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1997 Barracuda C2F

Velopedia Archive ID 65161

Overview

Model year1997
BrandBarracuda
ModelC2F
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID65161
Original MSRP$1,199.95
ColorsBlack/metallic silver
SizesLarge, medium, small, xlarge

Frameset

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

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore LX
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-600
Front derailleurShimano Deore LX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 35.0 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetSugino Impel 700, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketYST BB 966, 113 mm spindle
BB shell width73mm Threadless
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainSachs SC-M55, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-954 w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Dia-Compe PC-12NA levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2
HandlebarJY 175HB aluminum
Handlebar extensionsCuda one-piece aluminum
StemJY 905-1
SaddleVetta TT Tri-Shock, manganese rails
SeatpostPolygon PM-736A, 27.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Shimano Deore LX, Rear: Shimano R080, silent clutch
RimsWeinmann Zac 19, 32-hole
SpokesRichman stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Hutchinson Rock XC
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 27, 2026.