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1994 Schwinn Paramount RS-80

Velopedia Archive ID 15424

Overview

Model year1994
BrandSchwinn
ModelParamount RS-80
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID15424
Original MSRP$1,800.00
Sizes17", 19", 21"

Frameset

Frame constructionLugged steel
Frame materialTange Prestige chromoly
ForkRock Shox Mag 21

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore XT
ShiftersShimano Deore XT Rapidfire Plus w/Optical Gear Display
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT Compact Drive
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT Compact Drive
CranksetShimano Deore XT Compact Drive, 22/32/42 teeth
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainSedis Silent 8-speed SL
PedalsShimano PD-M525 SPD (clipless)

Brakes

BrakesShimano Deore XT M-System cantilevers brakes, levers

Cockpit & contact points

HandlebarRitchey Comp Lite alloy
StemSchwinn "427" alloy adjustable
SaddleSelle San Marco Concor Lite
SeatpostControl Tech Control Post

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Deore XT
RimsSun Metal CR-16, 36-hole
Front tireRitchey Z-Max SC WCS

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube579.9 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center424.9 mm
Wheelbase1046.5 mm
Fork offset / rake38 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 2, 2026.