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1999 Slingshot Cyclo-cross

Velopedia Archive ID 87080

Overview

Model year1999
BrandSlingshot
ModelCyclo-cross
Bicycle typeFolding
Archive ID87080
Original MSRP$1,995.00
ColorsBlack, Red, Yellow
Sizes51cm, 53cm, 55cm, 57cm, 59cm, 61cm
Weight22.5 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialTrue Temper chromoly
ForkTange
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockCustom mid-frame suspension, 1.0" travel

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Ultegra
ShiftersShimano Ultegra STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano Ultegra, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano Ultegra SS
CranksetShimano Ultegra
Bottom bracketShimano BB-6500, 109.5mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, Buyer's choice of gearing
ChainShimano CN-HG92, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesShimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Shimano Ultegra levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" threadless Aheadset Kontak AC
HandlebarTTT Forma
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemSalsa chromoly
SaddleSDG 2000, kevlar, titanium rails
SeatpostThomson Elite, 28.6mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Ultegra
RimsMavic Open Pro, 32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 2.0mm double-butted
Spoke nipplesAlloy nipples
Front tire700 x 35c Ritchey Alfa Bite Trail Mix
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube570 mm
Head-tube angle72.5°
Seat-tube angle73.5°
Chainstay / rear center420 mm
Wheelbase1050 mm
Fork offset / rake50 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 8, 2026.