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1996 Croll Mountain 853 (04)

Velopedia Archive ID 51540

Overview

Model year1996
BrandCroll
ModelMountain 853 (04)
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID51540
Original MSRP$2,535.00
ColorsCobalt blue, kandy apple red, kandy tangerine, organic green, oriental blue
Sizes15", 17", 19", 21", custom

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialReynolds 853
ForkRock Shox Judy XC
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore XT
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-600
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT SS
CranksetShimano Deore XT, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN72, 113 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG90, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Dia-Compe PC-11 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset DL-2
HandlebarControl Tech aluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemControl Tech
SaddleVetta TT Tri-Shock, manganese rails
SeatpostControl Tech Control Post, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsCampagnolo Mirox, 32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire26 x 2.00" Ritchey Hard Drive
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube570 mm
Head-tube angle72°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center425 mm
Fork offset / rake40.6 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 21, 2026.