VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Haro Escape A3

Velopedia Archive ID 66484

Overview

Model year1997
BrandHaro
ModelEscape A3
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID66484
Original MSRP$1,520.00
ColorsPolished
Sizes15.5", 17.5", 19.5"
Weight25 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialEaston Elan 3
ForkRock Shox Judy XC
Fork materialMagnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore XT/LX
ShiftersShimano Deore XT RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetShimano Deore LX, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN52, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsRitchey Logic (clipless)

Brakes

BrakesShimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore LX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Ritchey Logic
HandlebarRitchey ForceLite
Handlebar extensionsHaro aluminum
StemKore Lite III
SaddleWTB SST, hollow chromoly rails
SeatpostKore Lite II, 26.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Shimano Deore LX suspension, Rear: Shimano Deore LX
RimsMavic 238, 32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.10" Ritchey Mega-Bite Z-Max SC, Rear: 26 x 2.10" Ritchey Omega Bite
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube571.5 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm
Wheelbase1061.7 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 September 13, 2026.