All–new for 2008, the XtC Alliance features a perfect blend of composite and aluminum to create the ultimate hardtail experience. Lightweight. Stiff. Superior ride compliance.
FRAME TECHNOLOGY
Giant’s proprietary Alliance frame technology takes advantage of the performance benefits of both aluminum and composite. Through careful, seamless integration of these two materials, off-road riders of all levels can reap the benefits of increased comfort and performance from this unique blend.
| SIZES | 17, 19, 21in |
| FRAME | Alliance Composite T700/ALUXX |
| FORK | RockShox Recon SL air 100mm travel, remote TurnKey lock out |
| SHOCK | N/A |
| HANDLEBAR | GIANT A5 aluminium |
| STEM | GIANT A3 aluminium ahead |
| SEAT POST | GIANT A5 aluminium |
| SADDLE | WTB Silverado Race |
| PEDALS | Shimano SPD M505 |
| SHIFTERS | Shimano LX 27 speed RapidFire Plus |
| FRONT MECH | Shimano Deore |
| REAR MECH | Shimano XT Shadow |
| BRAKES | Avid Juicy 3 hydraulic disc, 160mm rotors |
| BRAKE LEVER | Avid |
| CASSETTE | SRAM PG950 11-34 |
| CHAIN | Shimano HG73 |
| CRANKS | RaceFace Ride XC X-Type 22/32/44 |
| BOTTOM BRACKET | RaceFace X-Type |
| RIMS | Mavic XM117 |
| HUBS | Shimano Deore |
| SPOKES | Stainless steel |
| TYRES | Kenda Small Block Eight 26x2.1'' DTC |
