Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1994 Softride Contour

Velopedia Archive ID 15446

Overview

Model year	1994
Brand	Softride
Model	Contour
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID	15446
Original MSRP	$799.00
Sizes	15", 17", 19", 21"
Weight	27 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded steel
Frame material	Tange Prestige chromoly
Fork	Tange chromoly

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano STX / GripShift
Shifters	Grip Shift SRT-300i
Front derailleur	Shimano STX Sport
Rear derailleur	Shimano Deore LX
Crankset	Shimano, 22/32/42 teeth
Rear cogs	7-speed, 14 - 36 teeth
Chain	Kmc
Pedals	Tioga Surefoot

Brakes

Brakes	Dia-Compe SS5 brakes, levers

Cockpit & contact points

Handlebar	Alloy
Stem	Zoom Sport
Saddle	Velo VL-186

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano STX
Rims	Ukai
Front tire	Ritchey Megabite

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	580.1 mm
Head-tube angle	72°
Seat-tube angle	73°
Chainstay / rear center	424.9 mm
Wheelbase	1047 mm

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