Arete 2 w
Overview
French for “ridge crest,” Arête is equally bold and sharp as its geologic namesake. Loaded with features, this premiere women’s hardtail is built for speed and comfort on the trail or on the racecourse.
Frame Technology
Highly efficient and lightning fast, Arête features ALUXX SL butted alloy tuned specifically for women who demand a competition-level hardtail that doesn’t sacrifice enjoyment on the trail.
Full Specs
| SIZES | 14.5, 16, 18in |
| FRAME | ALUXX aluminium, Fluid Formed |
| FORK | RockShox Tora 302 100mm travel, remote TurnKey lockout |
| SHOCK | N/A |
| HANDLEBAR | GIANT A5 aluminium riser |
| STEM | GIANT A3 aluminium ahead |
| SEAT POST | GIANT A5 aluminium |
| SADDLE | GIANT women's specific |
| PEDALS | Steel with resin body and toe clips |
| SHIFTERS | Shimano Deore 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 | FSA Alpha Drive 22/32/44 |
| BOTTOM BRACKET | FSA Power Drive |
| RIMS | Alex DP-17 |
| HUBS | Shimano Deore |
| SPOKES | Stainless steel |
| TYRES | Kenda Small Block Eight 26x2.1'' DTC |
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