Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Alpine Designs XC-Shock

Velopedia Archive ID 61273

Overview

Model year	1997
Brand	Alpine Designs
Model	XC-Shock
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID	61273
Original MSRP	$499.95
Colors	Ruby red
Sizes	14.5", 16.5", 18.5", 19.5"
Weight	28.8 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Chromoly, double-butted, oversize
Fork	RST 171B
Fork material	Aluminum/chromoly, triple-clamp crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano AceraX
Shifters	Grip Shift SRT-400i
Front derailleur	Shimano AceraX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleur	Shimano AceraX
Crankset	Shimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano BB-LP26, 113 mm spindle
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
Chain	KMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Not included

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano AceraX M-System brakes, Shimano Tourney TY-21 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2
Handlebar	Aluminum
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Chromoly
Saddle	Specialized Prolong Evolution Sport
Seatpost	Kalloy SP-242, 29.6 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano AceraX
Rims	Sumo TR300, 32-hole
Spokes	Wheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	26 x 2.10" Fly Accelerator
Wheel size	26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	574 mm
Head-tube angle	71°
Seat-tube angle	73°
Chainstay / rear center	425.4 mm
Wheelbase	1061.7 mm
Fork offset / rake	40.6 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 22, 2026.