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1996 Outback Stormin' Norman (02)

Velopedia Archive ID 55766

Overview

Model year1996
BrandOutback
ModelStormin' Norman (02)
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID55766
Original MSRP$2,210.00
ColorsCustom, silver to blue
SizesCustom, large, medium, small, xlarge
Weight24 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

ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-600
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore LX GS
CranksetRitchey Logic
Bottom bracketRitchey Logic Comp
BB shell width73mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, Buyer's choice of gearing
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesRitchey Logic brakes, Ritchey Logic levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Ritchey Fuzzy Logic
HandlebarRitchey ForceLite
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemRitchey WCS
SaddleRitchey Vector
SeatpostRitchey Pro WCS, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsFront: Ritchey Rock 395, Rear: Ritchey Rock 415, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, straight gauge
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.