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| Model year | 1997 |
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| Brand | Dirt Research |
| Model | Bandelier (01) |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 66177 |
| Original MSRP | $880.00 |
| Colors | Metallic black, slate blue |
| Sizes | 14", 16", 18", 20", 22", 24" |
| Weight | 27.2 lb |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
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| Frame material | Columbus DR |
| Fork | Ballistic XL800A-Pro |
| Fork material | Carbon fiber composite/aluminum, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano STX-RC |
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| Shifters | Shimano STX-RC RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano STX-RC top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano STX-RC |
| Crankset | Shimano STX-RC, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 73mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Dirt Research aluminum |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore LX levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Tioga AL2 |
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| Handlebar | Dirt Research 140g aluminum |
| Handlebar extensions | Dirt Research |
| Stem | Dirt Research |
| Saddle | Dirt Research Racing |
| Seatpost | Dirt Research, 27.0 mm diameter |
| Hubs | Shimano STX-RC |
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| Rims | Sun Rims CR17A, 32-hole |
| Spokes | DT stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 569 mm |
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| Head-tube angle | 72° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73.3° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 424.2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1056.6 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 38.1 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 24, 2026.