VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Iron Horse ARS680

Velopedia Archive ID 63999

Overview

Model year1997
BrandIron Horse
ModelARS680
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID63999
Original MSRP$799.00
ColorsPolished, satin steel blue
Sizes16.5", 18", 19.5", 21"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum, double-butted, w/replaceable derailleur hange
ForkAnswer Manitou Pro
Fork materialAluminum, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX-RC/STX
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400i
Front derailleurShimano STX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX-RC
CranksetShimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsAluminum cage w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano Alivio A-brake brakes, Shimano Alivio levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Aheadset
HandlebarAluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemTahoma Sonne IV
SaddleIron Horse Racing
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Formula OV 31 Q/R, Rear: Shimano STX-RC
RimsWTB SpeedMaster, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube584.2 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center431.8 mm
Wheelbase1066.8 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 September 14, 2026.