Dean Castanza (01) 1997 Technical specs and features

Brand Dean
Model Castanza (01)
First production 1997
Bike category Road
Bike sub-category Road Race & Triathlon
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Parts And Accessories Dean Castanza (01) Parts   
Available Sizes - 50 cm (centimeters)
- 52 cm (centimeters)
- 54 cm (centimeters)
- 56 cm (centimeters)
- 58 cm (centimeters)
- 60 cm (centimeters)
- custom (centimeters)


Wheels And Breaking System

Bike front tire700 X 23c Michelin Super Comp HD
Bike rear tireNot Available
Bike wheel size700c Wheels
Brakeset type Shimano 105SC Levers
Shimano 105SC Dual Pivot Brakes
Hubs for disc brakesShimano 105SC
Rims manufacturer 32-hole
Mavic Reflex SUP
Spoke nipples typeBrass Nipples
Spoke wheel 2.0 (millimeters) Double Butted
Wheelsmith Stainless Steel

Frame and Body Specifications

Frame materials3Al and 2.5V Titanium
Frame typeTIG-welded
Handlebar constructionTTT Forma SL
Handlebar extenderNot Available
Handlebar stem detailsDean Aluminum
Headset size1 (inches) Shimano 105SC

Gearing Specs

Bicycle chain 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)
Shimano CN-HG70
Bottom bracket shell width68 (millimeters) English
Bottom bracket type 107 (millimeters) Spindle
Shimano BB-UN52
Crankset parts and sizes 39/53 Teeth
Shimano 105SC
Gear shift leversShimano 105SC STI Dual Control
Rear gear set 12 - 23 Teeth
8-speed

Dean Castanza (01) Fork System Data

Derailleur (Front) Top-pull and clamp-on 31.8 (millimeters)
Shimano 105SC
Derailleur (Rear)Shimano 105SC SS
Fork material Aero Crown
Carbon Fiber Composite
Fork typeKestrel EMS

Other Specs of Dean Castanza (01)

Component group setsShimano 105SC
Available colors - Satin
Weight Not Available
Pedals detailsOptional
Rear shock absorberNot Available
Saddle seatSelle San Marco Concor Lite
Seat post extension 27.2 (millimeters) Diameter
Dean Aluminum


Dean Castanza (01) bike review

Dean produced the Castanza (01) bike in 1997 and can be classified as a Road bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $2,135.00.
Castanza (01) bike is available in many sizes such as 50 cm (centimeters), 52 cm (centimeters), 54 cm (centimeters), 56 cm (centimeters), 58 cm (centimeters), 60 cm (centimeters) and custom (centimeters).
Dean Road Castanza (01) can be found in one single color which is Satin.
This bike is equiped with 700 x 23c Michelin Super Comp HD tires and Wheelsmith stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Mavic Reflex SUP, 32-hole. Dean equiped this exact model with Shimano 105SC Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano 105SC levers braking system and Shimano 105SC hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Dean used 3Al/2.5V titanium material for the frame. TTT Forma SL high strength material is used on the handlebar of this Castanza (01) to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Dean aluminum.
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano 105SC, 39/53 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to Shimano CN-HG70 chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Dean, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano 105SC STI Dual Control gear shift levers.