VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Trek 8000

Velopedia Archive ID 56863

Overview

Model year1996
BrandTrek
Model8000
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID56863
Original MSRP$869.99
ColorsBlack
Sizes14.5", 16.5", 18", 19.5", 21"
Weight23.5 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionBonded aluminum
Frame materialEaston ProGram EA60
ForkSystem 2
Fork materialChromoly, butted, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore LX
ShiftersShimano Deore LX RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore LX top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 35.0 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore LX SGS
CranksetShimano STX-RC, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 113 mm spindle
BB shell width73mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG70, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsSystem 1 w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano STX M-System brakes, Shimano Deore LX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" Tange-Seiki Passage
HandlebarSystem 2
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemSystem 1
SaddleBontrager Plus 10
SeatpostSystem 1, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsMatrix Swami, 32-hole
SpokesUnion stainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.10" Panaracer Dart 2 Comp, Rear: 26 x 2.10" Panaracer Smoke 2 Comp
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube591.8 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm
Wheelbase1059.2 mm
Fork offset / rake38.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 3, 2026.