VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

2001 Giant XTC NRS 3

Velopedia Archive ID 35592

Overview

Model year2001
BrandGiant
ModelXTC NRS 3
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID35592
Original MSRP$1,100.00
ColorsBlack, Blue, Silver
SizesLarge, medium, small

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialGiant ALUXX 6061 T-6 aluminum, butted
ForkRock Shox Judy C
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockRock Shox SID XC, 3.75" travel

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore top-swing
Rear derailleurShimano Deore LX SGS
CranksetSR MD304, 22/32/44 teeth
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsShimano PD-M515 SPD

Brakes

BrakesAvid Single Digit 3 brakes, Avid AD3 Levers levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Tange Integrated
HandlebarTitec Hell Bent XC
Handlebar extensionsTitec Micro
StemTitec Lil Al
SaddleKoski Contour 2P
SeatpostAluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: aluminum disc Q/R, Rear: aluminum disc
RimsWeinmann Zac 19, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 15g straight gauge
Front tire26 x 1.95" Michelin Wild Gripper Comp S
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube590 mm
Head-tube angle70°
Seat-tube angle72°
Chainstay / rear center424.9 mm
Wheelbase1064 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 1, 2026.