The 1996 Merlin Road is a 18 pound a triathlon/road bike with a titatium MTS325 frame. The frame has a satin finish. The Road 1996 is a is a light bike at around 20 pounds. It was released in 1996 and costs $3,550 brand new. The Road 1996 is fully rigid.
Components
The Road 1996 comes with Campagnolo Chorus components, including a TTT Synthesis stem, a Campagnolo Chorus headset and Campagnolo Chorus Ergo shifters.
Drivetrain
The Road 1996 has 8 speeds and has a Campagnolo Chorus derailleur.
Wheels
It comes with Michelin Hi-Lite Super Comp tires (622mm x 23mm) and Mavic Reflex CD rims.