VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Dean Castanza

Velopedia Archive ID 56565

Overview

Model year1996
BrandDean
ModelCastanza
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID56565
Original MSRP$2,600.00
ColorsSatin
Sizes50 cm, 52 cm, 54 cm, 58 cm, 60 cm, custom
Weight18.5 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded titanium
Frame material3Al/2.5V titanium, tapered
ForkKestrel EMS
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite, aero crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano 600 Ultegra
ShiftersShimano 600 Ultegra STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano 600 Ultegra, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano 600 Ultegra
CranksetShimano 600 Ultegra, 42/53 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN91, 107 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
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
HandlebarDean aluminum
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemDean alloy
SaddleSelle San Marco Strada, titanium rails
SeatpostDean aluminum, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsMavic Reflex CD, 32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 1.8mm double butted
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 23c Michelin Hi Lite Comp
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube565 mm
Head-tube angle73°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center410 mm
Fork offset / rake43 mm

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