Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Norco Mountaineer

Velopedia Archive ID 53371

Overview

Model year	1996
Brand	Norco
Model	Mountaineer
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID	53371
Original MSRP	$274.00
Colors	Dark blue, red
Sizes	15", 16", 18", 20", 22"

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded steel
Frame material	Hi-tensile steel
Fork	Norco
Fork material	Chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano Tourney TY-22
Shifters	Grip Shift Quickshift
Front derailleur	Shimano Tourney TY-22, top-pull
Rear derailleur	Shimano Tourney TY-22
Crankset	CPI AL-300, 28/38/46 teeth
Bottom bracket	Yst
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	6-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
Chain	KMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Victor VP-893N

Brakes

Brakes	Chang Star 876S brakes, Chang Star 269 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1"
Handlebar	Hsin Lung MTB 110
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Hsin Lung MTS 304-00-1
Saddle	Padded
Seatpost	Steel, 25.4 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Rims	Rigida AS-26, 36-hole
Spokes	Steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	26 x 1.95"
Wheel size	26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	539.8 mm
Head-tube angle	70.5°
Seat-tube angle	73°
Chainstay / rear center	431.8 mm
Wheelbase	1066.8 mm
Fork offset / rake	38.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 3, 2026.