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2003 Haro Escape 8.1

Velopedia Archive ID 38544

Overview

Model year2003
BrandHaro
ModelEscape 8.1
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID38544
Original MSRP$620.00
ColorsAnodized Blue, Satin Silver/Matte Red
Sizes13.5", 15.5", 17.5", 19.5"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum
ForkAnswer Manitou Six Sport, 100mm travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Alivio RapidFire Plus
Front derailleurShimano Alivio
Rear derailleurShimano Deore SGS
CranksetTruVativ 5D, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketTruVativ ISIS spline
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNylon body, steel cage w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesQuad QMD-4 Mechanical Disc brakes, ProMax linear-pull levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless WTB Inner Peace ST
HandlebarAluminum, 1.5" rise
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemAluminum Ahead type
SaddleTitec Ithys Amore
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 30.9mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFormula disc
RimsAlex DM-18, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.35" Maxxis
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube584.2 mm
Head-tube angle70.5°
Seat-tube angle72°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm
Wheelbase1099.8 mm
Fork offset / rake38.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 2, 2026.