Sampson Vail XTR 1998 Technical specs and features
| Brand | Sampson |
| Model | Vail XTR |
| First production | 1998 |
| Bike category | Mountain Bike |
| Bike sub-category | Mountain With Front Suspension |
| Bike Pricing | Check price Here ==> |
| Parts And Accessories | Sampson Vail XTR Parts |
| Available Sizes | - 15 (inches) / 38.1 (cm)- 15 (inches)- 17 (inches) / 43.18 (cm)- 17 (inches)- 18 (inches) / 45.72 (cm)- 18 (inches)- 19 (inches) / 48.26 (cm)- 19 (inches)- 21 (inches) / 53.34 (cm)- 21 (inches) |
Wheels And Breaking System
| Bike front tire | 26 X 1.95 (inches) Hutchinson Python |
| Bike rear tire | Not Available |
| Bike wheel size | 26 (inches) Wheels |
| Brakeset type | Shimano XTR LeversShimano XTR V-Brake Brakes |
| Hubs for disc brakes | Shimano XTR |
| Rims manufacturer | 32-holeMavic 217 SUP |
| Spoke nipples type | Alloy Nipples |
| Spoke wheel | 2.0 (millimeters) Double-buttedWheelsmith Stainless Steel |
Frame and Body Specifications
| Frame materials | Sampson Tapered Titanium |
| Frame type | TIG-welded |
| Handlebar construction | Kalloy |
| Handlebar extender | Optional |
| Handlebar stem details | Sampson S Class |
| Headset size | 1 1/8 (inches) Threadless Aheadset Kontak AL-2 |
Gearing Specs
| Bicycle chain | 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)Shimano CN-IG90 |
| Bottom bracket shell width | 68 (millimeters) English |
| Bottom bracket type | 112.5 (millimeters) SpindleShimano BB-M950 |
| Crankset parts and sizes | 24/34/46 TeethShimano XTR M950 |
| Gear shift levers | Shimano XTR RapidFire SL |
| Rear gear set | Optional Of Gearing8-speed |
Sampson Vail XTR Fork System Data
| Derailleur (Front) | Top-pull and clamp-on 35.0 (millimeters)Shimano XTR |
| Derailleur (Rear) | Shimano XTR GS |
| Fork material | Triple-clamp CrownAluminum and magnesium |
| Fork type | Rock Shox Judy XC |
Other Specs of Sampson Vail XTR
| Component group sets | Shimano XTR |
| Available colors | - Satin |
| Weight | 24.2 |
| Pedals details | Optional |
| Rear shock absorber | Not Available |
| Saddle seat | Bontrager With Titanium Rails |
| Seat post extension | 30.0 (millimeters) DiameterThomson Elite |
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Sampson Vail XTR bike review
Sampson produced the Vail XTR bike in 1998 and can be classified as a Mountain bike bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $2,199.00.Vail XTR bike is available in many sizes such as 15 (inches), 17 (inches), 18 (inches), 19 (inches) and 21 (inches).
Sampson Mountain bike Vail XTR can be found in one single color which is Satin.
This bike is equiped with 26 x 1.95" Hutchinson Python tires and Wheelsmith stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Mavic 217 SUP, 32-hole. Sampson equiped this exact model with Shimano XTR V-Brake brakes, Shimano XTR levers braking system and Shimano XTR hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Sampson used Sampson tapered titanium material for the frame. Kalloy high strength material is used on the handlebar of this Vail XTR to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Sampson S Class.
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano XTR M950, 24/34/46 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to Shimano CN-IG90 chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Sampson, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano XTR RapidFire SL gear shift levers.