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1997 Barracuda C2A

Velopedia Archive ID 64040

Overview

Model year1997
BrandBarracuda
ModelC2A
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID64040
Original MSRP$899.95
ColorsScarlet red flake/Audi pearl
SizesLarge, medium, small, xlarge

Frameset

Frame constructionMonocoque
Frame materialCarbon reinforced thermoplastic
ForkRock Shox Indy XC
Fork materialMagnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupGrip Shift/Shimano STX
ShiftersGrip Shift ESP 500
Front derailleurShimano STX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 35.0 mm
Rear derailleurGrip Shift ESP 5.0
CranksetSugino Impel 500, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketYST BB 966, 113 mm spindle
BB shell width73mm Threadless
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainSachs SC-40, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-954 w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano STX M-System brakes, Dia-Compe PC-7 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless YST CS558
HandlebarJY 230HB aluminum
Handlebar extensionsCuda one-piece aluminum
StemKalloy Uno
SaddleVetta Comfort Flex
SeatpostPolygon PM-312, 27.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Shimano Deore LX, Rear: Shimano R080, silent clutch
RimsRigida LASER, 32-hole
SpokesRichman stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Hutchinson On The Rocks
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube570 mm
Head-tube angle70.5°
Seat-tube angle73.5°
Chainstay / rear center425 mm
Wheelbase1070 mm
Fork offset / rake40.6 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 25, 2026.