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XtC 29er 2
A 29″ aluminum frame hardtail crosscountry bike with upper mid-range components and avid mechanical disc brakes.
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$1,400| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Hardtail, 100mm |
| Fork | Marzocchi |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 3 × 9 |
| Groupset | Deore, Alivio |
| Brakes | Avid Mechanical Disc |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
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 comfort and handling, making it a joy to ride on trails.
Lightweight and agile design
Excellent shock absorption and comfort
Strong climbing performance
29-inch wheels for better trail navigation
Affordable for a carbon-fiber bike
Less confident on descents
Firm saddle and stretched reach may not suit all
Short-travel fork limits downhill performance
If you want a fast, smooth, mile-eater, look no further.
BikeRadarThe rigid and lightweight feeling hard tail wastes absolutely no energy in the process of turning revolutions into forward motion.
MTBRAdd 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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Apr 2012 · Mike Davis
The XtC Composite 29er 1 is so smooth and carries so much speed it almost feels like cheating
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
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.
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 …
| Frame | ALUXX SL-Grade Aluminum BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: Charcoal / Red |
|---|---|
| Fork | Marzocchi 44TST2 w/ 15mm Thru-Axle, OverDrive Steerer, 100mm Travel Travel: 100mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | N/A |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano Press Fit |
| Stem | Giant Connect |
| Handlebar | Giant Contact, Flat 31.8 |
| Saddle | Giant Performance MTB |
| Seatpost | Giant Connect, 30.9 Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Alivio |
| Crank | Shimano M542, 22/32/44 |
| Shifters | Shimano Alivio, 3x9 Speed |
| Cassette | Shimano HG61, 12x36, 9-Speed |
| Chain | Shimano HG-53 |
| Brakes | Avid Elixir 1, [F] 180mm, [R] 160mm Type: Avid Mechanical Disc |
| Brake Levers | Avid Elixir 1 |
| Rims | Giant S-XC29 2 |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless Steel |
| Front Hub | [F] Giant Tracker Sealed/CNC w/ 15mm Axle, [R] Giant Tracker Performance, 32h |
| Rear Hub | [F] Giant Tracker Sealed/CNC w/ 15mm Axle, [R] Giant Tracker Performance, 32h |
| Tires | Schwalbe Racing Ralph, 29x2.25 EVO Folding TL Ready |
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Last updated July 8
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