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1997 Ibis Spanky

Velopedia Archive ID 61201

Overview

Model year1997
BrandIbis
ModelSpanky
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID61201
Original MSRP$1,995.00
ColorsBlack, dark blue, Gang green, Ibis racing green, metallic copper, not Judy Yellow, red, sage, Team orange
Sizes48 cm, 51 cm, 52.5 cm, 54 cm, 55.5 cm, 57 cm, 58.5 cm, 60 cm
Weight20.4 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialIbis Moron steel tubing
ForkIbis
Fork material4130 chromoly, sloping crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano 600 Ultegra
ShiftersShimano 600 Ultegra STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano 600 Ultegra, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano 600 Ultegra
CranksetShimano 600 Ultegra, 39/53 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN72, 103 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 12 - 23 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG90, 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
HandlebarTTT Forma
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemTTT Synthesis
SaddleSelle San Marco Strada, titanium rails
SeatpostAmerican Classic Hot Rod, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano 600 Ultegra
RimsMavic Reflex SUP, 32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire700 x 23c Continental Super Sport
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube565 mm
Head-tube angle73.5°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center410 mm
Wheelbase990 mm
Fork offset / rake42 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on August 25, 2026.