VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Univega Alpina 602

Velopedia Archive ID 59219

Overview

Model year1996
BrandUnivega
ModelAlpina 602
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID59219
Original MSRP$689.00
ColorsLight blue, purple
Sizes14.5", 16.5", 18.5", 20.5"
Weight27.1 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded steel
Frame materialChromoly, double-butted
ForkRock Shox Quadra 21R
Fork materialMagnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400
Front derailleurShimano STX, top-pull/clamp-on 28.6 mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX
CranksetShimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-945 w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano STX M-System brakes, Chang Star 273A levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2
HandlebarConcept alloy
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemConcept alloy
SaddleConcept
SeatpostConcept, 26.0 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsMavic 238, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 1.95" Kenda K-837, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Kenda K-816
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube546 mm
Head-tube angle72°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center429 mm
Wheelbase1027 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 6, 2026.