VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

2003 Giant DH Comp

Velopedia Archive ID 38823

Overview

Model year2003
BrandGiant
ModelDH Comp
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID38823
Original MSRP$3,200.00
ColorsStealth Black
SizesLarge, medium, small, xsmall

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialAluxx SL aluminum
ForkRock Shox Boxxer, 7.0" travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, dual crown
Rear shockAnswer Manitou Swinger, 8.25" travel

Drivetrain

Component groupDownhill Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore LX
Front derailleurGiant Custom DH Chainguide, chain retention device
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT
CranksetRace Face North Shore DH, 44 teeth
Bottom bracketSignature ISIS DH, 143mm spindle
BB shell width100mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsNot included

Brakes

BrakesHayes Hydraulic Disc brakes, Hayes Hydraulic Disc levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Pig DH Pro
HandlebarTitec Ringleader DH
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemTitec Blockhead DH
SaddleWTB Power V
SeatpostTitec DH, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Ringle ABBAH SOS DH, Rear: Ringle ABBAD SOS DH thru-axle
RimsSun Rims Single Wide, 36-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.80" Michelin Wild Gripper DH Comp, Rear: 26 x 2.50" Michelin Wild Gripper DH Comp
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube579.9 mm
Head-tube angle66°
Seat-tube angle69°
Chainstay / rear center449.8 mm
Wheelbase1115.8 mm

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