There was some ghosting left from decals removed from the top tube identifying the tubes as 3Al-2.5V Ti. I have found that Performance offered Ti bikes from '93-'97 - from the components, the frame is closer to '93 than '97. The bike measures 22" from the ctr of BB to top of collar. I could only find the unique seat stay on Moots' PsycloX, MootoX and Routt... I'm hoping they could be the third party builder.... but I really know nothing about MTBs. No dents, no dings - but some scratches from chain drop.