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2008 Giant FCR Alliance

Velopedia Archive ID 24166

Overview

Model year	2008
Brand	Giant
Model	FCR Alliance
Bicycle type	Road/sport
Archive ID	24166
Original MSRP	$1,400.00
Colors	Red/Brushed
Sizes	Xsmall, small, medium, large. xlarge

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded/bonded
Frame material	Alliance aluminum/composite
Fork	FormulaOne
Fork material	Carbon/alloy steerer, aero crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Road Mix
Shifters	Shimano SL-R770
Front derailleur	Shimano R770
Rear derailleur	Shimano 105
Crankset	Shimano R600, 34/50 teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano Hollowtech II
Rear cogs	10-speed, 12 - 27 teeth
Chain	Shimano 105
Pedals	Crank Brothers Candy C

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano BR550 brakes, Avid FR-5 front/Avid FR5 rear levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" integrated
Handlebar	2014 AL riser
Handlebar extensions	Aluminum bar-ends
Stem	3D Forged Aluminum 31.8
Saddle	Fi'zi:k Aliante Delta w/manganese rails
Seatpost	FormulaOne composite

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Xero XSR-3
Rims	Xero XSR-3
Spokes	Xero
Front tire	700 x 25c Michelin Lithion
Wheel size	700c wheels

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