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1997 Bilenky Travel Midlands

Velopedia Archive ID 60265

Overview

Model year1997
BrandBilenky
ModelTravel Midlands
Bicycle typeFolding
Archive ID60265
Original MSRP$2,250.00
ColorsCustom
SizesCustom
Weight26 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionLugged
Frame materialReynolds 531
ForkBilenky
Fork materialReynolds 531, semi-sloping crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

ShiftersShimano 600 Ultegra bar-end
Front derailleurSachs Centera, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetCampagnolo Mirage, 30/42/54 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN71, 115 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 12 - 32 teeth
ChainSachs SC-M55, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano Deore LX M-System brakes, Dia-Compe 287 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" American Classic Trilock
HandlebarNitto aluminum
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemNitto
SaddleBuyer's choice
SeatpostZoom Microset, 26.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Campagnolo Chorus, Rear: Campagnolo Chorus cassette
RimsMavic T 217 SUP, 36-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 28c Continental Super Sport
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube571.5 mm
Head-tube angle71.5°
Seat-tube angle72.5°
Chainstay / rear center457.2 mm
Wheelbase1061.7 mm
Fork offset / rake57.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 7, 2026.