VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Angletech Altitude SL

Velopedia Archive ID 54146

Overview

Model year1996
BrandAngletech
ModelAltitude SL
Bicycle typeRecumbent
Archive ID54146
Original MSRP$2,500.00
ColorsBuyer's choice
SizesOne size fits all
Weight26 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame material4130 chromoly
ForkNobilette
Fork material4130 chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano XTR
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-800 X-Ray
Front derailleurSachs Quarz, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano XTR
CranksetSachs Quarz, 38/50/61 teeth
Bottom bracketSampson Stratics titanium, 115 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainSachs SC40, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesMagura Hydraulic HS22 brakes, Magura Hydrostop levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Chris King
HandlebarAlloy
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemAlloy
SaddleRecumbant mesh seat
SeatpostN/A

Wheels & tires

RimsHED, 18-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire20 x 1 1/8" IRC Roadlite EX
Wheel size20" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Head-tube angle72°
Wheelbase996.9 mm
Fork offset / rake31.8 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 23, 2026.