VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Mongoose Alta

Velopedia Archive ID 64798

Overview

Model year1997
BrandMongoose
ModelAlta
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID64798
Original MSRP$429.00
ColorsBrushed, green
Sizes13", 15.5", 17.5", 19.5", 22"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialMongoose C(a)2
ForkMongoose
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Alivio
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400i
Front derailleurShimano Alivio top-swing, top-pull
Rear derailleurShimano Alivio
CranksetShimano AceraX, 22/32/42 teeth
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC SS-71S, 1/2 X 3/32"
PedalsResin

Brakes

BrakesShimano AceraX M-System brakes, Mongoose 3-finger levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" Mongoose sealed
HandlebarAluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemMongoose Comfort Rise
SaddleMongoose Comfort
SeatpostMongoose alloy micro-adjust, 30.6 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Mongoose Vector Pull, Rear: Shimano AceraX
RimsAraya GP-710, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Mongoose Dual Sport
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube570 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center420 mm
Wheelbase1054 mm
Fork offset / rake38 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 26, 2026.