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1996 Norco Tango

Velopedia Archive ID 58226

Overview

Model year1996
BrandNorco
ModelTango
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID58226
Original MSRP$749.00
ColorsBurgundy
Sizes15", 17", 18.5", 20", 22"
Weight25.1 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialTange MTB chromoly, double-butted
ForkTange
Fork materialTange chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-600
Front derailleurShimano STX, top-pull
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetSR CW-CM35, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN51, 113 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainSachs SC40, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsVictor VP-956A w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesTektro 870 brakes, Tektro 369A levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless sealed mechanism
HandlebarAxiom 170
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemAxiom 6061
SaddleVetta TT Tri-Shock, chromoly rails
SeatpostAxiom alloy, 27.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsSun Metal CR18, 32-hole
SpokesDT Competition stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.00" Panaracer Dart, Rear: 26 x 2.00" Panaracer Smoke
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube565.1 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center425.4 mm
Wheelbase1066.8 mm
Fork offset / rake38.1 mm

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