VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Univega Aluminum 808

Velopedia Archive ID 55606

Overview

Model year1996
BrandUnivega
ModelAluminum 808
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID55606
Original MSRP$1,599.00
ColorsPolished, red
Sizes14.5", 16.5", 18.5", 20.5"
Weight25.7 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionPulse welded
Frame materialAlcoa 7005 aluminum, double-butted
ForkRock Shox Judy XC
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore XT
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-800 X-Ray
Front derailleurShimano Deore XT top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetWhite Industries, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-UN72, 107 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG70, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsRitchey Logic (clipless)

Brakes

BrakesShimano Deore XT V-Brake brakes, Avid levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset SA-2
HandlebarConcept alloy
Handlebar extensionsConcept
StemConcept alloy
SaddleConcept
SeatpostConcept, 27.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsMavic 221, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm double butted
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire26 x 2.10" WTB VelociRaptor kevlar
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube546 mm
Head-tube angle72°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center429 mm
Wheelbase1027 mm
Fork offset / rake40.6 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 6, 2026.