Bicycle Archive · Specification report

2003 Giant Rainier

Velopedia Archive ID 38863

Overview

Model year	2003
Brand	Giant
Model	Rainier
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID	38863
Original MSRP	$820.00
Colors	Team Blue
Sizes	14", 17", 19", 21"

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Aluxx aluminum
Fork	Answer Manitou Axel Super, 80mm travel
Fork material	Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Mountain Mix
Shifters	Shimano Deore RapidFire SL
Front derailleur	Shimano Deore
Rear derailleur	Shimano Deore LX
Crankset	Giant Alloy MTB, 22/32/44 teeth
Rear cogs	9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain	1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Shimano PD-M505 SPD

Brakes

Brakes	Avid CPS Disc brakes, Avid AD 3 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless Aheadset
Handlebar	Giant Alloy Riser
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Giant alloy MTB
Saddle	Giant Groove
Seatpost	Giant alloy, 30.8mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano Disc
Rims	Mavic X139 Disc, 32-hole
Spokes	Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	26 x 2.00" Hutchinson Mosquito
Wheel size	26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube	589.3 mm
Head-tube angle	71°
Seat-tube angle	72°
Chainstay / rear center	424.2 mm
Wheelbase	1051.6 mm
Fork offset / rake	38.1 mm

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