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1996 Otis Guy Smoothie Ultegra Ti

Velopedia Archive ID 52380

Overview

Model year1996
BrandOtis Guy
ModelSmoothie Ultegra Ti
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID52380
Original MSRP$4,226.00
ColorsBrushed
Sizes51 cm, 53 cm, 55 cm, 56.5 cm, 58 cm, 60.5 cm, 63 cm

Frameset

Frame constructionPulse welded
Frame materialAncotech 3Al/2.5V titanium, butted
ForkBuyer's choice
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite, unicrown crown
Rear shockSoftride Suspension Beam, 4.5" travel

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano 600 Ultegra
ShiftersShimano 600 Ultegra STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano 600 Ultegra, bottom-pull/braze-on
Rear derailleurShimano 600 Ultegra
CranksetShimano 600 Ultegra, 39/53 teeth
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 12 - 23 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG91, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano 600 Ultegra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano 600 Ultegra levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Shimano 600 Ultegra
HandlebarTTT Forma SL
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemTTT Synthesis
SaddleSelle San Marco Strada, titanium rails
SeatpostSoftride Suspension Beam

Wheels & tires

RimsMavic Reflex CD, 32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tireFront: 700 x 20c Michelin Super Comp, Rear: 700 x 23c Michelin Super Comp
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube565 mm
Head-tube angle73.5°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center400 mm
Wheelbase980 mm
Fork offset / rake43 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 21, 2026.