Giant Arête
(Performance Hardtail) 2008

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.



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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.

SIZES: 2XS (13), XS (14.5), S (16), M (18)
COLORS: Bronze / Brushed
FRAME: ALUXX SL aluminum
FORK: Marzocchi MZ Race, 100mm travel w/Lockout
HANDLEBARS: Race Face Evolve XC low rise, 31.8mm
HANDLEBAR STEM: Race Face Evolve XC, 6 degree rise
SEATPOST: Race Face Evolve XC, 350x30.9mm
SADDLE: WTB Deva Comp
PEDALS: NA
SHIFTERS: SRAM X5
FRONT DERAILLEUR: Shimano Deore
REAR DERAILLEUR: SRAM X7
BRAKES: Hayes Stroker Ryde Disc
BRAKE LEVERS: Hayes Stroker Ryde
CASSETTE: Shimano HG-50 11-34T, 9-speed
CHAIN:Shimano HG-73
CRANKSET: TruVativ 5D 3.1, 22/32/44T
BOTTOM BRACKET: TruVativ Power Spline
RIMS: WTB Dual Duty XC, Double Wall
HUBS: Formula 32H Disc
SPOKES: Stainless Steel
TIRES: Kenda Small Block Eight, folding, Front: 26x2.1 Rear: 26x1.95

"All specs are subject to change without notice"