VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

2003 Giant XtC 2

Velopedia Archive ID 38835

Overview

Model year2003
BrandGiant
ModelXtC 2
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID38835
Original MSRP$1,100.00
ColorsStealth Black
Sizes14", 17", 19", 21"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialAluxx SL aluminum
ForkAnswer Manitou Skareb Comp, 80mm travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT
CranksetRace Face Ride ISIS, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketRace Face ISIS SRX, 113mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsShimano PD-M505 SPD

Brakes

BrakesAvid Single Digit 3 brakes, Avid AD 3 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless FSA integrated
HandlebarTitec Enduro XC
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemTitec Fast Al
SaddleWTB Rocket V
SeatpostTitec X-Wing Pro, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano Deore
RimsMavic X221, 32-hole
SpokesChun Nan stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipplesAluminum nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.00" Hutchinson Python Air Light, Rear: 26 x 2.00" Hutchinson Python Tubeless
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube589.3 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle72°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm
Wheelbase1051.6 mm
Fork offset / rake38.1 mm

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