VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Powerlite Pro Freestyle

Velopedia Archive ID 51669

Overview

Model year1996
BrandPowerlite
ModelPro Freestyle
Bicycle typeFreestyle/jumping
Archive ID51669
Original MSRP$479.99
ColorsChrome-plated, matte black, matte deep burgandy
SizesBoys

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialChromoly/hi-tensile steel
ForkPowerlite Freestyle
Fork material4130 chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupN/A
ShiftersN/A
Front derailleurN/A
Rear derailleurN/A
CranksetGT Power Series 1-piece chromoly, 43 teeth
Bottom bracketSteel
BB shell width68mm Threadless
Rear cogs1-speed, 16 teeth
ChainKMC 410, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsGT alloy platforms

Brakes

BrakesDia-Compe 990 U-brake/ACS 860 front brakes, Dia-Compe Tech 77 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Tioga Bear Trap
HandlebarPowerlite freestyle
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemPowerlite freestyle
SaddlePowerlite freestyle
SeatpostGT chromoly micro-adjust, 22.2 mm (7/8 inch) diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsWeinmann 2525, 48-hole
SpokesSteel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire20 X 2.10" GT LP-III
Wheel size20" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube514.4 mm
Head-tube angle74.5°
Seat-tube angle68°
Chainstay / rear center374.6 mm
Wheelbase927.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 25, 2026.