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1994 Barracuda A2B · 1997 Barracuda A2B

Specification1994 Barracuda A2B1997 Barracuda A2B
Overview
Model year19941997
BrandBarracudaBarracuda
ModelA2BA2B
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspensionMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID1501266653
Original MSRP$450.00$549.95
Colors—Teal flake/Audi pearl
Sizes12", 14", 16", 18", 19"10", 12", 14", 16", 18", 19"
Weight28 lb25.9 lb
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-welded steelTIG-welded
Frame materialTange chromoly7005 aluminum
ForkChromoly, SpinnerBarracuda Straight Blade
Fork material—4130 chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shock—N/A
Drivetrain
Component groupShimano AlivioGrip Shift/Shimano STX
ShiftersShimano Alivio Rapidfire Plus w/Optical Gear DisplayGrip Shift ESP 500
Front derailleurShimano Alivio 28.6Shimano STX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 35.0 mm
Rear derailleurShimano AlivioGrip Shift ESP 5.0
CranksetShimano, Alivio, 24/34/42 teethSugino Impel 300, 22/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracket—YST BB 969, 113 mm spindle
BB shell width—73mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainHP-70 NarrowSachs SC-20, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsCuda resin with hardened axle, Cuda ST25Wellgo LU-933A w/clips & straps
Brakes
BrakesShimano Alivio brakes, leversShimano Alivio A-brake brakes, Dia-Compe PC-7 levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset—1 1/8" threadless YST CS558
HandlebarCuda FORGED alloy, SILVER ANO. 330mm;Shimano Alivio, 36 HOLE;SILVERJY 230HB aluminum
Handlebar extensions—Cuda one-piece aluminum
Stem—Kalloy aluminum
SaddleCuda chromoly black, Cuda 3 DEG 560mm blackVetta TT Tri-Shock, manganese rails
SeatpostCuda 3 DEG 560mm black;N/A;'Cuda FORGED alloy, SILVER 330mPolygon PM-312, 31.6 mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsShimano AlivioFront: Shimano Deore LX, Rear: Shimano R080, silent clutch
RimsAlloyRigida LASER, 32-hole
Spokes—Richman stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples—Brass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.00" DURO26 x 1.95" Hutchinson On The Rocks
Wheel size26" wheels26" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement1994 Barracuda A2B1997 Barracuda A2B
Selected size / positionLegacy referenceLegacy reference
Head-tube angle70.5°70.5°
Seat-tube angle73.5°73.5°
Chainstay / rear center414.3 mm416 mm
Wheelbase1041.4 mm1060 mm
Fork offset / rake38.1 mm45 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 9, 2026.