Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 57929
| Model year | 1996 |
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| Brand | Specialized |
| Model | Hardrock Ultra |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, non-suspension |
| Archive ID | 57929 |
| Original MSRP | $439.99 |
| Colors | Silver |
| Sizes | 13.5", 15.5", 17", 19", 21" |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded steel |
|---|---|
| Frame material | Chromoly |
| Fork | Specialized Direct Drive |
| Fork material | Chromoly, unicrown crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano AceraX |
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| Shifters | Shimano AceraX EZ Fire |
| Front derailleur | Shimano AceraX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Alivio |
| Crankset | Shimano AceraX, 24/34/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 107 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 68mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-UG50, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Victor VP-892 |
| Brakes | Shimano Altus brakes, Shimano AceraX levers |
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| Headset | 1" YST steel |
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| Handlebar | Steel |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included |
| Saddle | Specialized Comfort Plush Sport |
| Seatpost | Alloy micro-adjust, 26.2 mm diameter |
| Rims | Weinmann 519, 36-hole |
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| Spokes | Stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 1.95" Specialized Hard Rock'R |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 565 mm |
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| Head-tube angle | 70° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 436 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1071 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 42 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 5, 2026.