VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Barracuda A2F

Velopedia Archive ID 68645

Overview

Model year1997
BrandBarracuda
ModelA2F
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID68645
Original MSRP$299.95
ColorsBlack flake/pearl white
Sizes10", 12", 14", 16", 18", 19"
Weight29.9 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
ForkBarracuda Straight Blade
Fork materialHi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Alivio
ShiftersGrip Shift MRX-170
Front derailleurShimano AceraX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
CranksetSugino Impel 100, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketYST BB 969, 124.5 mm spindle
BB shell width73mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainTaya TB-400, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-895

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus brakes, Dia-Compe SS-8 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless YST CS558
HandlebarLeadtec
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemKalloy aluminum
SaddleVelo VL-252
SeatpostKalloy SP-243, 26.4 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsJoy Tech Big Hub Q/R
RimsRigida AS-26, 32-hole
SpokesRichman stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Kenda K-101
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube571 mm
Head-tube angle70.5°
Seat-tube angle73.5°
Chainstay / rear center416 mm
Wheelbase1060 mm
Fork offset / rake45 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 26, 2026.