Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 72098
| Model year | 1998 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Softride |
| Model | Norwester |
| Bicycle type | Touring |
| Archive ID | 72098 |
| Original MSRP | $999.99 |
| Colors | Blue |
| Sizes | 49 cm, 52 cm, 55 cm, 58 cm, 61 cm |
| Weight | 24.5 lb |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame material | Chromoly |
| Fork | Aprebic AC-6036 |
| Fork material | Chromoly, aero crown |
| Rear shock | Softride Suspension Beam |
| Component group | Shimano RSX |
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| Shifters | Shimano RSX STI Dual Control |
| Front derailleur | Shimano AceraX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano STX-RC |
| Crankset | Shimano RSX, 28/38/48 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 110mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 12 - 26 teeth |
| Chain | KMC SS-91S, 1/2 X 3/32" |
| Pedals | Aluminum cage w/clips & straps |
| Brakes | Dia-Compe VC-2 brakes, Shimano RSX levers |
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| Headset | 1" threadless Tien Hsin HP-250-AN |
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| Handlebar | MP Cycles |
| Handlebar extensions | N/A |
| Stem | Softride chromoly suspension |
| Saddle | Selle Italia Eversoft #1 |
| Seatpost | Softride Suspension Beam |
| Hubs | Front: Kung Ten aluminum, Q/R, Rear: Shimano STX-RC |
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| Rims | Sun Rims CR18, 36-hole |
| Spokes | Chung Nan, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 700 x 32c Panaracer Pasela |
| Wheel size | 700c wheels |
| Top tube | 564 mm |
|---|---|
| Head-tube angle | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 443 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1050 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 43 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 5, 2026.