VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1998 Barracuda Cuda Comp

Velopedia Archive ID 70549

Overview

Model year1998
BrandBarracuda
ModelCuda Comp
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID70549
Original MSRP$1,999.95
ColorsCrimson flake/Audi pearl red
Sizes12", 14", 16", 18", 19"
Weight30 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialEaston Elite front w/Elan Rear
ForkBullet USA Zzyzx FR
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, double triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
Front derailleurAdventure Components chainguide, chain retention device
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetAdventure Components, 46 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN72, 110mm spindle
BB shell width73mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainSachs SC-M55, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsFasten NWL-90K

Brakes

BrakesHayes Hydraulic Disc Brake System brakes, Hayes levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Adventure Components
HandlebarKore Torsion
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemKore Lite 3D
SaddleSelle Italia Nitrox PD
SeatpostKore Lite II, 26.8mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsHayes/Hugi
RimsVuelta Downhill, 32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 2.0mm double-butted
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" Hutchinson Coyote DH
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube572 mm
Head-tube angle70.5°
Seat-tube angle73.5°
Chainstay / rear center416 mm
Wheelbase1071 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 22, 2026.