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1997 Independent Fabrication Crown Jewel (04)

Velopedia Archive ID 63266

Overview

Model year1997
BrandIndependent Fabrication
ModelCrown Jewel (04)
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID63266
Original MSRP$2,355.00
ColorsBlue/blue fade, brown/brown fade, golden yellow, metallic black, metallic p
Sizes48 cm, 50 cm, 52 cm, 54 cm, 55 cm, 56 cm, 57 cm, 58 cm, 60 cm, 62 cm

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialReynolds 853
ForkSteelman
Fork materialDedacciai 18MCDV6, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano 105SC
ShiftersShimano 105SC STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano 105SC, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano 105SC GS
CranksetShimano 105SC
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN52
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, Buyer's choice of gearing
ChainShimano CN-HG70, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano 105SC Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano 105SC levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Shimano 105SC
HandlebarTTT Forma
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemTTT Synthesis
SaddleSelle San Marco Strada, titanium rails
SeatpostAmerican Classic Hot Rod, 26.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano 105SC
RimsMavic Reflex SUP CD, 32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire700 x 23c Michelin Hi-Lite Super Comp
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube570 mm
Head-tube angle73°
Seat-tube angle72.5°
Chainstay / rear center415 mm
Wheelbase1000 mm
Fork offset / rake45 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on August 24, 2026.