tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1076590407395484104.post9114379076164421355..comments2023-11-10T10:51:22.814+01:00Comments on OLD METAL , my retro mountainbike blog: BARRACUDA by MARKOLD-METALhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00795269560470790818noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1076590407395484104.post-4239446527275058532012-06-28T04:14:11.693+02:002012-06-28T04:14:11.693+02:00Used a little post divorce guilt on my father to h...Used a little post divorce guilt on my father to have him buy me a A2r in 1993. At the time i knew it felt better than all the other higher end treks etc. But i didn"t understand why. It wasn"t until i was riding the trails up in Plattsburgh NY when some more experienced riders would say "something like nice yeti". Stupidly i sold it for a hundred bucks to buy a K2 (which was also post buyout) I would pay almost any amount to get that bike back.<br />I wonder why Jamis or some other company doesn"t buy the rights to the brand?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1076590407395484104.post-5469805175953747752011-04-19T07:27:38.623+02:002011-04-19T07:27:38.623+02:00i've got a dos equis barracuda purchased in th...i've got a dos equis barracuda purchased in the summer of '95. it's in great shape. haven't changed a thing on it.<br /><br />funny how dos equis is now popular with those commercials.<br /><br />you can shoot me an email if you want marc.prosperi@gmail.comUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05528146889338222749noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1076590407395484104.post-5830066920658614292010-09-08T17:55:41.394+02:002010-09-08T17:55:41.394+02:00ah cool mark!ah cool mark!OLD-METALhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00795269560470790818noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1076590407395484104.post-72992735101483531842010-09-08T17:51:14.579+02:002010-09-08T17:51:14.579+02:00Hi all,
The Barracuda website is back!
Please st...Hi all,<br /><br />The Barracuda website is back!<br /><br />Please stop by and register for the forums. Any and all information you can publish is great, even if its just your bike's serial number(s).<br /><br />Hopefully we can get the site back to its former glory.<br /><br />Mark<br /><br />http://www.barracudabicycles.comMarkhttp://www.barracudabicycles.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1076590407395484104.post-48538491704545281222010-08-21T21:50:08.392+02:002010-08-21T21:50:08.392+02:00I live in Durango, CO and just bought a Barracuda ...I live in Durango, CO and just bought a Barracuda "Cuda Comp" in purple and brushed silver that must have been sitting in a garage for many years as it is in great shape. A buddy had an old pair of forks that I used to replace the shot Manitou's. Gotta love Durango! Anyway it's out of storage and out on the trails again!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1076590407395484104.post-29924233632703221002010-07-28T13:54:29.624+02:002010-07-28T13:54:29.624+02:00hi david,
sorry to hear that there is a crack in ...hi david,<br /><br />sorry to hear that there is a crack in the frame<br />i think all frames can be fixed but if it is commercially interesting to do depends on the damage.<br />I would personally fix it if it was a bike close to my heart but i am a sucker for that .<br />logically it needs a respray after the welding which could make it even more expensive.<br />Looking for a same bike in good condition could be a good option<br /><br />BasOLD-METALhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00795269560470790818noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1076590407395484104.post-63217013832663138462010-07-28T06:01:40.178+02:002010-07-28T06:01:40.178+02:00I have an original Barracuda Team Dos XX that I pu...I have an original Barracuda Team Dos XX that I purchased new in the mid-90s and have ridden constantly since then. It's still completely stock, except for the tires. I took it into the shop for some adjustments and some new tires and got a call this afternoon from the shop telling me they found a significant crack in the frame in the neck. They say it can not be repaired. I am heartsick, as I love this bike and don't want to give it up. Anyone have any suggestions? Can the fram be welded or otherwise fixed, or is there somewhere I can get the frame replaced with an original one? My email is david@conserveturtles.org (yes, I work for a turtle conservation group). Name is David Godfrey.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1076590407395484104.post-39953154585736719302010-06-14T14:24:33.982+02:002010-06-14T14:24:33.982+02:00Regarding the A2M, if it's a 1995, here's ...Regarding the A2M, if it's a 1995, here's a link to the catalog on RetroBike.<br /><br />http://www.retrobike.co.uk/forum/files/Barracuda95.pdfHerguleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01248162388312366245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1076590407395484104.post-59436185525768611892010-06-14T01:11:48.690+02:002010-06-14T01:11:48.690+02:00trying to find info on my a2m barracuda. serial n...trying to find info on my a2m barracuda. serial number am3110098.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1076590407395484104.post-33241166639177814782010-06-14T01:10:01.039+02:002010-06-14T01:10:01.039+02:00I was trying to find info on my a2m barracuda I bo...I was trying to find info on my a2m barracuda I bought in bend, Oregon 2000 for 100 bucks. I love the bike, never knew much about it until today. The serial number is am3110098 if anyone can let me know anything else. I think maybe 94-95. Thanks for the info. Maybe the only one in Alaska!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1076590407395484104.post-46186362265940424352010-06-08T05:10:03.648+02:002010-06-08T05:10:03.648+02:00Great info. I bought my 1995 Team XX brand new in...Great info. I bought my 1995 Team XX brand new in '95 for $650.00. I used to ride with the Bike Shop Manager and their team. He gave it to me for cost. I still pound the heck out of it and the frame keeps on ticking. New front fork, rear derailleur, updated brakes (it was a challenge to convert), panaracer red sidewall fire XC pro tires, clipless. The rest is original and I will not even think of getting a new bike. This hardtail is smooth as silk and single tracks incredibly.<br />Sorry to find out that the Company had a bad reputation. Would love to post pictures.Donhttp://dondeziner@msn.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1076590407395484104.post-12150879403131591822010-03-31T07:12:27.829+02:002010-03-31T07:12:27.829+02:00I just built a 96 Cuda comp in purple and brushed....I just built a 96 Cuda comp in purple and brushed. Very aggressive frame that responds well to my power output. I had to remove the hot pink and blue Miami-Vice colored stickers though. It is a very solid bike that climbs well, descends well, corners good, and takes air very well. I'm kinda' stoked on this old beast. Nor-Cal baby!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1076590407395484104.post-33323935565085010662010-03-29T20:49:19.761+02:002010-03-29T20:49:19.761+02:00Hey
Any opinions on the Barracuda A2Fast? I just...Hey <br />Any opinions on the Barracuda A2Fast? I just acquired one and was wondering whether anyone had any previous experience with that model (I think it was only made in 1995). It seems to be a somewhat downscale full suspension frame as compared to the A2FX. - JoeHerguleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01248162388312366245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1076590407395484104.post-50187157330476616192010-03-09T18:02:46.914+01:002010-03-09T18:02:46.914+01:00Hi Marc,
good to hear that you are back.
I will c...Hi Marc,<br /><br />good to hear that you are back.<br />I will check if i have anything stored on my comp.<br /><br />cheers<br /><br />BasOLD-METALhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00795269560470790818noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1076590407395484104.post-71046088068681077192010-03-09T04:55:34.120+01:002010-03-09T04:55:34.120+01:00I posted a few 1993/94 Barracuda pics on my RetroB...I posted a few 1993/94 Barracuda pics on my RetroBike gallery album. Original XX Team bus and a few of my projects (in progress). I think this link will get you there: http://www.retrobike.co.uk/forum/gallery2.php?g2_itemId=71112<br />-HergulesHerguleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01248162388312366245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1076590407395484104.post-84998834051344006362010-03-08T23:27:01.025+01:002010-03-08T23:27:01.025+01:00Hey all,
Mark here, I've had a horrible time ...Hey all,<br /><br />Mark here, I've had a horrible time with the website, the server up and died and took all the files with it. If anyone has anything stored in cache in your web browser, please do me a favor and email anything you have to admin@digitalkreation.com - I'd appreciate it!<br /><br />Yep, the site will be back, I'm hoping I don't have to re-create it from scratch!!<br /><br />MarkMarkhttp://www.barracudabicycles.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1076590407395484104.post-22834119022726726772010-02-14T21:31:41.367+01:002010-02-14T21:31:41.367+01:00And? ;) did you build it up again?And? ;) did you build it up again?OLD-METALhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00795269560470790818noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1076590407395484104.post-82372634397820937742010-01-28T18:20:51.963+01:002010-01-28T18:20:51.963+01:00Great info ! I have a Barracuda Cuda Comp that has...Great info ! I have a Barracuda Cuda Comp that has been hanging in my garage since 96, now I've been inspired to build it up again. Thanks !Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1076590407395484104.post-72040825976423074132010-01-28T18:18:35.725+01:002010-01-28T18:18:35.725+01:00Great info ! I have a Barracuda "Cuda Comp&qu...Great info ! I have a Barracuda "Cuda Comp" in purple and brushed that has been hanging on my wall in the garage since 1996, I been thinking about building it up again.. This may have inspired me :o)mingodoghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03817614193664998036noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1076590407395484104.post-89417797348370712262010-01-01T21:56:46.993+01:002010-01-01T21:56:46.993+01:00thanks !,
working on the site but so much to do ,...thanks !,<br /><br />working on the site but so much to do , so little time ;)OLD-METALhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00795269560470790818noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1076590407395484104.post-48665062750648745102009-12-31T02:18:09.746+01:002009-12-31T02:18:09.746+01:00I've got a cuda and love it. It's a 'C...I've got a cuda and love it. It's a 'Cuda COMP'. Picked it up new at a local bike shop. I have raced it, (still do race it) trained on it and pounded it and it still won't die. I recently put a new fork on it and it rides like a new dream. Can't really call it a bike - it's a Cuda! <br />I think your site has been taken down, ... can't open it. Pity, I wanted to see what drove the company to destruction. <br />The Cuda can't be beat for it's dependability and craftsmanship. <br />I hope you can fix the problem with your site soon.<br />Thanks <br />Cuda GuyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1076590407395484104.post-31334246406851260302009-12-18T23:56:25.661+01:002009-12-18T23:56:25.661+01:00Hi
I did not notice myself that the site is offl...Hi <br /><br />I did not notice myself that the site is offline.<br />I have checked his last visit on retrobike, that way 8 months ago,..i hope all is well <br /><br />BasOLD-METALhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00795269560470790818noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1076590407395484104.post-20568495445029085982009-12-17T22:22:13.576+01:002009-12-17T22:22:13.576+01:00I was a member on Mark's Barracuda website, an...I was a member on Mark's Barracuda website, and like the previous post, cannot find it anymore. I have a '95 aluminum Barracuda which sparked my interest in the brand. If anyone finds out when the website is restored, could they please post it here.<br />Thanks.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1076590407395484104.post-55627907053692580082009-12-11T13:28:32.426+01:002009-12-11T13:28:32.426+01:00Hi Joe,
unfortunately i am havin' some proble...Hi Joe,<br /><br />unfortunately i am havin' some problems with the site provider, he placed the site on a different server and since then it is not working ,..<br /><br />Please be so kind to email me on: basads@gmail.com<br /><br />would love to hear more form you and see the historical pictures <br /><br />BasOLD-METALhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00795269560470790818noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1076590407395484104.post-14538650024186860152009-12-11T05:05:56.533+01:002009-12-11T05:05:56.533+01:00Hey Bas,
Your blog brought back memories. I was th...Hey Bas,<br />Your blog brought back memories. I was the Marketing Director at Dos Equis when Barracuda was born... I sponsored the first Barracuda Pro MTB Team. I still have an actual 94 Team XX pro bike with old school XTR. I also have some old Barracuda pictures (of the team & bus) and even more stories. I can probably add it a bit of additional history to your site. I tried to visit the website but can't get to it... Is it still up and running? Let me know -Herguleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01248162388312366245noreply@blogger.com