Bicycle Archive · Specification report

2002 Van Dessel Cycles Skyline

Velopedia Archive ID 91450

Overview

Model year	2002
Brand	Van Dessel Cycles
Model	Skyline
Bicycle type	City/commuter
Archive ID	91450
Original MSRP	$650.00
Colors	Blue
Sizes	50cm, 53cm, 56cm, 59cm
Weight	23 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	7005 aluminum
Fork	Van Dessel, 3.5" travel
Fork material	Chromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Hybrid Mix
Shifters	Shimano Deore
Front derailleur	Shimano Deore, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleur	Shimano Deore SGS
Crankset	Aluminum, 44 teeth
Bottom bracket	Sealed cartridge, 102mm spindle
BB shell width	68mm English
Rear cogs	8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
Chain	KMC Z-30, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Aluminum MTB

Brakes

Brakes	Aluminum linear-pull brakes, aluminum levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless aluminum
Handlebar	Comfort Rise
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Van Dessel Cycles adjustable
Saddle	Velo Plush O-Zone Base Cut
Seatpost	Aluminum, 22.2mm (7/8 inch) diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Aluminum, Q/R
Rims	Aluminum, double wall, 32-hole
Spokes	Sha-Dar stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	26 x 1.50" Cruiser dual purpose
Wheel size	26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	560 mm
Head-tube angle	72°
Seat-tube angle	73.5°
Chainstay / rear center	435 mm
Wheelbase	1043 mm
Fork offset / rake	45 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 30, 2026.