Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1993 Schwinn Paramount Series R50

Velopedia Archive ID 41637

Overview

Model year	1993
Brand	Schwinn
Model	Paramount Series R50
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID	41637
Original MSRP	$895.00
Sizes	17, 19, 21

Frameset

Frame construction	Lugged steel
Frame material	Tange Prestige
Fork	PDG chrome-moly

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano Deore DX Rapidfire Plus
Shifters	Shimano Deore DX Rapidfire Plus
Front derailleur	Shimano Deore DX
Rear derailleur	Shimano Deore DX
Crankset	Shimano Deore DX, 26/36/46 teeth
Rear cogs	7-speed, 12 - 28 teeth
Chain	Shimano CN-HG70
Pedals	SR "Low Fat" w/PDG Clips and Straps

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano Deore DX brakes, levers

Cockpit & contact points

Handlebar	Ritchey Force
Stem	PDG, Titanium Finish
Saddle	PDG, Emerald Skin
Seatpost	Kalloy, Titanium Finish

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano Deore DX
Rims	Sun Metal CR-16, 32-hole
Front tire	Front: Panaracer Dart, Rear: Panaracer Smoke

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	574 mm
Head-tube angle	71.5°
Seat-tube angle	73°
Chainstay / rear center	424.2 mm
Wheelbase	1046.5 mm
Fork offset / rake	38.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 3, 2026.