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Giant's new Trance X line falls between the x-country and all-mountain freestyle categories (good for trail riders and singletrack climbs and descents).  The X2 is the entry level model, with the XO being the top end in the line.  The Trance X2 deliver 5 inches of travel with Maestro Suspension's new setup, and the Giant design team has tweeked some design issues to keep the Trance X bikes lightweight around 27-30 lbs using the all-new Aluxx SL alloy frameset.

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Great bike and components for <$2000
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Black frame looks awesome
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Full Suspension bike under 30lbs
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Features:

  • Fox 32 F120R, 120mm suspension fork and Fox Float R rear shock
  • Hayes Stroker Ryde Hydraulic disc brakes
  • Race Face Ride XC handlebar, stem and seatpost
  • WTB Speed Disc Trail rim/sealed hub wheelset 

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    1.  avatar dakalvia  Apr 29, 2008 11:32am

    Took this out for the first ride of the year on the weekend....very sweet. This is an awesome trail machine with wicked suspension and is light enough to rip uphills as well as down. Love it so far.
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      Key Features:

      Bike Features Full-Suspension
      Bike Frame Aluxx SL alloy
      Bike Type All Mountain
      Manufacturer Giant
      Price $1,999.00
      Product Line Trance X
      Release Date Jan. 1, 2008

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      1 contributor -  dakalvia
      Created: 03/17/2008 - 19:06
      Modified: 04/29/2008 - 11:32
      Model # variations:

      X, 2, X2