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1996 Mongoose IBOC Zero-G SX

Velopedia Archive ID 54953

Overview

Model year1996
BrandMongoose
ModelIBOC Zero-G SX
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID54953
Original MSRP$1,089.00
ColorsBlack, satin
Sizes15", 16.5", 18", 19.5", 21.5"
Weight26.8 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded steel
Frame materialChromoly, double-butted
ForkRock Shox Judy XC
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore LX
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-600
Front derailleurShimano Deore LX top-swing, top-pull
Rear derailleurShimano Deore LX SGS
CranksetSugino Impel 350, 22/32/44 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"
PedalsMongoose alloy w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano STX-RC M-System brakes, Mongoose 2-finger alloy levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2
HandlebarIBOC Pro Series alloy
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemIBOC Pro Series alloy
SaddleVetta TT Tri-Shock
SeatpostIBOC Comp Series alloy, 27.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsMavic 238, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 1.95" Tioga Psycho K, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Tioga Psycho TT
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube575 mm
Head-tube angle72°
Seat-tube angle73.5°
Chainstay / rear center425 mm
Wheelbase1052 mm
Fork offset / rake40.6 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 27, 2026.