardtails!
Thanks Tyborg!
Great video. But more importantly. Beautiful sound advice. On life God bless and safe riding.
Thank you Lenin
I have the identical bike to this one. Mines a 20” frame though. I’ve had it 21 years. It still has the original drivetrain components, shimano deore 27 speed. I’m running Hayes hydro disk. (Installed in 2014). Still have the original fork. I’ve changed the seat post to a rigid, and changed the neck piece for an adjustable one. Other than that, the bike is original, save for a couple cables. I love and use it as much today as I did when I was 11 years old.
That is awesome! So glad to hear you kept all these years.
I bought my fully rigid TREK 8500 in 1989. My ride for the past third century. lol
That is awesome!
U are a goat love the builds and I always watch ur vids before bed they’re very soothing
Thank you Caleb! Not sure about the goat reference, but I appreciate it :)
Wow love the story telling behind the rebuild. I'm a big fan of old shovel and I appreciate the similarities and differences you have in your videos. Keep it up! excited to see how you grow!
Thanks man! I appreciate it. @Oldshovel definitely set the bar high. I love his storytelling style as well.
Love your bike builds I hope to see more in the future
Thank you!
@@CoolBikeProjects
Awesome video👍
The headset that your using on this video is a 34 mm?
I am just getting back into riding my Trek 8700 SLR
I like your video. But it would be nice to see more of a walk around of the finish bike. Thank you.
Thanks for the feedback!
Nice bike. A few years ago I built a similar 2002 Trek 6700 SLR.
Thanks Lance, they sure had some sweet paint jobs back in the day.
Love the channel man, nice to see some local KS content too!
Thanks Colby! Go Kansas!!
THi hope to see more videos in future because i realy like this type of videos
Amazing video! I love the build and the history behind it! Keep the good work!
Thank you Aldo!
Excellent build , never had a 8500 but i did have a trek 6000, looking to get more builds also, love the 8500 though, marzocchi forks?? And those wtb tires really compliment the bike, plus their very multipurpose , well not as multipurpose as the weirwolfs but , seem good , keep up good work your one of my favorites i watch ,😎
Thank you for watching! The fork is a Reba SL from 2008? 120mm of travel.
Love the tech tips! Awesome work
Oh maybe a youtube tip, I look for videos like this very often haha and put the filter on posted last month. I often search with build or rebuild. Maybe it could help? I don't know what other people use as search words of course 😂
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great video! I have the exact same frame and I'm building it up for my son. I was hoping you'd have a tip on the rear disc brake. I'll have to find an adapter somewhere I guess.
i like this bike style... i would like to buy one... bat in argentina the prices are so high
Great video and channel
Thanks Tyler!
Do my Trek 820 next! lol
Love the videos and your very helpful tips. I’ve started a very small at home bike repair business as a side hobby and have also fixed up and sold some bikes along the way since Covid. What type of grease did you use for drivetrain bearings? And what frame cleaner spray would you recommend as well? Thanks for sharing. Idaho looks very scenic 👍🏽
Thanks J, sounds like you have a very cool operation going on. Bicycle grease gets a little contentious sometimes but Park brand or Philwood Grease are the standard. But for half the price you can use a tub of grease from most car parts stores, drum brake grease is fine. For cleaning parts there’s a lot of citric-based cleaners without the nasty chemicals, you can also use A lighter solvent if you have a parts cleaner. Several companies in the bicycle market make it such as Muck Off, Park, and Pedro‘s. Thanks for reaching out,
You’re awesome, thank you!
Awesome video, I enjoyed it and it brought back some great nostalgia for me. Thanks a million times for not repainting it!!!! Always the worst part of these videos when the original paint scheme is painted over. Ruins the nostalgia element for me.
Thanks so much Brendan, I’m glad you enjoyed it.
Hey! Around the 4:50 mark you mention a third party adapter to replace the original Hayes disc caliper, could you give me the name of that adapter or how to find it? I have this exact frame and I love it, I put Marzocchi Bomber thru-axle on the front, some beefy rims with Conti Contact+ tires. The Hayes caliper, while good for the time, is now outdated and needs replacing as well. Sweet video, cool to see my bike in a video like this, I've put thousands of km on it!
Sure thing if you can give me a couple days I’ll get back to you we’ve just finished unboxing a bunch of the garage and I can’t find it yet
Okay I found it! the adapter is from a company called A2Z. The adapter is called AD-PMR. It adapts a Hayes mount to ISO. I found one on eBay for $30.
Thanks so much!
@@electronicexposure no problem and best wishes on your project!
I have a Trek 8000SL frame which I plan to use to build restore and add new components. This is the adapter that I orderer for a rear disk brake: www.amazon.de/gp/product/B00MRTHRH6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&language=en_GB&psc=1
You sound like you've listened to Old shovels channel
Rob is a great guy! Yes I absolutely watch and love his channel.
Like your videos! I am the original owner of 2002 or 2003 Trek 800. 26" wheels on a large frame size. Still in great shape, rides like it did when I bought it. Thinking about replacing the fixed front fork with a shock/suspension fork. Any suggestions on a suitable suspension fork?
Hi Alan, Thanks for reaching out! I have been impressed with the Rock Shox TK forks. Assuming you need to hold onto your v-brakes that is one of the few that still come with brake posts. You can also try out the Buklos forks on Amazon. I have heard good things about them but not tried them myself. Here is a link to the TK fork: amzn.to/3im2QyU
or Buklos: amzn.to/3im2QyU
@@CoolBikeProjects thank you.
Were all steerer tubes 1-1/8" back in those days?
Yes, anything from about 1995 going forward was 1-1/8".
@@CoolBikeProjects Thank you.
Mine 1998 GT Palomar
How cool! I love GT's from the 90's
How much is a bicycle
Not for sale, has moved to a new owner. Thanks!
ua-cam.com/video/nP6xQm3OZ1c/v-deo.html That sound of the break levers - bring back sweet memories
Hi. Thanks for the great video. I have owned a Trek 8500 ZR9000 2004 frame from new. I built my mountain bike from this frame set. It had for many years very lightweight Mavic Crossride 26” wheels for rim brakes. My rim brakes were more powerful hydraulic Magura HS33. Now I have good lightweight disc wheels and front brake is already ok. I use Formula R1 hydraulic lightweight brake with Ashima Ai2 rotor. I’m having problems to convert my rear brake for hydraulic disc brakes as the frame doesn’t have even that 22 mm spacing Trek’s own brake caliber adapter plate mounting. I know that some 2004 years Trek 8500’s were using Shimano XT hydraulic disc brakes but I haven’t found out how it has to be mounted and where to get the correct adapter. There is two unthreaded holes in the frame close to the rear axle. Spacing is around 50 mm so I tought maybe this adapter could be the correct one: www.ebay.de/itm/274973181968 Greetings from Finland! 🎅🏻🇫🇮
Thanks for reaching out Janne, I'll have to do some research on the 2004 model and see if they have any specs for that 50mm spacing The original Klein - Gary Fisher - Trek mount that was 22mm? only fit one model of Hayes brake.
hi there i have the same frame and i want to mount a rear disc brake .. but really struggling to find to find the parts i need ..as i stay in the uk ..would you have a part number or any info on the rear brake calliper..thanks
Thanks for reaching out. Here is the only adapter I have come across that fits. us-swinnertoncycles.glopalstore.com/a2z-disc-pads-disc-mount-adapter-parallel-frame-to-is-caliper-p115349/s331327?cid=GBP&glCurrency=GBP&glCountry=GB&gclid=CjwKCAiAmJGgBhAZEiwA1JZoluRLex6c_RMPTAJOwB_7E_TBObxeje7CnfI75zfECYYYaS3PElwRqRoCVYoQAvD_BwEUnfortunately it was only meant for a very narrow caliper brake like the early Hayes that came on the bike.
@@CoolBikeProjects ok thanks