VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1999 Iron Horse ARS 2.0

Velopedia Archive ID 83880

Overview

Model year1999
BrandIron Horse
ModelARS 2.0
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID83880
Original MSRP$439.95
ColorsBlood Red, Gold Dijon, Polished
Sizes15", 16.5", 18", 19.5", 21"
Weight26 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material6061-T6 aluminum w/replaceable derailleur hanger
ForkRock Shox Jett C, 1.8" travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Alivio RapidFire SL
Front derailleurSunRace, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
CranksetSR XR32, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketChin Haur CH-46, 110mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainKMC Z-72, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsVictor VP-933S

Brakes

BrakesChang Star linear-pull brakes, Chang Star aluminum levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Aheadset STS
HandlebarHL aluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemTahoma Sonne IV
SaddleIron Horse
SeatpostTahoma aluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Joy Tech OS aluminum, Q/R, Rear: Shimano Alivio
RimsSun Rims Z-19, 36-hole
SpokesShuhn Lih stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 1.95" Cheng Shin C-1208, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Cheng Shin C-1212
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube579.1 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 1, 2026.