Velopedia Bicycle Archive
2003 Giant Protege
Comfort/commuter bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.
- Original MSRP
- $580.00
- Sizes
- 16.5", 17.5", 19.5", 21.5"
- Colors
- Ice Blue Metallic/Silver, Khaki Metallic/Satin Black
- Archive ID
- 38879
Current market
Checking current listings…Frameset
| Frame Construction | TIG-welded |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Aluxx Monocoque |
| Fork | RST Gila TL, 3.0" travel |
| Fork Material | Aluminum, single crown |
| Rear Shock | Giant Coil, 4.0" travel |
Drivetrain
| Component Group | Mountain Mix |
|---|---|
| Shifters | SRAM MRX Plus |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano C102 |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Alivio |
| Crankset | Giant MTB, 28/38/48 teeth |
| Rear Cogs | 8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth |
| Chain | 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | Platform |
Brakes
| Brakes | Aluminum linear-pull brakes, aluminum direct-pull levers |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | 1 1/8" threadless Aheadset |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Steel, rise |
| Handlebar Extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Aluminum, adjustable |
| Saddle | Giant Dual Density |
| Seatpost | Aluminum micro-adjust, 27.2mm diameter |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | Front: aluminum QR, Rear: Shimano RM-40 |
|---|---|
| Rims | Aluminum, 36-hole |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge |
| Front Tire | 26 x 1.95" MTB Comfort |
| Wheel Size | 26" wheels |
Specifications are presented as a reference. Components may vary by market, size, production run, or later manufacturer revisions.