Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification report1997 Barracuda A2T · 1998 Barracuda A2T
| Specification | 1997 Barracuda A2T | 1998 Barracuda A2T |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Model year | 1997 | 1998 |
| Brand | Barracuda | Barracuda |
| Model | A2T | A2T |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 61798 | 77025 |
| Original MSRP | $2,499.95 | $2,199.95 |
| Colors | Reflex blue flake/Audi pearl | Reflex blue flake/Audi pearl blue |
| Sizes | 12", 14", 16", 18", 19" | 12", 14", 16", 18", 19" |
| Weight | 23 lb | 23.2 lb |
| Frameset | ||
| Frame construction | TIG-welded | TIG-welded |
| Frame material | Easton ProGram Elite double-butted | Easton Elite |
| Fork | Answer Manitou SX Ti | Answer Manitou SX Ti |
| Fork material | Aluminum, triple-clamp crown | Aluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A | N/A |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Component group | Grip Shift/Ringle | Mountain Mix |
| Shifters | Grip Shift ESP 900 | Shimano XTR RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore XT top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm | Shimano Deore XT, top-pull |
| Rear derailleur | Grip Shift ESP 9.0 | Sachs DIRT |
| Crankset | White Industries, 20/32/42 teeth | Kooka Bonnie, 22/32/44 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | White Industries, 115 mm spindle | Shimano BB-UN72, 110mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 73mm English | 73mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Sachs SC-M55, 1/2 x 3/32" | Sachs SC-M55, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Wellgo WPD-800 clipless | Wellgo WPD-96A clipless |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Paul Components Moto Lite brakes, Paul Love Levers levers | Shimano XTR V-Brake brakes, Shimano XTR levers |
| Cockpit & contact points | ||
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Ringle Slamma Jamma | 1 1/8" threadless Adventure Components |
| Handlebar | Profile | Kore Elite |
| Handlebar extensions | Profile | Profile |
| Stem | Ringle Zooka | Kore Elite |
| Saddle | Selle San Marco Tecno Dynamica embroidered | Selle Italia Nitrox PD |
| Seatpost | Ringle Moby Deuce, 26.8 mm diameter | Kore Elite II, 26.8mm diameter |
| Wheels & tires | ||
| Hubs | Ringle | Adventure Components |
| Rims | Syncros XLR, 32-hole | Syncros XLT, 32-hole |
| Spokes | DT stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted | DT stainless steel, 2.0mm double-butted |
| Spoke nipples | Alloy nipples | Alloy nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 1.90" Hutchinson Chameleon kevlar | 26 x 1.90" Hutchinson Python |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels | 26" wheels |
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| Measurement | 1997 Barracuda A2T | 1998 Barracuda A2T |
|---|---|---|
| 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 mm | 416 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1070 mm | 1011 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 38.1 mm | 40.6 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 9, 2026.