Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 62515
| Model year | 1997 |
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| Brand | Spooky |
| Model | Darkside XT |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 62515 |
| Original MSRP | $2,299.99 |
| Colors | Black, green, polished |
| Sizes | 12", 14.5", 17", 19", 21", custom |
| Frame construction | TIG-welded |
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| Frame material | Easton 7005 Elite |
| Fork | Answer Manitou FS Ti |
| Fork material | Aluminum, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano Deore XT |
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| Shifters | Shimano Deore XT RapidFire SL |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Deore XT top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Deore XT SGS |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore XT, 22/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-UN72, 112 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 73mm English |
| Rear cogs | 8-speed, 12 - 32 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-IG70, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Ritchey Logic (clipless) |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore XT V-Brake rear brakes, Shimano Deore XT levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless FSA Orbit XL |
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| Handlebar | Syncros Hardcore |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Syncros Hardcore |
| Saddle | SDG Ventura Comp, titanium rails |
| Seatpost | Syncros Pro Series aluminum, 26.8 mm diameter |
| Hubs | Shimano Deore XT |
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| Rims | Mavic 221, 32-hole |
| Spokes | Wheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted |
| Spoke nipples | Alloy nipples |
| Front tire | 26 x 2.00" IRC PiranhaPro-K |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 561.3 mm |
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| Head-tube angle | 71.5° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 419.1 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 17, 2026.