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2011 Giant

XtC Composite 29er Frameset

A 29″ carbon frame crosscountry frameset.

Manufacturer Price

$1,550
FrameCarbon
Wheels29″
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Sizing
SM

5'2" – 5'8"

MD

5'6" – 5'11"

LG

5'10" – 6'3"

XL

6'1" – 6'7"

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Summary

The Giant XTC is a lightweight, agile mountain bike designed for youth, offering a fast and smooth ride with impressive shock absorption. It excels in climbing and acceleration, thanks to its carbon fiber frame and 29-inch wheels, though it may lack confidence on descents. The bike is praised for its affordability and performance, making it a great choice for young riders looking for a competitive edge.

Pros
  • Lightweight and agile design

  • Excellent shock absorption and comfort

  • Strong climbing performance

  • Affordable for a carbon-fiber bike

  • 29-inch wheels enhance trail versatility

Cons
  • Less confident on descents

  • Firm saddle and stretched reach may not suit all

  • Short-travel fork limits downhill performance

Key Quotes
If you want a fast, smooth, mile-eater, look no further.
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The rigid and lightweight feeling hard tail wastes absolutely no energy in the process of turning revolutions into forward motion.
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Add it all up, and Decker should be among the front group that hits the base of the Columbine Mine ascent together.
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BikeRadar
Video: Giant XtC Composite 29er 1 review

Apr 2012 · Mike Davis

The XtC Composite 29er 1 is so smooth and carries so much speed it almost feels like cheating

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Mountain Bike Action
Bike Test: Giant XTC Composite 0

Feb 2012 · MBA Action

The Giant XTC Composite 0  A racing thoroughbred that loves to shred trails   Giant, despite its namesake, entered the 29er game a bit late. They unveiled

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MTBR
Bike Test: Giant XTC 0

Feb 2012 · Mountainbiketales

- Mtbr.com

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VeloNews
Leadville Pro Bike – Carl Decker's Giant XtC Composite 29er

Aug 2011 · Emily Schaldach

The Bend, Oregon-resident won the Downieville All-Mountain World Championship last year on Giant's Anthem X 29er full-suspension bike, and is roundly considered one of the best descenders on the North American cross-country circuit.

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Bikerumor
2010 Giant XTC-1 29er - Ride Review and Weights

Sep 2009 · Tyler Benedict

Giant’s demo trailer rolled through town a bit ago, and we rode the tar out of the bikes, including the new XTC 29er hardtail mountain bike.  Three of us put about 25 miles (total) on this bike, riding a S, L and XL. So…how’s it ride? Hit ‘more’ to see lots of photos and our …

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