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2009 Giant Arete

Velopedia Archive ID 16837

Overview

Model year2009
BrandGiant
ModelArete
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID16837
Original MSRP$1,200.00
ColorsMetallic Eggplant
SizesWomens xxsmall, womens xsmall, womens small, womens medium

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialALUXX SL aluminum
ForkMarzocchi 22 LO, 100mm travel
Fork materialSingle
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupSRAM Mix
ShiftersSRAM X.5 Trigger
Front derailleurShimano SLX
Rear derailleurSRAM X.7
CranksetTruvativ 5D 3.1, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketTruVativ Power Spline
CassetteShimano HG61
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
ChainShimano HG73
PedalsCrank Brothers Smarty

Brakes

BrakesHayes Stroker Ryde w/160mm rotor brakes, Hayes Stroker Ryde Hydraulic levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8"
HandlebarRace Face Ride XC low rise
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemRace Face Ride XC 31.8
SaddleWTB Deva Comp
SeatpostRace Face Ride XC, 30.9mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFormula disc
RimsMavic XM 117, 32-hole
SpokesStainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front tire26 x 2.1" 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 September 29, 2026.