The mountain bike experience starts here. With a redesigned frame that’s now lighter and more durable, along with a smooth-riding suspension fork, thru-axle hubs*, and a 1x drivetrain*, this aluminum hardtail is everything an aspiring MTB rider needs to evolve and advance. *on select models. FEATURES: Modern MTB Design: Tapered fork steerer tubes*, quality components including a 1x drivetrain* with clutch-equipped rear derailleurs, thru-axle hubs*, internal cable routing (including dropper seatpost) and an integrated chainstay protector give aspiring trail riders room to grow. *on select models Off-Road Control: New geometry is optimized for confident trail riding and two different wheel sizes (27.5 or 29-inch) depending on frame size. The geometry is also designed for front suspension with either an 80mm or 100mm fork depending on frame size. All models have clearance for high-volume tires (up to 2.4-inch) for traction and grip on technical terrain. Light and Durable: All-new ALUXX aluminum frame features updated shaping and a lighter overall weight for improved performance on off-road terrain. SPECS: Frame ALUXX-grade aluminum, disc Fork SXC32-3 RL, coil spring, thru axle, steel steerer, 15x110 XS: 80mm travel (27.5) S: 80mm travel (27.5) / 100mm travel (29) M:100mm travel (29) L: 100mm travel (29) XL: 100mm travel (29) XXL: 100mm travel (29) Rear Shock N/A Rims/Wheels Giant GX03V 29 or 27.5, alloy, double wall, 21mm inner width Hubs [F] Giant Tracker hub, sealed bearing, 15x110 thru axle. [R] Giant Tracker hub, 12x142 thru axle, 24-pawl drive Spokes stainless, 14g Tires Maxxis Rekon 27.5x2.4" or Maxxis Rekon Race 29x2.4", wire bead Crankset ProWheel Charm, 32t (27.5) or 30t (29) XS: 165mm (27.5) S: 165mm (27.5) / 170mm (29) M: 170mm (29) L: 170mm (29) XL: 175mm (29) XXL: 175mm (29) Chainrings N/A Bottom Bracket cartridge Chain KMC X9 Front Derailleur N/A Rear Derailleur microSHIFT Advent, clutch Cassette/Rear Cogs microSHIFT, 11x46 Shifters microSHIFT Advent, 1x9 Handlebars Giant Connect Trail, 31.8mm XS: 690mm (27.5) S: 690mm (27.5) / 750mm (29) M: 780mm (29) L: 780mm (29) XL: 780mm (29) XXL: 780mm (29) Stem Giant Sport, 7-degree XS: 40mm (27.5) S: 50mm (27.5) / 50mm (29) M: 60mm (29) L: 70mm (29) XL: 80mm (29) XXL: 90mm (29) Brakes Tektro HDC M275, hydraulic, Tektro rotors [F]180mm, [R]160mm Pedals MTB caged Saddle Giant ErgoContact Trail Seat Post Giant Sport, 30.9 XS: 350mm (27.5) S: 350mm (27.5) / 375mm (29) M: 375mm (29) L: 375mm (29) XL: 420mm (29) XXL: 420mm (29) Extras N/A