The Miyata Elevation 500 is a hardtail mountain bike, notable for its STB (Steel Tube Bending), triple-butted chrome-moly frame and Shimano components. It is a model within the popular Miyata mountain bike lineup from the era, known for a combination of performance and durability.
Frame: The frame is constructed from STB chrome-moly steel tubing, a technology Miyata used to create strong yet relatively light bicycle frames. It features a forged head tube and dropouts.
Components: The bike is equipped with a mix of Shimano components, including Altus A20 brakes and shifters.
Purpose: As a mountain bike, it is designed for trail riding and general off-road use and it is often cited as one of the best bikes to convert to a touring or commuter bike.
Pick up in South Ashland or delivery potentially available for a small fee.