Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 55137
| Model year | 1996 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Specialized |
| Model | Ground Control |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front & rear suspension |
| Archive ID | 55137 |
| Original MSRP | $799.99 |
| Colors | Silver |
| Sizes | 13.5", 15.5", 17", 18", 19", 20.5" |
| Weight | 29 lb |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded steel |
|---|---|
| Frame material | Direct Drive chromoly |
| Fork | RST 381 |
| Fork material | Aluminum/chromoly, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | RST/Specialized, 1.25" travel |
| Component group | Shimano STX/AceraX |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Grip Shift SRT-400 |
| Front derailleur | Shimano AceraX top-swing, top-pull |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano STX |
| Crankset | Shimano Alivio, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 107 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 73mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | HTI steel/resin w/clips & straps |
| Brakes | Shimano Alivio M-System brakes, Dia-Compe PC-3 levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" sealed mechanism |
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| Handlebar | Alloy |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Alloy |
| Saddle | Specialized Prolong Evolution Sport |
| Seatpost | Alloy micro-adjust, 30.9 mm diameter |
| Rims | Mavic 238, 32-hole |
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| Spokes | DT Competition stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | Front: 26 x 1.95" Specialized Ground Control II, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Specialized Ground Master |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 567 mm |
|---|---|
| Head-tube angle | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1060 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 38.1 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 3, 2026.