VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1996 Univega Via De Oro

Velopedia Archive ID 55356

Overview

Model year1996
BrandUnivega
ModelVia De Oro
Bicycle typeHybrid
Archive ID55356
Original MSRP$619.00
ColorsBall-burnished, burgundy, polished
Sizes42 cm, 47 cm, 52 cm, 57 cm

Frameset

Frame constructionPulse welded
Frame material6061 T6 aluminum, double-butted
ForkUnivega
Fork materialChromoly, butted, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400
Front derailleurShimano STX, bottom-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 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset ST-2
HandlebarConcept alloy
Handlebar extensionsConcept
StemConcept alloy
SaddleConcept
SeatpostConcept, 30.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsAraya TX-350, 36-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 35c Cheng Shin C-979
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube578 mm
Head-tube angle72°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center444 mm
Wheelbase1071 mm
Fork offset / rake55 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 5, 2026.