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This timeline was a collaborative effort between Ron Klein (area211) and myself. It is a broad overview of early generation Hutch framesets as we understand them and to the best of our knowledge. Also, thanks to Johan (JJRBMX) for the pictures. Some of which were obtained from his website. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- KEEP IN MIND when using the following information that magazine issues are released well in advance of the publishing month and production artwork is created even earlier. That being said, images and statements in any magazine are likely to be from two months or more prior to the date on the magazine. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- HUTCH FRAME / FORK TIMELINE (INCEPTION THROUGH 1984): From inception through early-to-mid 1981 (1st generation frames and forks manufactured by Profile with 1st generation decals) Frames can be ID'd by the drilled-hole "HUTCH" in the brake bridge. Additionally, the dropouts have a 'birdmouth' opening at the entry point for the rear axle. The very first Hutch decals were red lettering on white stickers. Oval head-tube decal. Notice in the ad pictured below that one of the forks only has "HUTCH" and not "Racing"; however, all other pictures I've seen have the full "HUTCH Racing" sticker on the forks. There appears to be no seat-tube nor seat-stay decals on the frames. Notice the forks in the following color racing pic have forward facing decals while all other pics have side-facing decals. Perhaps those could have been a 1980 placement (??). Profile-made Hutch forks were known to exist with in-line axle slots directly under the ends of the fork tubes (see picture of Rich Farside's forks above) as well as with forward-facing axle slots with two holes in the dropouts shown further down in this post. ----------------------------------------------------------------- advertised framesets: X-Long pro model Standard model Junior model Mini model (later listed as "Lil' hole shot" in May 1981 BMXA ad) -------- Early/Mid 1981+ (1st generation frames and forks manufactured by Profile with 2nd generation decals) Drilled brake bridge frames - same as pictured above. There are two versions of the 2nd generation head-tube decals. One with "Hi-PERFORMANCE" the other "HIGH PERFORMANCE." Hutch officially used the tag line "Hi-performance." However, decals known to have come directly from Toby Henderson show both: While not proven, die-cut portions of these appear to be what were used on the original Hutch cranks made by Profile... At least they are what appear to have been used on cranks in ads, test models sent to magazines, as well as those on Tim Judge's cranks. A large black top tube decal read "for competition use only" Notice the seat-tube decal which is different from any of the later styles. It says simply "CHROMOLY". It's probably just the poor advertisement printing, but it appears there are no seat-stay decals except on the second frame from the front. Something else to consider is that perhaps the seat-stay decal is the same as later frames; however, it might have just been applied facing outwards rather than upwards... giving the appearance of a full-wrap around sticker when it actually might not have been. Profile-made Hutch forks were known to exist with forward-facing axle slots with two holes in the dropouts as well as with in-line axle slots directly under the ends of the fork tubes (shown above - Rich Farside picture). ----------------------------------------------------------------- advertised framesets: X-Long Pro Model Standard Model Special K Replica Junior Model "Lil' Hole Shot" -------- Early/Mid 1982 through late 1983 (2nd generation frames and forks manufactured by Thruster, MCS, and finally Hutch with classic 3rd generation head tube decals) Western H stamped brake bridge frames included some oddities/QC issues like 1982's blank bridge frames (pictured) as well as double-stamped brake bridge frames: Classic repeating HUTCH head tube decal. Smaller top tube decal reading "Genuine HUTCH WORLD CHAMPION PRODUCT." The following ad seems to have the later seat-tube decal with hutch below the "Hi-Performance BMX semi-circle." While the following seat tube decal is considered specific to 1982 frames: Thruster-made forks were easily recognizable due to their unique dropouts: MCS-made frames are identified by the 'kickstand slot' found in the brace behind the bottom bracket shell: Also shown below is the more common (well known) Hutch Pro and Mini fork dropout: ----------------------------------------------------------------- advertised framesets: XL24 Frame and Fork (Xtra light 24" frame ... Xtra light 24" forks) Xtra Long Pro Racer Frame Expert Racer Racer Frame and Fork (Standard size frame ... fits 11 to 14 year olds) Junior Size Frame (fits 9 to 11 year olds) Lil' Hole Shot (Mini size frame ... fits 6 to 8 year olds) "Send $3 for brochure and sticker pack!" Late 1983+ (Advertised as "New 1984 models now available! ... Hutch has now added, for your identification and protection against theft, an engraved serial number.") --------------------------------------------------------------- advertised framesets: XL24 Frame and Forks Pro Racer Frame + Pro Forks Expert Racer Frame + Pro Forks Junior Racer Frame + Pro Forks Lil' Hole Shot Mini-frame + Mini Forks For additional consideration and assistance in identification, please see the Hutch fork timeline chart below. Chart courtesy of Ron Klein (area211)

I finally figured out what I will never use out of my stash and I'm posting it for sale here, and here only. I can't do eVil-Bay (you can thank the douchenozzle who tried to steal my grips for that). So basically everything is New Old Stock unless stated otherwise. It's also all pretty much mint, unless stated otherwise. Some of it is a little dirty. I will only ship within the lower 48, I won't do International, too many scams, sorry (that time it was an asshat in Italy who won my USA only auction and then tried to harass me to send him the Vans anyway, but I digress). Don't be shy, we can discuss price. I am open to whatever the going rate is on the stuff I am posting, but that's sometimes hard to figure out. So if you don't like my price show me what a more accurate price would be and we can probably work something out. Bottom line, I won't be a dick about it, we can either make a deal or we can't and either way all will be good. Also, I am open to trades. I need a 24 inch frame and fork for a rider, I am looking for something chromoly from the 80s, no 990 brake mounts, rough but usable shape.is okay. Other than that I'm very open-minded if we can work out a trade a partial trade. I also need an NOS or minty rear Tuff wheel, red, with freewheel mount, plastic hub not metal hub. And a rear Araya 7X 20in wheel with Suzue or similar freewheel hub, also NOS or minty. Gold, blue or red front MX1000, well used or better. Gold MX15 pedal, well used... We'll start with this. NOT NOS, Well Used OG Torker frame pad in blue. Note the rusty snaps and there is a small cut on the edge. $200 shipped. (Are the NOS versions really going for $500? Because I have one of those too) And I will go to the other end of the spectrum, BMX pad, missing a snap, otherwise appears to be NOS. $20 shipped.

I recently found this black Hutch Expert Racer. Mostly a survivor, except for the 20 spoke (yes, 20) back wheel...with a Shimano coaster hub.

So I picked this Frame up from my step-brother, and I have had no luck identifying it. He says the gentleman that he got it from told him that it was a "PK Ripper" but I cant find any pictures to verify. Thank you in advance for any help ideas or suggestions

Have a new car project to fund and now these are over in the US, after being in storage for more than seven years, it's time to sell. Links below the photos go to my site where you can see more photos and a contact form. There's a bunch of other stuff also on the site and just picking out some items that are relevant for this site. 1984 GT Pro Performer Original chrome and comes with NOS decals, although the round ones may be reproduction. Price $450 Link - http://onlybmx.com/gt-bmx-pro-performer-bmx-frame-set-chrome/ 1985 GT Pro Performer NOS with some shop wear. Price $850 Link - http://onlybmx.com/gt-pro-performer-nos-1985/ Hutch Trick Star Original chrome and in great condition. Guessing decals are original as well. Price $750 Link - http://onlybmx.com/hutch-trick-star-bmx-frame-set-chrome/ Skyway Street Beat One of the 'factory find' frames with 11-85 serial. Price $400 Link - http://onlybmx.com/skyway-street-beat-bmx-frameforks-nos/

just picked up this Hutch XL-24 (pre serial #). i figured you guys might dig the seat.

Took some pics to show a buddy and thought I'd post em here too. OG lavender 9/16 Hutch pro pedals with lavender bolts, brown bearings and chrome spindles. Post up pics of yours if you have any OG painted sets?

Is the seat tube on a Judge supposed to have the hole as shown below?