Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 71477
| Model year | 1998 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Softride |
| Model | Firestorm |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front & rear suspension |
| Archive ID | 71477 |
| Original MSRP | $1,749.95 |
| Colors | Red |
| Sizes | 16", 18", 20" |
| Weight | 27 lb |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame material | 6061 T6 aluminum |
| Fork | AMP Research F3 XC |
| Fork material | Aluminum, linkage crown |
| Rear shock | Softride Suspension Beam |
| Component group | Shimano Deore LX |
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| Shifters | Shimano STX-RC RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano STX-RC top-swing, bottom-pull/bottom bracket mount |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore LX GS |
| Crankset | Shimano STX-RC, 22/32/44 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 107mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 73mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth |
| Chain | KMC SS-91S, 1/2 X 3/32" |
| Pedals | Aluminum cage w/clips & straps |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Shimano STX-RC levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless FSA Orbit |
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| Handlebar | Kalloy |
| Handlebar extensions | Aluminum |
| Stem | Kalloy aluminum |
| Saddle | WTB SSTX, chromoly rails |
| Seatpost | Kalloy Uno, 27.2mm diameter |
| Hubs | Front: Shimano STX suspension, Rear: Shimano Deore LX |
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| Rims | Sun Rims CR17A, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Chung Nan stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 1.95" WTB Primal Raptor |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 563 mm |
|---|---|
| Head-tube angle | 71.5° |
| Seat-tube angle | 72.5° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 305 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1034 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 5, 2026.