VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1998 Sampson Classico SVDA

Velopedia Archive ID 76379

Overview

Model year1998
BrandSampson
ModelClassico SVDA
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID76379
Original MSRP$2,249.00
ColorsYellow
Sizes50 cm, 52 cm, 54 cm, 56 cm, 58 cm, 60 cm, 62 cm
Weight18.8 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialReynolds 853, chromoly
ForkKinesis
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Dura-Ace
ShiftersShimano Dura-Ace STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano Dura-Ace, braze-on
Rear derailleurShimano Dura-Ace
CranksetShimano Dura-Ace, 39/53 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-7700, 112.5mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 12 - 26 teeth
ChainShimano CN-7700, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano Dura-Ace Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano Dura-Ace levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Shimano Dura-Ace
HandlebarTTT Forma
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemTTT Status
SaddleSelle Italia Flite, titanium rails
SeatpostAmerican Classic, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Dura-Ace
RimsMavic Open SUP, 32-hole
SpokesWheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm double-butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tireHutchinson Krono

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube555 mm
Head-tube angle73.5°
Seat-tube angle74°
Chainstay / rear center405 mm
Fork offset / rake43 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 19, 2026.