VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Univega Aluminum 800

Velopedia Archive ID 55856

Overview

Model year1996
BrandUnivega
ModelAluminum 800
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID55856
Original MSRP$689.00
ColorsDark blue, silver
Sizes14.5", 16.5", 18.5", 20.5", 22.5"
Weight27 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionPulse welded
Frame material6061 T6 aluminum, double-butted
ForkRock Shox Quadra 5
Fork materialMagnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Alivio
ShiftersShimano AceraX EZ Fire
Front derailleurShimano Alivio top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX
CranksetShimano Alivio, 24/34/42 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"
PedalsVictor VP-977A

Brakes

BrakesShimano Alivio M-System brakes, Shimano AceraX levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2
HandlebarConcept alloy
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemConcept alloy
SaddleConcept
SeatpostConcept, 30.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsWeinmann 519, 36-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.