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1997 Calfee Design Tetra Custom (21)

Velopedia Archive ID 63539

Overview

Model year1997
BrandCalfee Design
ModelTetra Custom (21)
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID63539
Original MSRP$3,591.00
ColorsCustom
SizesCustom

Frameset

Frame constructionLaminated carbon fiber
Frame materialCarbon fiber composite
ForkTetra Pro Total Carbon
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite w/carbon fiber steerer, aero crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano 600 Ultegra
ShiftersShimano 600 Ultegra STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano 600 Ultegra, bottom-pull/clamp-on 35.0 mm
Rear derailleurShimano 600 Ultegra
CranksetShimano 600 Ultegra, 39/53 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN72
BB shell width70mm Italian
Rear cogs8-speed, 12 - 23 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG91, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano 600 Ultegra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano 600 Ultegra levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Shimano 600 Ultegra
HandlebarTTT Forma 2
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemTTT Synthesis
SaddleSelle San Marco Strada, titanium rails
SeatpostControl Tech Control Post, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano 600 Ultegra
RimsMavic Reflex SUP, 32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tireMichelin Hi-Lite Super Comp
Wheel sizeBuyer's choice wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 23, 2026.