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1997 Giant Prodigy

Velopedia Archive ID 67162

Overview

Model year1997
BrandGiant
ModelProdigy
Bicycle typeHybrid
Archive ID67162
Original MSRP$549.95
ColorsStarlight blue
Sizes17.5", 19.5", 21.5", 23.5"
Weight26.9 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame material6061 T6 aluminum
ForkGiant
Fork materialChromoly, unicrown crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano STX-RC/Alivio
ShiftersGrip Shift SRT-400i
Front derailleurShimano STX-RC top-swing, top-pull/clamp-on 35.0 mm
Rear derailleurShimano STX-RC
CranksetShimano Alivio, 24/34/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-LP26, 110 mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs8-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
ChainShimano CN-IG51, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsGiant EXT-Tec aluminum w/clips & straps

Brakes

BrakesShimano Alivio M-System brakes, Shimano Alivio levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" Chin Haur CH90-3-SW
HandlebarAluminum
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemAluminum
SaddleGiant Comfort spring suspension
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 30.8 mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano STX-RC
RimsRigida Libra, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tire700 x 40c Kenda K-180
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube535.9 mm
Head-tube angle70°
Seat-tube angle74°
Chainstay / rear center439.4 mm
Wheelbase1043.9 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on August 24, 2026.