Univega Alpina 802 16" One-Off Custom Build

If you’re looking for a frame that perfectly captures the golden era of 90s mountain biking, the Univega Alpina 802 in ball-burnished aluminum is an absolute masterpiece.

It doesn't just look fast sitting still; it looks like a piece of industrial art. And the best part? This particular frame has a fantastic story behind it.

Forget boring paint jobs that chip, scratch, and fade. The ball-burnished finish is raw, mechanical jewelry.

By tumbling the aluminium frame with thousands of tiny steel balls, Univega gave the metal a high-polished, mirror-like sheen that’s tougher than standard paint. It catches the sunlight beautifully, highlighting those chunky, aggressive welds and giving off an effortless, rugged attitude. It’s the ultimate "no paint, no nonsense" aesthetic.

Underneath that gorgeous finish is a frame engineered for pure retro fun, now completely revived and ready for a second life.

Every single penny from the sale of this frame goes directly toward funding our charitable work. You get to build up a legendary, head-turning vintage ride, and the proceeds go right back into supporting the community. It’s a total win-win.

Clean it up to a mirror shine or let it gather a little fine-scratch patina—either way, this Alpina 802 is built to look incredible, ride hard, and make a real difference.

Key Features

• Frame — AL2 6061-T6 aluminium

• Headset — Tange Seiki Terios

• Fork — Rockshox Tora 302SL

• Stem — Easton K12

• Brake/ Gear Levers — Shimano Alivio

• Bars — Riser, 31.8 clamp diameter

• Seatpost — Alloy 31.6

• Saddle — Syncros RP30

• Brakes — Shimano Alivio V-brake

• Drivetrain — Truvativ Firex triple chainset, Shimano Alivio front mech, Shimano Alivio rear mech, Shimano, 9 speed, 11-34 cassette, YBN 9 chain

• Wheelset — Mavic X139 rims laced onto Specialized Custom Front hub, Shimano M510 Rear hub hubs with Black, stainless spokes

• Tyres — Schwalbe Tough Tom/ Rapid Rob

What makes it special

• Lightweight Aluminum: Gives you snappy acceleration and an incredibly responsive feel, whether you're carving up fire roads or navigating tight city streets.

• Pro-Recommissioned: You aren't taking a gamble on a dusty garage find. Our team of professional mechanics has gone over this frame with a fine-tooth comb, ensuring it’s structurally perfect, meticulously cleaned, and ready to be built up into your dream ride.

• Built and safety-checked by experienced mechanics in our workshop

• Every penny funds our charity work — we restore and donate bikes to people with critical illness or low income (Charity No. 1208449)

Who this bike is for

• Classic 90s Geometry: It features that signature aggressive stance that makes it perfect for a modern resto-mod build—whether you want to keep it a rigid shredder or convert it into a bulletproof 1x gravel commuter.

• Somebody looking to start getting serious about ATB-riding

• Supporters who want a serious bike that also changes lives and benefits their community.

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