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1996 Cignal Bimini

Velopedia Archive ID 55323

Overview

Model year1996
BrandCignal
ModelBimini
Bicycle typeHybrid
Archive ID55323
Original MSRP$339.95
ColorsBlack cherry, evergreen
Sizes17", 19", 21", 23", womens 17.5"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialChromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
ForkCignal Cross
Fork materialHi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Alivio
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-300i
Front derailleurShimano Alivio top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
CranksetCyclone CPI-348 w/guard, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketTien Hsin, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG30, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsVictor VP-872 w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesAPSE 996AD brakes, Grip Tek 303A levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Victor VP-H84-B
HandlebarHsin Lung alloy mid-rise
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemHsin Lung alloy
SaddleVelo VL-183
SeatpostKalloy SP-242, 26.4 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsCMC alloy, 36-hole
SpokesSteel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 35c Kenda K-830
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube558.8 mm
Head-tube angle71.5°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center444.5 mm
Wheelbase1056.6 mm
Fork offset / rake39.4 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 28, 2026.