Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Python Anaconda

Velopedia Archive ID 69984

Overview

Model year	1997
Brand	Python
Model	Anaconda
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID	69984
Original MSRP	$219.95
Colors	Green
Sizes	16", 18", 20", 22"

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Chromoly seat tube/hi-tensile steel
Fork	Python
Fork material	Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano Tourney TY-20
Shifters	Grip Shift Quickshift
Front derailleur	Shimano Tourney TY-25, bottom-pull
Rear derailleur	Shimano Tourney TY-20
Crankset	Prowheel S-345, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom bracket	Chin Haur CH-32, 116 mm spindle
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	6-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
Chain	KMC HP-20, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	CW resin

Brakes

Brakes	Aluminum cantilever brakes, resin levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1" Tien Hsin
Handlebar	Python steel
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Python steel
Saddle	Python
Seatpost	Python steel, 26.4 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: Sovos sealed mechanism, Q/R, Rear: Sovos cassette Q/R
Rims	Python aluminum, 32-hole
Spokes	Steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	26 x 1.95" Duro HF-822
Wheel size	26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	546.1 mm
Head-tube angle	71°
Seat-tube angle	73°
Chainstay / rear center	431.8 mm
Wheelbase	1035 mm

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