The 1998 Independent Fabrication Special is a mountain bike with a steel frame. The frame comes in colors like red, blue and black. It was released in 1998 and costs $2,555 brand new. We estimate that this bike weighs around 35 pounds. The Special 1998 3 is fully rigid.

Components

The Special 1998 3 comes with Shimano Deore LX components, including a Syncros Hardcore stem, a threadless Chris King NoThreadSet headset and Shimano Deore LX RapidFire SL shifters.

Drivetrain

The Special 1998 3 has 8 speeds and has a Shimano Deore LX derailleur.

Wheels

It comes with kevlar IRC Mythos XC tires (26in x 1.95in) and Mavic 221 rims.

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Specs

Type Mountain
MSRP $2,555
Year 1998
Alt. Names Special