Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1996 Barracuda A2B · 1995 Barracuda A2B
| Specification | 1996 Barracuda A2B | 1995 Barracuda A2B |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1996 | 1995 |
| Brand | Barracuda | Barracuda |
| Model | A2B | A2B |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, non-suspension | Mountain bike, non-suspension |
| Archive ID | 55250 | 32047 |
| Original MSRP | $574.95 | $489.00 |
| Colors | Silver/Eggplant fade | Silver/red |
| Sizes | 10", 12", 14", 18", 19" | 12", 14", 16", 18", 19" |
| Weight | — | 27.2 lb |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | Welded aluminum | TIG-welded steel |
| Frame material | 7005 aluminum | Tange chromoly |
| Fork | Barracuda | Cuda Design |
| Fork material | Chromoly, forged dropouts, unicrown crown | Tange chromoly, sloping crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano Deore LX | Shimano STX |
| Shifters | Grip Shift SRT-450 | Grip Shift SRT-300 |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore LX, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm | Shimano STX, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore LX GS | Shimano STX |
| Crankset | Sugino Impel, 24/34/42 teeth | Alloy, 24/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle | — |
| BB shell width | 68mm English | — |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth | 7-speed, 11 - 32 teeth |
| Chain | Taya TB-700, 1/2 x 3/32" | KMC UG 50, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Fasten NWL-90K w/clips & straps | Resin |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Shimano Alivio M-System brakes, Grip Shift SRT-450 alloy levers | Chang Star 875A brakes, Dia-Compe PC-3 levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2 | 1 1/8" YST 300 |
| Handlebar | Barracuda alloy | Cuda Design aluminum |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included | Not included |
| Stem | Kalloy | Kalloy chromoly |
| Saddle | Vetta Comfort Flex | Barracuda / Velo |
| Seatpost | Kalloy SP-263 | Kalloy SP-243, 26.8 mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | — | Shimano Alivio |
| Rims | Rigida LASER, 32-hole | Alloy, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Ta Sen stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge | Stainless steel, straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 1.90" Hutchinson | 26 x 2.00" Duro Wolf Paw |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels | 26" wheels |
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| Measurement | 1996 Barracuda A2B | 1995 Barracuda A2B |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | Legacy reference |
| Head-tube angle | 70.5° | 70.5° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 416.6 mm | 416.6 mm |
| Wheelbase | — | 1054.1 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | — | 50.8 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 9, 2026.