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: 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 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. 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 SR Suntour XCE, steel steerer XS: 80mm travel (27.5) S: 80mm travel (27.5) / 100mm travel (29) Rear Shock N/A Rims/Wheels Giant GX03V 29 or 27.5, alloy, double wall, 21mm inner width Hubs alloy, sealed bearing, [F] 15x110 thru axle, [R] 12x142 thru-axle Spokes stainless, 14g Tires Maxxis Ikon 27.5x2.2 or Maxxis Ikon 29x2.2, wire bead Crankset ProWheel Forged, 33t (27.5) or 30t (29) XS: 165mm (27.5) S: 165mm (27.5) / 170mm (29) M: 175mm  Chainrings N/A Chain Guide N/A Bottom Bracket cartridge Chain KMC 8.3 Rear Derailleur microSHIFT Acolyte Cassette/Rear Cogs microSHIFT, 12x46 Shifters microSHIFT Acolyte, 1x8 Handlebars Giant Connect Trail, 31.8mm XS: 690mm (27.5) S: 690mm (27.5) / 750mm (29) M: 780mm (29) Grips Giant Sole-O Stem Giant Sport, 7-degree XS: 40mm (27.5) S: 50mm (27.5) / 50mm (29) M: 60mm (29) Brakes Tektro 172, mechanical, Tektro rotors [F]160mm, [R]160mm Pedals Sold Separately Saddle Giant ErgoContact Trail Seat Post Giant Sport, 30.9 XS: 350mm (27.5) S: 350mm (27.5) / 375mm (29) M: 375mm (29)