Museum of Mountain Bike Art & Technology

1983 Force 1

This is the first mountain bike model offered by Ross.  These were the first cantilever brake bikes build in the Allentown, PA factory.  The name was later changed to Mt. Hood due to a trademark issue with the Force 1 name.  The Ross Indians were the first organized mountain bike racing team with full factory support.  Dropouts are stamped Chain Bike Corp.

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Frame		Ross Amlite tubing
Fork		Ross socket type fork
Rear Shock		NA
Rims		Ukai, gold anodized
Hubs		SR
Spokes		zinc
Tires		Ritchey Quad
Pedals		Shimano PD-MX15
Crank		Takagi Tourney AD
Chain		DID
Rear Cogs		5 speed Maillard freewheel
Bottom Bracket		Hatta High Cup
Front Derailleur		Suntour AG
Rear Derailleur		Suntour AG
Shifters		Suntour
Handlebars		Bullmoose
Stem		Bullmoose
Headset		Ross Professional
Brake set		Dia Compe 980
Brake levers		Dia Compe
Saddle		Avocet Touring 1
Seat Post		alloy
Colors		Black
Size		21"
Serial #		0483585148