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1999 Litespeed Natchez (03)

Velopedia Archive ID 82557

Overview

Model year1999
BrandLitespeed
ModelNatchez (03)
Bicycle typeRoad/sport
Archive ID82557
Original MSRP$2,500.00
ColorsBrushed
Sizes49cm, 51cm, 53cm, 55cm, 57cm, 59cm, 61cm
Weight19.5 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material3Al/2.5V titanium
ForkLook LDS
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Ultegra
ShiftersShimano Ultegra STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano Ultegra, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano Ultegra SS
CranksetShimano Ultegra, 39/53 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-6500, 109.5mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, Buyer's choice of gearing
ChainShimano CN-HG92, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano Ultegra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano Ultegra STI levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Shimano Ultegra
HandlebarTTT Forma
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemTTT Synthesis
SaddleSelle Italia Flite, titanium rails
SeatpostAmerican Classic, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Ultegra
RimsMavic Open Pro, 32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 1.8mm double-butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire700 x 23c IRC PaperLite Plus kevlar
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube565 mm
Head-tube angle73°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center411 mm
Wheelbase993 mm
Fork offset / rake43 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 30, 2026.