VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1997 Univega Via De Oro

Velopedia Archive ID 62846

Overview

Model year1997
BrandUnivega
ModelVia De Oro
Bicycle typeHybrid
Archive ID62846
Original MSRP$579.95
ColorsBlue, grey/polished
Sizes42 cm, 47 cm, 52 cm, 57 cm

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material6061 T6 aluminum, double-butted
ForkUnivega
Fork material4130 chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano Deore LX/STX
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400i
Front derailleurShimano STX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 35.0 mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore LX SGS
CranksetSugino Impel 350, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsWellgo LU-955A w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesDia-Compe VC-747 brakes, Dia-Compe DP-7 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" Chin Haur CH90-3-SW
HandlebarConcept aluminum
Handlebar extensionsConcept aluminum
StemTahoma Sonne VI
SaddleVelo VL-262
SeatpostKalloy SP-263, 30.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Formula OV 31 Q/R, Rear: Shimano STX-RC
RimsAraya TX-350, 36-hole
SpokesChung Nan stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 35c Cheng Shin C-979
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube586.7 mm
Head-tube angle72°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center444.5 mm
Wheelbase1071.9 mm
Fork offset / rake55.9 mm

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