Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1996 Ross Beach Commander (01) · 1998 Ross Beach Commander (01)
| Specification | 1996 Ross Beach Commander (01) | 1998 Ross Beach Commander (01) |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1996 | 1998 |
| Brand | Ross | Ross |
| Model | Beach Commander (01) | Beach Commander (01) |
| Bicycle type | Cruiser | Cruiser |
| Archive ID | 57340 | 72041 |
| Original MSRP | $199.95 | $184.95 |
| Colors | Light blue, red, transparent blue, transparent burgundy, transparent violet, white | Blue, burgundy, laser red |
| Sizes | Boys 13", girls 13" | 19" |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded steel | Welded |
| Frame material | Hi-tensile steel | Hi-tensile steel |
| Fork | Ross | — |
| Fork material | Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown | Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Shimano 3-speed coaster brake | N/A |
| Shifters | Shimano 3-speed | N/A |
| Front derailleur | N/A | N/A |
| Rear derailleur | N/A | N/A |
| Crankset | 1-piece 6 1/2", 46 teeth | 1-piece steel, 46 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Wald | — |
| BB shell width | 68mm Threadless | — |
| Rear cogs | 3-speed internal, 18 teeth | 1-speed, 21 teeth |
| Chain | KMC Alpha 50, 1/2 x 3/32" | 1/2 x 1/8" |
| Pedals | Victor VP-810 | Resin |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Shimano coaster brake | Shimano coaster brake |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1" Victor VP-H93 sealed | 1" steel |
| Handlebar | Cruiser Bend | Steel hi-rise |
| Handlebar extensions | N/A | N/A |
| Stem | Kalloy alloy | Aluminum |
| Saddle | Selle Master | Cruiser w/springs |
| Seatpost | Kalloy SP-200, 25.4 mm diameter | Steel |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | — | Steel, nutted |
| Rims | Rigida AS-27, 36-hole | Aluminum, 36-hole |
| Spokes | Sha Dar stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge | Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 24 x 2.125" classic whitewall | 26 x 2.125" |
| Wheel size | 24" wheels | 26" wheels |
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| Measurement | 1996 Ross Beach Commander (01) | 1998 Ross Beach Commander (01) |
|---|---|---|
| Selected size / position | Legacy reference | — |
| Head-tube angle | 71.5° | — |
| Seat-tube angle | 70° | — |
| Chainstay / rear center | 457.2 mm | — |
| Wheelbase | 1092.2 mm | — |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 15, 2026.