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1996 Carbonframes Tetra Tri Dura-Ace

Velopedia Archive ID 55315

Overview

Model year1996
BrandCarbonframes
ModelTetra Tri Dura-Ace
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID55315
Original MSRP$3,499.00
ColorsGreen, light blue, natural carbon, purple, purple candy, teal
Sizes48 cm, 50 cm, 52 cm, 54 cm, 56 cm, 58 cm, 60 cm

Frameset

Frame constructionLaminated carbon fiber
Frame materialCarbon fiber composite
ForkKestrel EMS
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite, aero crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Dura-Ace
ShiftersGrip Shift CX-DT
Front derailleurShimano Dura-Ace, bottom-pull/braze-on
Rear derailleurShimano Dura-Ace
CranksetTopline, 42/56 teeth
Bottom bracketWorld Class, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width70mm Italian
Rear cogs8-speed, Buyer's choice of gearing
ChainShimano CN-IG90, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesDia-Compe BRS 200 SL brakes, Dia-Compe 188 TRI levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Stronglight A9
HandlebarSyntace TT
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemTTT Synthesis
SaddleSelle San Marco Strada, titanium rails
SeatpostControl Tech Control Post, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsMavic Open SUP CD, 28-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 1.8mm double butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire650 x 20c Michelin Super Comp
Wheel size650c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube570 mm
Head-tube angle73°
Seat-tube angle76.5°
Chainstay / rear center390 mm
Wheelbase1017 mm
Fork offset / rake40 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 29, 2026.