VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Cignal Zanzibar

Velopedia Archive ID 52694

Overview

Model year1996
BrandCignal
ModelZanzibar
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID52694
Original MSRP$399.95
ColorsMetallica
Sizes16", 18", 20", 22"

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded aluminum
Frame material7005 aluminum
ForkCignal
Fork material4130 chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano AceraX
ShiftersGrip Shift MRX-100
Front derailleurShimano AceraX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano AceraX
CranksetCyclone CPI-348 SQS, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketTien Hsin, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsVictor VP-872 w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesChang Star 877AT brakes, Grip Tek 303A levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" Tien Hsin TH-850 S
HandlebarHsin Lung MTB 110
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemHsin Lung steel
SaddleVelo VL-195-2
SeatpostKalloy SP-242, 28.4 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsAlesa 4019, 36-hole
SpokesSteel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" Kenda K-850
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube556.3 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center426.7 mm
Wheelbase1049 mm
Fork offset / rake44.4 mm

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