VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

2003 Giant DH Team

Velopedia Archive ID 38822

Overview

Model year2003
BrandGiant
ModelDH Team
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID38822
Original MSRP$5,500.00
ColorsTeam Blue
SizesLarge, medium, small, xsmall

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialAluxx SL aluminum
ForkAnswer Manitou Dorado, 180mm travel
Fork materialCarbon fiber/aluminum, dual crown
Rear shockAnswer Manitou Swinger, 8.25" travel

Drivetrain

Component groupDownhill Mix
ShiftersSRAM XO
Front derailleurGiant Custom DH Chainguide, chain retention device
Rear derailleurSRAM X.O
CranksetRace Face North Shore DH, 44 teeth
Bottom bracket143mm 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
StemAnswer Manitou Dorado
SaddleWTB Power V
SeatpostTitec DH, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Ringle ABBAH SOS DH, Rear: Ringle ABBAD SOS DH thru-axle
RimsMavic D321 Disc, 36-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 14/15ga. (2.0/1.8mm) 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.