VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Ross Super Gran Tour

Velopedia Archive ID 62830

Overview

Model year1997
BrandRoss
ModelSuper Gran Tour
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID62830
Original MSRP$349.95
ColorsPurple
Sizes49 cm, 53 cm, 56 cm, 60 cm

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialChromoly main triangle/hi-tensile steel rear stays
ForkRoss
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano 300EX
ShiftersShimano 300EX down-tube
Front derailleurShimano 300EX, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano 300EX
CranksetShimano 300EX, 42/52 teeth
Bottom bracketYST, 118 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 23 teeth
ChainKMC UG-50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsAluminum cage w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano 300EX brakes, Shimano 300EX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" YST
HandlebarAluminum drop style
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemKalloy aluminum
SaddleSignature Gelite Racing
SeatpostPillar, steel, 26.4 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano 300EX
RimsWeinmann aluminum, 36-hole
SpokesRichman stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 23c Ross HP
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube560 mm
Head-tube angle74°
Seat-tube angle74°
Chainstay / rear center420 mm
Wheelbase1020 mm
Fork offset / rake40 mm

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