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1997 Alpine Designs XC-3.5

Velopedia Archive ID 60152

Overview

Model year1997
BrandAlpine Designs
ModelXC-3.5
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID60152
Original MSRP$799.99
ColorsDeep blue
Sizes14.5", 16.5", 18.5", 19.5"
Weight26.5 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly, double-butted, heat-treated
ForkAnswer Manitou Pro
Fork materialAluminum, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX-RC/STX
ShiftersSachs Wavey
Front derailleurShimano STX-RC top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX-RC
CranksetShimano STX-RC, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano STX M-System brakes, Shimano STX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2
HandlebarFly Uphill
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemFly Pop Top
SaddleSpecialized Prolong Evolution Sport
SeatpostFly Stout Boy, 26.4 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano STX
RimsSun Rims CR18, 32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" Fly Accelerator
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube574 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center425.4 mm
Wheelbase1043.9 mm
Fork offset / rake38.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 30, 2026.