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2008 Giant XtC Alliance

Velopedia Archive ID 24252

Overview

Model year2008
BrandGiant
ModelXtC Alliance
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID24252
Original MSRP$1,300.00
ColorsBrushed/White
SizesXsmall, small, medium, large, xlarge

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded/bonded
Frame materialAlliance aluminum/composite
ForkMarzocchi MX Pro LO, 100mm travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, single crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersSRAM X.7 trigger
Front derailleurShimano Deore
Rear derailleurSRAM X.7
CranksetRace Face Ride XC, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketRace Face XC X-Type
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
ChainShimano HG-73
PedalsShimano PD-M520

Brakes

BrakesHayes Stroker Ryde w/160mm rotor 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 Silverado Race
SeatpostRace Face Ride XC, 30.9mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFormula disc
RimsWTB Dual Duty XC, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.1" Kenda Small Block Eight, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Kenda Small Block Eight
Wheel size26" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 2, 2026.