VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Nishiki Blazer

Velopedia Archive ID 56824

Overview

Model year1996
BrandNishiki
ModelBlazer
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID56824
Original MSRP$269.99
ColorsCopper Coal Doppler, Double Time Blues Doppler
Sizes14.5", 16.5", 18", 20", 22", womens 16", womens 19"
Weight30 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialChromoly seat tube/hi-tensile steel
ForkNishiki
Fork materialHi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Altus C90
ShiftersShimano Altus EZ Fire
Front derailleurShimano Altus top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Altus
CranksetTracer, 24/32/38 teeth
Bottom bracketVictor VPBC-50P, 116 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-943

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus brakes, Shimano Altus levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Victor VP-H67
HandlebarLive Chin LCH-685S
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemLive Chin LCS-739N
SaddleSella Stratos HyperSoft
SeatpostHsin Lung SP-200, 26.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsWeinmann 519, 36-hole
SpokesChung Nan stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.00" Duro
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube566.4 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center426.7 mm
Wheelbase1043.9 mm
Fork offset / rake44.5 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 22, 2026.