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1997 Raleigh C30

Velopedia Archive ID 64178

Overview

Model year1997
BrandRaleigh
ModelC30
Bicycle typeCity/commuter
Archive ID64178
Original MSRP$249.99
ColorsElectric blackened purple, moss green/black
Sizes15", 17", 19", 21", 23", womens 16", womens 19"
Weight29.75 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly seat tube/hi-tensile steel
ForkRaleigh
Fork materialHi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano AceraX
ShiftersGrip Shift MRX-170
Front derailleurShimano AceraX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano AceraX
CranksetTracer MA-4i, 22/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketVictor VPB-33, 116 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 14 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-UG50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsResin

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus brakes, aluminum levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" steel
HandlebarSteel
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemSteel
SaddleSella Stratos HyperPlush
SeatpostSteel micro-adjust, 26.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsAluminum quick release
RimsWeinmann 519, 36-hole
SpokesSteel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 38c multi-terrain
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube571.5 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center431.8 mm
Wheelbase1041.4 mm
Fork offset / rake40.6 mm

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