The 1998 Merlin Critical Path is a 24 pound a full-suspension mountain bike with a titatium Rock Shox Super Deluxe frame. The frame has a brushed finish.
The Critical Path is a is a lighter bike at around 25 pounds. It was released in 1998 and costs $4,995 brand new.
Components
The Critical Path comes with Shimano XTR components, including a Syncros Hardcore stem, a threadless Chris King NoThreadSet headset and Shimano XTR RapidFire SL shifters.
The Rock Shox Indy SL fork has a true suspension.
Drivetrain
The Critical Path has 8 speeds and has a Shimano XTR derailleur.
Wheels
It comes with kevlar WTB VelociRaptor tires (26in x 2.1in) and Mavic rims.