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2004 Giant DH Team

Velopedia Archive ID 31499

Overview

Model year	2004
Brand	Giant
Model	DH Team
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID	31499
Original MSRP	$5,500.00
Colors	Team Blue
Sizes	Large, medium, small, xsmall

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Aluxx SL aluminum
Fork	Answer Manitou Dorado MRD X-Works SPV, 8" travel
Fork material	Carbon fiber/aluminum, dual crown
Rear shock	Answer Manitou Swinger SPV, 8.25" travel

Drivetrain

Component group	Downhill Mix
Shifters	Shimano Deore XT RapidFire
Front derailleur	Giant Custom DH Chainguide, chain retention device
Rear derailleur	Shimano XTR
Crankset	Race Face North Shore DH ISIS, 42 teeth
Rear cogs	9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
Chain	1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals	Not included

Brakes

Brakes	Hayes HFX-9 Hydraulic Disc brakes, Hayes HFX-9 Hydraulic Disc levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" threadless Pig DH Pro
Handlebar	Easton EA70 31.8mm
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Answer Manitou Dorado
Saddle	WTB Power V
Seatpost	Easton EA70, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: Ringle ABBAH SOS DH, Rear: Ringle ABBAD SOS DH thru-axle
Rims	Mavic EX729, 36-hole
Spokes	DT stainless steel, 14/15ga. (2.0/1.8mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipples	Brass nipples
Front tire	Front: 26 x 2.80" Michelin Wild Gripper DH Comp, Rear: 26 x 2.50" Michelin Wild Gripper DH Comp
Wheel size	26" wheels

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