The 1998 Porter Blade is a triathlon/road bike with an aluminum T6 frame. The frame has a custom finish. It was released in 1998. Due to the frame materials and other factors, we estimate that this bike weighs around 25 pounds. The Blade is fully rigid.
Components
The Blade comes with Shimano components, including a Profile Pursuit stem, a Ritchey Logic headset and bar-end Shimano shifters.
Drivetrain
The Blade has 9,8 speeds and has a Shimano derailleur.
Wheels
It comes with Continental Grand Prix tires (571mm x 23mm) and Sun Rims CR14A Velocity Deep-V rims.