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1999 Schwinn Homegrown Elite

Velopedia Archive ID 87049

Overview

Model year1999
BrandSchwinn
ModelHomegrown Elite
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID87049
Original MSRP$1,599.00
ColorsBass Boat Green
Sizes15", 17", 19", 21"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material6061 T6 aluminum, butted
ForkRock Shox Judy SL, 3.15" travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore LX RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT
Rear derailleurShimano XTR
CranksetShimano Deore LX, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano Deore LX
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG72, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsTime ATAC

Brakes

BrakesShimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Avid SD-1.9 L levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Tioga DX
HandlebarTitec Enduro Hell Bent XC
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemTitec Big AL
SaddleFi'zi:k Nisene, chromoly rails
SeatpostTitec AL-235

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Deore LX
RimsMavic X222, 32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 1.8mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire26 x 1.95" Michelin Wild Gripper kevlar
Wheel size26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 5, 2026.