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2002 Van Dessel Cycles Straight Up X-7

Velopedia Archive ID 91446

Overview

Model year2002
BrandVan Dessel Cycles
ModelStraight Up X-7
Bicycle typeCity/commuter
Archive ID91446
Original MSRP$650.00
ColorsRed
Sizes50cm, 53cm, 56cm, 59cm
Weight24 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material7005 aluminum
ForkVan Dessel
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupHybrid Mix
ShiftersN/A
Front derailleurN/A
Rear derailleurN/A
CranksetAluminum, 44 teeth
Bottom bracketCampagnolo AC-H, 102mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs1-speed, 16 teeth
ChainKMC Z-30, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNylon platform

Brakes

BrakesCoaster rear

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Ritchey Logic
HandlebarVan Dessel Cycles moustache
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemVan Dessel Cycles adjustable
SaddleVelo Plush O-Zone Base Cut
SeatpostAluminum, 22.2mm (7/8 inch) diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Ritchey Comp, Rear: Shimano Nexus internal 7 speed
RimsAlex X-202, 32-hole
SpokesSha-Dar stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 40c Ritchey Max Cross
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube560 mm
Head-tube angle72°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center430 mm
Wheelbase1025 mm
Fork offset / rake50 mm

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