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2008 Giant Glory 1

Velopedia Archive ID 24172

Overview

Model year	2008
Brand	Giant
Model	Glory 1
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID	24172
Original MSRP	$2,600.00
Colors	Silver Anodized
Sizes	Xsmall, small, medium, large

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	ALUXX SL aluminum
Fork	Marzocchi 66 RCV, 180mm travel
Fork material	Aluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear shock	Marzocchi Roco-R, 8" travel

Drivetrain

Component group	Mountain Mix
Shifters	SRAM X.5 trigger
Front derailleur	Shimano Saint
Rear derailleur	SRAM X.7
Crankset	Race Face Ride DH, 24/36 teeth
Bottom bracket	Race Face DH X-Type
Rear cogs	9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain	Shimano HG-73
Pedals	Not included

Brakes

Brakes	Hayes Stroker Ryde w/203mm rotor brakes, Hayes Stroker Ryde levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/2" threadless
Handlebar	Race Face Evolve DH riser
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	FSA Gravity 31.8
Saddle	Giant FRO
Seatpost	Race Face Evolve DH, 30.9mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: Formula DH 20mm, Rear: Formula DH 12mm
Rims	WTB SpeedDisc DH
Spokes	DT Swiss stainless steel, 14/15ga. (2.0/1.8mm) butted
Front tire	Front: 26 x 2.5" WTB Dissent DH, Rear: 26 x 2.5" WTB Prowler MX
Wheel size	26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 1, 2026.