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1996 Specialized Crossroads Elite

Velopedia Archive ID 57629

Overview

Model year1996
BrandSpecialized
ModelCrossroads Elite
Bicycle typeHybrid
Archive ID57629
Original MSRP$549.99
ColorsChampagne
Sizes14.5", 16.5", 18", 20", 22", womens 16", womens 19"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialChromoly
ForkSpecialized
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano AceraX/Alivio
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-450
Front derailleurShimano Alivio top-swing, bottom-pull
Rear derailleurShimano STX
CranksetShimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsMks

Brakes

BrakesShimano AceraX M-System brakes, Grip Shift SRT-450 alloy levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" steel
HandlebarAlloy
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemSteel
SaddleVelo VL-261
SeatpostAlloy micro-adjust

Wheels & tires

RimsMavic T 238, 36-hole
SpokesSteel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 38c Specialized Nimbus III
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube544 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center445 mm
Wheelbase1047 mm
Fork offset / rake45 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 4, 2026.