Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 65001
| Model year | 1997 |
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| Brand | Litespeed |
| Model | Hiwassee (03) |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 65001 |
| Original MSRP | $1,695.00 |
| Colors | Satin |
| Sizes | 14", 16.5", 18", 19.5" |
| Weight | 23 lb |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
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| Frame material | 3Al/2.5V titanium w/6Al/4V titanium |
| Fork | Rock Shox Indy C |
| Fork material | Magnesium, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano STX-RC |
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| Shifters | Grip Shift SRT-600 |
| Front derailleur | Shimano STX-RC top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano STX-RC |
| Crankset | Shimano STX-RC, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN52, 110 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Shimano Deore LX levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset DL-2 |
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| Handlebar | Litespeed aluminum |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Kalloy Uno |
| Saddle | Avocet O2 40R, chromoly rails |
| Seatpost | Kalloy Uno, 27.2 mm diameter |
| Hubs | Front: Shimano STX-RC suspension, Rear: Shimano STX-RC |
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| Rims | Syncros XLT, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Wheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.10" IRC Mythos XC |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 577.9 mm |
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| Head-tube angle | 71.5° |
| Seat-tube angle | 72.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 429.3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1043.9 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 40.6 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 30, 2026.