VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Rhygin Spike

Velopedia Archive ID 68951

Overview

Model year1997
BrandRhygin
ModelSpike
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID68951
Original MSRP$3,380.00
ColorsPolished, satin
SizesCustom, large, medium, small, xlarge, xsmall
Weight20.6 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialColumbus Metax
ForkRhygin Peg Leg
Fork material4130 chromoly/aluminum, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano XTR
ShiftersShimano XTR RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano XTR top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano XTR GS
CranksetSweet Wings
Bottom bracketSweet (integral to crankarms)
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, Buyer's choice of gearing
ChainSachs SC-M90, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesAvid Tri-Align II brakes, Avid Ultimate levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Chris King NoThreadSet
HandlebarAnswer Hyperlite
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemSyncros Cattlehead
SaddleBuyer's choice
SeatpostThomson one-piece, 26.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsMavic Crossmax
RimsMavic Crossmax, 26-hole/28-hole
SpokesBlack-Physique stainless steel, 2.0mm straight pull/double butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tireBuyer's choice
Wheel sizeBuyer's choice wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube579.1 mm
Head-tube angle72°
Seat-tube angle72.5°
Chainstay / rear center419.1 mm
Wheelbase1022.3 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 27, 2026.