Bicycle Archive · Specification report

1994 Ultimax Snipe

Velopedia Archive ID 15498

Overview

Model year	1994
Brand	Ultimax
Model	Snipe
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID	15498
Original MSRP	$289.00
Sizes	16", 18", 20"
Weight	25.5 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded steel
Frame material	Chromoly main triangle
Fork	Chromoly, unicrown

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano Alivio / Altus C50
Shifters	Shimano Alivio Rapidfire Plus w/Optical Gear Display
Front derailleur	Shimano Altus C50
Rear derailleur	Shimano Alivio
Crankset	Shimano Altus C-50, 28/38/48 teeth
Rear cogs	7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
Chain	KMC UG-50
Pedals	Victor VP-872

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano Altus C50 brakes, levers

Cockpit & contact points

Handlebar	K.Y. Star KMY-15 steel
Stem	K. Y. Star KMT-133AH steel
Saddle	Velo 157
Seatpost	Kalloy SP-200 alloy

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: alloy, Rear: Shimano Alivio
Rims	Alloy, 36-hole
Front tire	26 x 2.10" Kenda K-186A
Wheel size	26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	533.4 mm
Head-tube angle	71°
Seat-tube angle	72°
Chainstay / rear center	431.8 mm
Wheelbase	1041.4 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 23, 2026.