VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1998 Iron Horse Expedition

Velopedia Archive ID 77994

Overview

Model year1998
BrandIron Horse
ModelExpedition
Bicycle typeHybrid
Archive ID77994
Original MSRP$349.95
ColorsCream/Rust
Sizes17", 19", 21", 23"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material6061 T6 aluminum
ForkIron Horse
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupHybrid Mix
ShiftersShimano STX RapidFire SL
Front derailleurSuntour FD-TP16, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
CranksetShimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketChin Haur CH-46, 112mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC Z-51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsVictor VP-933S w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesVanguard linear-pull brakes, Vanguard aluminum levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" YST CS558
HandlebarTahoma aluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemTahoma Sonne IV
SaddleIron Horse gel
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 30.8mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Joy Tech aluminum, Q/R, Rear: Shimano Alivio
RimsSun Rims Z-19, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 40c Kenda K-847
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube546.1 mm
Head-tube angle70°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center439.4 mm
Wheelbase1043.9 mm

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