Bicycle Archive · Specification report

2011 Giant Anthem X 29er 2

Velopedia Archive ID 24498

Overview

Model year	2011
Brand	Giant
Model	Anthem X 29er 2
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID	24498
Original MSRP	$2,900.00
Colors	Black/red
Sizes	Small, medium, large, xlarge

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Alloy
Fork	Fox F29 RL, 100mm travel
Fork material	Single
Rear shock	Fox Float RP2 Boostvalve, 4" Maestro

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano
Shifters	Shimano SLX M660
Front derailleur	Shimano SLX
Rear derailleur	Shimano Deore XT Shadow
Crankset	Shimano SLX, 24/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracket	Shimano Press Fit
Cassette	Shimano HG81
Rear cogs	10-speed, 11 - 36 teeth
Chain	Shimano HG74
Pedals	Not included

Brakes

Brakes	Avid Elixer 5 Disc brakes, Avid Elixer 5 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Handlebar	Giant Contact flat 31.8
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Giant Connect SL
Saddle	Fi'zi:k Tundra2
Seatpost	Giant Connect SL, 30.9mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Front: Giant Tracker, Rear: Shimano M592
Rims	Giant P-XC29 2, 32-hole
Spokes	Stainless Steel stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front tire	29 x 2.1" Maxxis Crossmark
Wheel size	29" wheels

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