Custom build Giant XTC (new pics upgraded)
gunga73
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These are pics of my Giant XTC 2010 custom build, what do you think? http://www.flickr.com/photos/gunga73/se ... 3236722142
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looks really good 8)CUBE ltd 2012,reba sl, XT, saint, DMR, spank, current xc/am ride
GIANT boulder, marzzochi EXR, LX/alivio, DMR, spank, retro build0 -
frame is medium 18" fox forks f120 rl 15mm thru axle, xt shifters and mechs and bb, raceface deus xc bars stem and chainset, xtr gear cables and chain, wtb laser trail wheelset, raceface evolve seatpost and sdg bel air saddle ti rails, hope rear skewer and seatclamp, hayes stroker trail brakes, odi yeti lock on grips0
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Just added more pics http://www.flickr.com/photos/gunga73/se ... 32367221420
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love it dude!
I have the same frame! love those tyres make it soo much more butch!0 -
The tyres are Kenda Nevegals0
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Looking good0
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Gorgeous!0
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Latest pic was taken at Cogra Moss, Cumbria0
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new pics added0
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Nice build and I like it, does the frame have smooth gloss finish or rough matt finish? and what travel you running on the forks?
I think Giant bikes are great bikes, excellent design too.
Enjoy 8)0 -
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The frame has got a matt finish i wouldn't say it was rough though, i'm running 120mm on the forks0
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Any suggestions?0
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I've changed the tyres to Maxxis ignitors, the Kenda's were slow0
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Was going to say - the nevegals are good through rocky stuff but they roll slow and run scared at the sight of muddy trails. They don't give much warning when they're about to let go either!
That XTC build is lovely - I've got a similar frame built up with Rebas, X9 and a few bits and pieces that are in the process of being upgraded.
What weight have you got yours to?I hate it when people say David Beckham's stupid...its not like anyone ever says: 'Stephen Hawking - he's s**t at football.' Paul Calf0 -
Havn't weighed it, feels light though, at a guess i would say about 23-24lb, maybe less.0
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Those Giants are ace, makes me want the trance (in white) so much more!0
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Thinking about putting carbon bars on, race face next xc sl.0
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Nice, very nice. How are you finding running 120's on that frame? I ran some MX Pro 120's on my 2004 frame for a few years. It was okay, but when I put 80mm SIDs on there, it made such an improvement to the bike's position.
Also, keep a watchful eye on the top-cap of that Seatpost. The seat-clamp mechanism has a habit of levering them off. I've had 2 replaced under warrenty and won't use them now.
This is so making me want to build up my hardtail again...0 -
I'm finding the 120's running well, had 100's on first and i think the 120's feel better, i suppose people have different preferences, having no problem with seatpost so far but will keep an eye on it, thanks for the heads up.0
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Just upgraded bars and seatpost to Raceface Next sl, will post pics soon.0
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My top tube has developed a crack near the seat tube, have to get replacement frame. gutted
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In the process of getting frame replaced0
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If I ever get my XTC powdercoated,I might have to nick yours as inspiration. 8)
My forks were originally set at 85mm but I recently removed the internal spacer to get 100mm.Much better on the descents now,and does`nt seem to have runined the quick steering.
Interesting to see you running yours at 120mm.
What were Giant like to deal with to get the frame replaced?
First time I have ever heard of a Giant XTCframe failing.
experience of my own XTC is that they are pretty robust,though mine is an older model,without the skinny tapering top tube.2006 Giant XTC
2010 Giant Defy Advanced
2016 Boardman Pro 29er
2016 Pinnacle Lithium 4
2017 Canondale Supersix Evo0 -
Giant have been great, getting replacement frame on tuesday, coming from netherlands, it's been just over a week, so i'm quite happy with the service.0
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Received new frame minus headset, so having to wait for giant to send the one off my old frame. not impressed like0
