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1996 Performance M-306

Velopedia Archive ID 56292

Overview

Model year1996
BrandPerformance
ModelM-306
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID56292
Original MSRP$779.00
ColorsBlack
Sizes15", 17", 19", 21"
Weight26 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionWelded aluminum
Frame material7005 aluminum
ForkRock Shox Quadra 5
Fork materialMagnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX-RC
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400
Front derailleurShimano STX-RC, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX-RC
CranksetSugino Impel 350, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainSachs SC40, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsFasten NWL-85 FB w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano STX-RC M-System brakes, Tioga BL-1000 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless YST 541AE
HandlebarAvitar aluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemHsin Lung alloy
SaddleSelle San Marco Tecno Dynamica
SeatpostKalloy SP-248, 27.6 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsMavic 238, 32-hole
SpokesShunh Lin stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 1.95" Ritchey Z-Max SC WCS, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Ritchey Climb Max kevlar
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube548 mm
Head-tube angle71.5°
Seat-tube angle72.5°
Chainstay / rear center425 mm
Wheelbase1030 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 28, 2026.