The Slingshot RD-1 is a mountain/triathlon/road bike with a chromoly and steel True Temper / Custom mid- frame. The frame comes in colors like red, black and yellow.
It was first released in 1996 and again in 1999. Due to the frame materials, we estimate that this bike weighs around 25 pounds. The RD-1 has frame suspension with 1in travel.
Components
The RD-1 comes with Shimano Dura-Ace and Sachs New Success components, including a chromoly, Salsa Slingshot stem, a threadless, Chris King NoThreadSet Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset DL-2 headset and dual-control, Shimano Dura-Ace STI Sachs New Success Ergo shifters.
Drivetrain
The RD-1 has 9,8 speeds and has a Shimano Dura-Ace Sachs New Success derailleur.
Wheels
It comes with kevlar, Continental Grand Prix Specialized Team Turbo tires (622mm x NaN) and Mavic Open Pro Sun Metal ME14A rims.