Bicycle Archive · Specification report

2008 Giant Arete

Velopedia Archive ID 24150

Overview

Model year	2008
Brand	Giant
Model	Arete
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID	24150
Original MSRP	$900.00
Colors	Bronze/Brushed
Sizes	Xxsmall, xsmall, small, medium

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	ALUXX SL aluminum
Fork	Marzocchi MZ Race, 100mm travel
Fork material	Steel/aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Mountain Mix
Shifters	SRAM X.5
Front derailleur	Shimano Deore
Rear derailleur	SRAM X.7
Crankset	TruVativ FiveD 3.1, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracket	TruVativ PowerSpline
Rear cogs	9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain	Shimano HG-73
Pedals	Shimano PD-M505

Brakes

Brakes	Hayes Stroker Ryde brakes, Hayes Stroker Ryde levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" integrated
Handlebar	Race Face Ride XC riser
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Race Face Ride XC 31.8
Saddle	WTB Deva Comp
Seatpost	Race Face Ride XC, 30.9mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Formula Disc
Rims	WTB Dual Duty XC
Spokes	Stainless steel
Front tire	Front: 26 x 2.1" Kenda Small Block Eight, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Kenda Small Block Eight
Wheel size	26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 29, 2026.