VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Trek 850

Velopedia Archive ID 65605

Overview

Model year1997
BrandTrek
Model850
Bicycle typeMountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID65605
Original MSRP$449.99
ColorsDark blue
Sizes13", 16.5", 18", 19.5", 21", 22.5"
Weight27.3 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialTrue Temper chromoly, double-butted
ForkTrek
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX-RC/Alivio
ShiftersShimano STX-RC RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Alivio, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX
CranksetShimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width73mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-945

Brakes

BrakesShimano Alivio M-System brakes, Shimano STX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" Victor VP-H913W sealed
HandlebarAluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemChromoly
SaddleTrek
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 26.6 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: aluminum quick release, Rear: Shimano Alivio
RimsMatrix Guru, 32-hole
SpokesMarwi stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" Trek Kahuna
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube558.8 mm
Head-tube angle70.5°
Seat-tube angle72.5°
Chainstay / rear center436.9 mm
Wheelbase1043.9 mm
Fork offset / rake43.2 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on August 25, 2026.