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1996 Rans Tailwind

Velopedia Archive ID 57291

Overview

Model year1996
BrandRans
ModelTailwind
Bicycle typeRecumbent
Archive ID57291
Original MSRP$985.00
ColorsCool blue, hot red
Sizes36"
Weight29 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionMIG/TIG-welded steel
Frame material4130 chromoly
ForkRans
Fork material4130 chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400
Front derailleurShimano Tourney TY-25, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX
CranksetSuntour XC-Comp, 36/46/58 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-CS11, 122 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainKMC SS-90, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsSR/Suntour Low-Fat Sport

Brakes

BrakesDia-Compe Bulldog/Shimano Deore LX M-system

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" YST steel
HandlebarRans D-Bar
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemSR alloy
SaddleRecumbant mesh seat
SeatpostN/A

Wheels & tires

RimsWeinmann alloy, 36-hole
SpokesUnion stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 20 x 1.50" Specialized Nimbus III, Rear: 26 x 1.50" Specialized Nimbus III
Wheel sizeFront: 20", Rear: 26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 28, 2026.