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2003 Giant Protege

Velopedia Archive ID 38879

Overview

Model year	2003
Brand	Giant
Model	Protege
Bicycle type	Comfort/commuter
Archive ID	38879
Original MSRP	$580.00
Colors	Ice Blue Metallic/Silver, Khaki Metallic/Satin Black
Sizes	16.5", 17.5", 19.5", 21.5"

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

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	586.7 mm
Head-tube angle	70°
Seat-tube angle	72°
Chainstay / rear center	429.3 mm
Wheelbase	1071.9 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 8, 2026.