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1996 Specialized Crossroads Ultra

Velopedia Archive ID 56508

Overview

Model year1996
BrandSpecialized
ModelCrossroads Ultra
Bicycle typeHybrid
Archive ID56508
Original MSRP$379.99
ColorsTeal
Sizes14.5", 16.5", 18", 20", 22", womens 16", womens 19"

Frameset

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

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano AceraX
ShiftersGrip Shift MRX-100
Front derailleurShimano AceraX top-swing, bottom-pull
Rear derailleurShimano AceraX
CranksetShimano AceraX, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-UG50, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo

Brakes

BrakesShimano Altus brakes, Shimano Tourney TY-21 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" steel
HandlebarSteel
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemKalloy alloy
SaddleSpecialized Comfort Plush
SeatpostAlloy micro-adjust

Wheels & tires

RimsAraya PX-635, 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.