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1997 Roland Foothills

Velopedia Archive ID 61049

Overview

Model year1997
BrandRoland
ModelFoothills
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID61049
Original MSRP$299.00
ColorsSpanish Moss
Sizes16", 18", 20", 22"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
ForkRoland
Fork materialChromoly, 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 Alivio
CranksetShimano AceraX, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsResin

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus brakes, Roland levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Roland
HandlebarRoland
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemRoland Competition
SaddleMTB
SeatpostRoland micro-adjust

Wheels & tires

HubsRoland
RimsAraya VP-20, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Roland
Wheel size26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 23, 2026.