Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 56081
| Model year | 1996 |
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| Brand | Balance |
| Model | AL 350 (02) |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, non-suspension |
| Archive ID | 56081 |
| Original MSRP | $689.00 |
| Colors | Blue anodized/polished fade, clear-coat |
| Sizes | 14", 16", 17.5", 19", 20.5" |
| Weight | 26.9 lb |
| Frame construction | Welded aluminum |
|---|---|
| Frame material | 7005 aluminum w/replacable der. hanger |
| Fork | Balance R.I.D. |
| Fork material | 4130 chromoly, unicrown crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano STX |
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| Shifters | Grip Shift SRT-400 |
| Front derailleur | Shimano STX, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano STX |
| Crankset | Shimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-UG51, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Fasten NWL-90K w/clips & straps |
| Brakes | Shimano AceraX M-System brakes, Tektro 371A levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2 |
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| Handlebar | Balance R.I.D. butted alloy |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Balance R.I.D. forged alloy |
| Saddle | Balance R.I.D. Lo-profile |
| Seatpost | Kalloy SP-243, 30.0 mm diameter |
| Rims | Araya GP-710, 32-hole |
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| Spokes | Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | Front: 26 x 1.95" Tioga Psycho KS, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Tioga Psycho TT |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 563.9 mm |
|---|---|
| Head-tube angle | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 419.1 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1059.2 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 2, 2026.