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1997 Barracuda A2Z · 1995 Barracuda A2Z

Specification1997 Barracuda A2Z1995 Barracuda A2Z
Overview
Model year19971995
BrandBarracudaBarracuda
ModelA2ZA2Z
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspensionMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID6553232055
Original MSRP$449.95$399.00
ColorsScarlet red flake/Audi pearlBlue/white
Sizes10", 12", 14", 16", 18", 19"12", 14", 16", 18", 19"
Weight27.4 lb27.5 lb
Frameset
Frame constructionTIG-weldedTIG-welded steel
Frame material7005 aluminumTange #1 chromoly
ForkBarracuda Straight BladeCuda Design
Fork materialChromoly/hi-tensile steel, unicrown crownTange chromoly, sloping crown
Rear shockN/A—
Drivetrain
Component groupShimano STXShimano Alivio
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400iGrip Shift SRT-300
Front derailleurShimano Alivio top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 35.0 mmShimano AceraX, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano STXShimano Alivio Upgrade Edition
CranksetSugino Impel 200, 24/34/42 teethAlloy, 24/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketYST BB 969, 122.5 mm spindle—
BB shell width73mm English—
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth7-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainSachs SC-20, 1/2 x 3/32"KMC UG 50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-933A w/clips & strapsResin
Brakes
BrakesShimano AceraX M-System brakes, Dia-Compe SS-8 leversShimano Altus C90 brakes, alloy levers
Cockpit & contact points
Headset1 1/8" threadless YST CS5581 1/8" YST Sealed Tech
HandlebarJY 230HB aluminumCuda Design aluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot includedNot included
StemKalloy aluminumKalloy chromoly
SaddleVetta SEBarracuda / Velo
SeatpostPolygon PM-312, 31.6 mm diameterKalloy SP-243, 26.8 mm diameter
Wheels & tires
HubsShimano AceraXShimano Alivio
RimsRigida LASER, 32-holeAlloy, 32-hole
SpokesRichman stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gaugeStainless steel, 2.0 mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Hutchinson On The Rocks26 x 2.00" Duro Wolf Paw
Wheel size26" wheels26" wheels

Geometry comparison

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Measurement1997 Barracuda A2Z1995 Barracuda A2Z
Selected size / positionLegacy referenceLegacy reference
Head-tube angle70.5°70.5°
Seat-tube angle73.5°73.5°
Chainstay / rear center416 mm416.6 mm
Wheelbase1060 mm1054.1 mm
Fork offset / rake45 mm50.8 mm

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