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1998 Univega Zig Zag

Velopedia Archive ID 77703

Overview

Model year	1998
Brand	Univega
Model	Zig Zag
Bicycle type	City/commuter
Archive ID	77703
Original MSRP	$269.99
Colors	Apple Green, Cinnamon
Sizes	Large, medium, small, womens medium
Weight	30 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Chromoly
Fork	Univega Zig Zag
Fork material	Hi-tensile steel, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano AceraX
Shifters	Grip Shift MRX-170
Front derailleur	Shimano AceraX top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 28.6mm
Rear derailleur	Shimano AceraX
Crankset	SR XR17, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano BB-LP27, 110.5mm spindle
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	7-speed freewheel, 14 - 28 teeth
Chain	KMC Z-51, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Resin

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano Altus brakes, aluminum levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" Victor VP-H94
Handlebar	Steel, 1" rise
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Steel
Saddle	Selle Stratos Hyper Plush w/Bumper Guard
Seatpost	Aluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Aluminum, Q/R
Rims	Weinmann 519, 36-hole
Spokes	Chung Nan steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	26 x 1.95" Street Slick gumwall
Wheel size	26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	569 mm
Head-tube angle	70°
Seat-tube angle	73°
Chainstay / rear center	436.9 mm
Wheelbase	1071.9 mm
Fork offset / rake	50.8 mm

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