The 1996 Slingshot RD-1 is a triathlon/road bike with a steel and chromoly True Temper / Custom mid- frame. The frame comes in black or yellow.
It was released in 1996 and costs $1,995 brand new. Due to the frame materials and other factors, we estimate that this bike weighs around 20 pounds. The RD-1 1996 is fully rigid.
Components
The RD-1 1996 comes with Sachs New Success components, including a Slingshot stem, a threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset DL-2 headset and Sachs New Success Ergo shifters.
Drivetrain
The RD-1 1996 has 8 speeds and has a Sachs New Success derailleur.
Wheels
It comes with Specialized Team Turbo tires (622mm x 20mm) and Sun Metal ME14A rims.