The 2008 Giant Arete is a mountain bike with an aluminum ALUXX SL frame. The frame has a bronze / brushed finish.
It was released in 2008 and costs $900 brand new. Due to the frame materials and other factors, we estimate that this bike weighs around 35 pounds. The Arete 2008 has fork suspension with 100mm travel.
Components
The Arete 2008 comes with Mountain Mix components, including a Race Face Ride XC 31.8 stem, an integrated headset and SRAM X.5 shifters.
Drivetrain
The Arete 2008 has 9 speeds and has a SRAM X.7 derailleur.
Wheels
It comes with Kenda Small Block Eight tires ( x in front and x rear.) and WTB Dual Duty XC rims.