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1996 Outback Stormin' Norman (01)

Velopedia Archive ID 54645

Overview

Model year1996
BrandOutback
ModelStormin' Norman (01)
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID54645
Original MSRP$3,143.00
ColorsPolished
SizesCustom, large, medium, small, xlarge
Weight23 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel/welded aluminum
Frame materialEaston ProGram Elite double-butted
ForkAnswer Manitou Mach 5 SX
Fork materialAluminum, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupUncle Sam All-American
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-800 X-Ray
Front derailleurPaul Components, top-pull
Rear derailleurPaul Components Powerglide
CranksetWhite Industries
Bottom bracketWhite Industries Phantom Ti
BB shell width73mm English
Rear cogsBuyer's choice teeth
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesPaul Components brakes, Paul Love Levers levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Ritchey Fuzzy Logic
HandlebarOutback Thermoplastic
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemA-Tac
SaddleRitchey Vector
SeatpostOutback Thermoplastic, 27.4 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsFront: Ritchey Rock 395, Rear: Ritchey Rock 415, 32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 1.8mm double butted
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" Ritchey Mega-Bite Z-Max kevlar
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube579.1 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle72.5°
Chainstay / rear center421.6 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 September 29, 2026.