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2020 Giant

XtC Jr Disc 24

A 24″ aluminum frame mountain youth bike with modest components and mechanical disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

$435
FrameAluminum
SuspensionHardtail, 50mm
Wheels24″ Aluminum
GroupsetTourney, Altus
BrakesMechanical Disc
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Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Handling
nimblestable
XtC Jr Disc 24
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

21 mph

XtC Jr Disc 24

Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
One Size

4'3" – 5'0"

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Summary

The Giant XTC is a youth mountain bike that excels in cross-country (XC) racing with its lightweight, advanced aluminum frame and XC-focused geometry. It offers aggressive handling and precision on technical singletrack, making it a great choice for young riders looking to get into XC racing. The bike is praised for its affordability and race-ready components, though some reviews note the absence of a dropper post and a stiff ride quality.

Pros
  • Lightweight and strong advanced aluminum frame

  • XC-focused geometry for aggressive handling

  • Affordable pricing starting at $1,200

  • Room for up to 2.4-inch tires for versatility

  • Internal cable routing with dropper post accommodations

Cons
  • Lacks a dropper post in some specs

  • Ride quality can be stiff

  • Gear cable may rattle inside the frame

Key Quotes
What about those of us who just want to catch the Tuesday night local circuit and simply aren’t into shreddy trail-oriented hardtails?
BIKE Magazine logoBIKE Magazine
The XTC loves, almost begs, to be ridden with aggression, and it’s in its element when you’re out of the saddle and trying to rip the handlebar in a different direction of the cranks.
Cycling Tips logoCycling Tips
If you’re thinking of dabbling in XC racing but aren’t convinced it’s your jam, The XTC SLR might just be right up your alley.
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Bikerumor
Giant go long with updated alloy XC hardtail mountain bike - 2021 Giant XTC SLR 29

Jul 2020 · Jessie-May Morgan

2021 Giant XTC SLR 29 hardtail mountain bike goes long in the chainstay for improved stability, two models offered with wide range gearing.

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BIKE Magazine
Giant Introduces XTC SLR Budget XC Bikes

Jul 2020

These are polarizing times. Seems like everybody’s either on one end of the spectrum or the other. I speak, of course, of hardtails. There are more and more aggressive, boundary-pushing rigs out there, and the ever-present XC hardtail holdouts. But the latter are usually aimed at the gram-counting racers that clearly are a bit too…

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VeloNews
Giant XTC SLR 29 is heavy on tech, light on wallet

Jul 2020 · VeloNews.com

The XTC SLR's aluminum frame is Giant's lightest and is fabricated using a proprietary hydroforming process to create a race-worthy and affordable bike.

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Cycling Tips
2020 Giant XTC Advanced SL 29 1 hardtail review: fast as - CyclingTips

Feb 2020 · Dave Rome

When it comes to riding bikes, there are few things I love more than finding the flow of a snaking singletrack trail, smashing the pedals out of turns and feeling my wheels leave terra firma, even if it’s only for a microsecond. The latest trend of gravel bikes certainly lets you experience this thrill, but […]

Highs
  • Impressively light and efficient, well-rounded racing geometry, durable and race-ready component specification.

Lows
  • Could use a straight (and dropper) seatpost, ride quality still on the stiff side, resin-only brake rotors, gear cable rattles in frame, contact points.

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Mountain Bike Action
Tested - Giant XTC Advanced +

Nov 2017 · MBA Action

Big Tires and Big Performance When Giant decided to design a plus-sized hardtail, they didn’t want another me-too bike in its line—one that was built from

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

ALUXX-Grade Aluminum

ColorOlive Green

Fork

Giant WIN254, 50mm

Travel50mm

Shock

N/A

Bottom Bracket

semi-cartridge

Stem

forged alloy Ahead, 8-degree

Handlebar

Giant Sport, alloy, 31.8

Saddle

Giant Grow Technology

Seatpost

alloy, single-bolt, 27.2

TypeRigid

Pedals

platform

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Altus

Front Derailleur

Shimano Tourney

Crank

alloy, 24/34/42, 140mm

Shifters

Shimano RevoShifter

Cassette

14x34

Chain

KMC HV500

Brakes

mechanical disc

TypeMechanical Disc

Brake Levers

alloy, junior MTB

Wheels
Rims

Giant Kids 24", alloy

Spokes

stainless, 14g

Front Hub

nutted, 28h

Rear Hub

nutted, 28h

Tires

Giant Junior Lite Giant Sport 20x1.95"

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