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2008 Giant Arete

Mountain bike, front suspension bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.

Original MSRP
$900.00
Sizes
Xxsmall, xsmall, small, medium
Colors
Bronze/Brushed
Archive ID
24150

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Frameset

Frame ConstructionTIG-welded
Frame MaterialALUXX SL aluminum
ForkMarzocchi MZ Race, 100mm travel
Fork MaterialSteel/aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear ShockN/A

Drivetrain

Component GroupMountain Mix
ShiftersSRAM X.5
Front DerailleurShimano Deore
Rear DerailleurSRAM X.7
CranksetTruVativ FiveD 3.1, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom BracketTruVativ PowerSpline
Rear Cogs9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
ChainShimano HG-73
PedalsShimano PD-M505

Brakes

BrakesHayes Stroker Ryde brakes, Hayes Stroker Ryde levers

Cockpit & Contact Points

Headset1 1/8" integrated
HandlebarRace Face Ride XC riser
Handlebar ExtensionsNot included
StemRace Face Ride XC 31.8
SaddleWTB Deva Comp
SeatpostRace Face Ride XC, 30.9mm diameter

Wheels & Tires

HubsFormula Disc
RimsWTB Dual Duty XC
SpokesStainless steel
Front TireFront: 26 x 2.1" Kenda Small Block Eight, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Kenda Small Block Eight
Wheel Size26" wheels

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Specifications are presented as a reference. Components may vary by market, size, production run, or later manufacturer revisions.

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