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| Model year | 1997 |
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| Brand | Alpine Designs |
| Model | XC-3 |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 65507 |
| Original MSRP | $999.99 |
| Colors | Bronze titanium |
| Sizes | 14.5", 16.5", 18.5", 19.5" |
| Weight | 25.5 lb |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame material | Chromoly, double-butted, heat-treated |
| Fork | Answer Manitou Pro |
| Fork material | Aluminum, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano STX-RC |
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| Shifters | Shimano STX-RC RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano STX-RC top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano STX-RC |
| Crankset | Shimano STX-RC, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN52, 113 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG50, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore LX levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2 |
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| Handlebar | Fly Uphill |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Fly Mountain Top |
| Saddle | WTB SST |
| Seatpost | Fly Stoutmeister, 26.4 mm diameter |
| Hubs | Shimano STX-RC |
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| Rims | Mavic 238, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Wheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted |
| Spoke nipples | Alloy nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.10" Fly Accelerator |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 574 mm |
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| Head-tube angle | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 425.4 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1043.9 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 38.1 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 1, 2026.