VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1998 Sampson Trihiti Tri

Velopedia Archive ID 72766

Overview

Model year1998
BrandSampson
ModelTrihiti Tri
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID72766
Original MSRP$2,299.00
ColorsSatin
Sizes50 cm, 52 cm, 54 cm, 56 cm, 58 cm
Weight20.7 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialSampson tapered titanium
ForkLook LDS
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano 600 Ultegra
ShiftersShimano 600 Ultegra down-tube
Front derailleurShimano 600 Ultegra, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano 600 Ultegra
CranksetSampson Stratics CF, 42/55 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-6500, 109.5mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, Buyer's choice of gearing
ChainShimano CN-7700, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano 600 Ultegra Dual Pivot brakes, Dia-Compe 188 TRI levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Stronglight
HandlebarSyntace Stratos
Handlebar extensionsSyntace SL aero
StemTTT Synthesis
SaddleSelle Bassano Vuelta, chromoly rails
SeatpostAmerican Classic, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsSpinergy rev-X
RimsSpinergy rev-X
SpokesCarbon fiber, molded
Spoke nipplesBuyer's choice
Front tire650 x 23c Hutchinson Krono
Wheel size650c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube550 mm
Head-tube angle72°
Seat-tube angle76.5°
Chainstay / rear center390 mm
Fork offset / rake54 mm

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