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2012 Giant Talon 29er 1

Velopedia Archive ID 1000148

Overview

Model year	2012
Brand	Giant
Model	Talon 29er 1
Bicycle type	Mountain
Archive ID	1000148
Original MSRP	$860.00
Colors	Charcoal/Red
Sizes	L, M, S, XL

Frameset

Frame material	ALUXX Grade butted aluminum
Fork	SR SXT 29 L/O 100mm

Drivetrain

Shifters	SRAM X4 8spd
Front derailleur	Shimano Altus
Rear derailleur	SRAM X5
Crankset	Shimano M311 42/32/22t
Bottom bracket	sealed cartridge
Cassette	SRAM 8spd 11 32t
Chain	KMC Z7
Pedals	MTB caged alloy

Brakes

Brakes	Avid Elixir 1 160mm

Cockpit & contact points

Handlebar	Giant Sport Alloy low rise
Stem	Giant Sport Alloy 31.8mm
Saddle	Giant Performance MTB
Seatpost	Giant Sport Alloy 30.9mm

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Giant Tracker Sport Giant Tracker Sport
Front tire	Kenda Small Block 8 29x2.1

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