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1996 Giant HCM-1

Velopedia Archive ID 57808

Overview

Model year1996
BrandGiant
ModelHCM-1
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID57808
Original MSRP$975.00
ColorsPurple
Sizes16", 18", 20", 22"
Weight26 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionBonded carbon fiber
Frame materialCarbon fiber composite
ForkRock Shox Quadra 5
Fork materialMagnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX-RC
ShiftersShimano STX-RC RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano STX-RC top-swing, top-pull
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetShimano STX, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG31, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsGiant EXT-Comp, alloy w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano STX M-System brakes, Shimano STX-RC levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Dia-Compe S Series Aheadset
HandlebarGiant butted alloy
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemHsin Lung alloy
SaddleSelle San Marco Hovercraft
SeatpostKalloy SP-242, 30.2 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

RimsWeinmann Zac 19, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 1.95" Tioga Psycho KS, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Tioga Psycho TT
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube596.9 mm
Head-tube angle71.3°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm
Wheelbase1064.3 mm
Fork offset / rake38.1 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 30, 2026.