Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 61943
| Model year | 1997 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Dirt Research |
| Model | Hot Springs (02) |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, non-suspension |
| Archive ID | 61943 |
| Original MSRP | $489.00 |
| Colors | Light titanium, sea green |
| Sizes | 14", 16", 18", 20", 22", 24" |
| Weight | 26.1 lb |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame material | Tange chromoly, double-butted |
| Fork | Dirt Research |
| Fork material | Tange chromoly, butted, unicrown crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano Alivio |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Shimano STXAlivio MC-37 RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Alivio top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Alivio |
| Crankset | Shimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 73mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 11 - 30 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Dirt Research aluminum |
| Brakes | Shimano Alivio M-System brakes, Shimano Alivio levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Tioga ST2-E |
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| Handlebar | Dirt Research 140g aluminum |
| Handlebar extensions | Dirt Research |
| Stem | Dirt Research |
| Saddle | Dirt Research Racing |
| Seatpost | Dirt Research, 26.8 mm diameter |
| Hubs | Shimano Alivio |
|---|---|
| Rims | Sun Rims DW 6000, 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 |
|---|---|
| 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.