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Submitted by
niven
a Weekend Warrior
from waDate Reviewed: September 28, 2009
Strengths: HandlingWeaknesses: Original components - low endBottom Line: I upgraded this bike to an all XTR, high end shocks and rims - weighs in at less than 24 lbs. The bike is not only super light it looks and rides awesome. Frame only original component remaining. however, frame fantastic and this bike is well worth the upgrade money.I have no trouble getting up and down some pretty technical trails. This is a rare bike and in perfect condition. If u can find one it is worth the effort.
Favorite Trail: local trails
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$4000.00
Purchased At: aus
Similar Products Used: Specialized
Bike Setup: MCM DSI 980 Frame - natural carbon/polished
2004 XTR Crankset
2004 XTR Crankset Shifters
2004XTR rear Derailleur
XT Braze On front der
Dura Ace/XTR Chain
2004 XTR Cassette
2004 XTR Brakes f&r
Thomson 30.9 mm post
Thomson Stem
Mavic Crossride Wheelset
Chris King Nothhreadset
Speedplay frog pedal
PBS CTR Bars
Ritchey tvp Grips
Panaracer Fire XC Pro Tubeless MTB Tire
Sella Italia Tri matic Gell
2004 Rock Shox race
2004 Rock Shox Uturn shock
Frame Angles: 70.9 head, 73.4 seat
Frame Construction: TIG-welded/bonded
Frame Tubing Material: carbon fiber composite/aluminum
Geometry - Chainstay Length: 16.9"; Fork Rake: 1.6": Top Tube Length: 23.4"; Wheelbase: 42.8"
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Submitted by
xc guy
a Cross Country Rider
from Telluride, CODate Reviewed: March 16, 2009
Strengths: climbs & carves really well. Awesome on the single track. great looks!Weaknesses: noneBottom Line: I would grab one NOW! Hard to fine!
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Price Paid:
$3000.00
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niv
a Cross Country Rider
from waDate Reviewed: April 12, 2004
Strengths: looks and handlingWeaknesses: cost to upgradeBottom Line: I upgraded this bike to an all XTR, high end shocks and rims, resu;ying in the smoothest, most physicaly economical bike that I have ever ridden. It turns heads and even those who know about bikes appreciate the componentry. This bike has now become my favorite and of course now it weighs in at less than 24 lbs
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$4000.00
Purchased At: aus
Similar Products Used: unicoi
Bike Setup: MCM DSI 980 Frame
2004 XTR Crankset
2004 XTR Crankset Shifters
2004XTR rear Derailleur
XT Braze On front der
Dura Ace/XTR Chain
2004 XTR Cassette
2004 XTR Brakes f&r
Thomson 30.9 mm post
Thomson Stem
Mavic Crossride Wheelset
Chris King Nothhreadset
Speedplay frog pedal
PBS CTR Bars
Ritchey tvp Grips
Hutchison Python gold tires
Sella Italia Tri matic Gell
2004 Rock Shox race
2004 Rock Shox Uturn shock
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Dave Kim
a Cross Country Rider
from Covina, CA USADate Reviewed: February 19, 2004
Strengths: Carbon Fiber Main Frame. Does not bob like other full suspension bikes while sprinting hard. Very rigid frame. AWESOME LOOKS. FAST if you have the muscle. Real head turner eventhough the bike is 7 years old. Very rare with a one of a kind look considered somewhat exotic.Weaknesses: Weights 29LBS, Very Pricey and out of reach for many mountain bikers, the dilemma of the strength and durability of a Carbon Fiber Frame. No disc brake mounts. Costly to upgrade to disc brakes.Bottom Line: The first time I saw this bike through the display glass window, I considered it to be one of the most awesome looking bikes I ever saw. I have always been a fan of Giant Bicycles so when the opportunity to purchase the MCM 980 brand new way below the market cost came up, I couldn't resist. The bike is real head turner that always gets attention even from non cyclist. The frame has a unique design that has a very exotic look. The bike is a excellent climber and it is also fast. I clocked myself doing 42MPH down a paved road once. The rear suspension design is very well engineered. While sprinting as fast as I can, the rear does not bob at all when you tighten up the stock Rock Shox shock. However like other people who own this bike, I had the same dilemma whether to upgrade or sell the bike. With a retail of $3000, I felt the bike came with some cheaper components that you would not expect on such a expensive bike. Mainly the LX componentry. Many bike manufactures do not produce carbon fiber frames anymore. Their popularity has gone down quite a bit in my opinion. It makes me wonder why? Some say Carbon frames are fragile, but my bike has been running strong for 7 years now and no damage what so ever. Some say Carbon Fiber bikes last 2-3 years. Well mine is still going strong. I decided to keep it and upgrade the components and mainly disc brake upgrades. I believe the bike is very rare so if you can find one for about $800-$1000 these days, it a real good find. I recommend this bike for Cross Country riders and Weekend Warriors. Does well on paved roads also. For ski slope downhiller, I recommend disc brake upgrades because V-Brakes just can't cut it.
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$1100.00
Purchased At: Local Giant Dealer 7 years ago NEW.
Similar Products Used: GIANT ATX980, GIANT Carbon Fiber Hardtail, GT LTS-2, CANNONDALE with Suspension head shock.
Bike Setup: SRAM Gripshift X-Ray, Shimano XT front and rear derailleurs, Shimano LX hubs and Crank, MAVIC 220 Rims. V-Brakes. All stock equipment.
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niv
a Weekend Warrior
from waDate Reviewed: January 30, 2004
Strengths: a real head turner and so comfortable to rideWeaknesses: needs an upgrade to XTR componentry and rim upgradesBottom Line: trouble with a bike like this is the frame is so awesome you find your self in the dilemma of do I upgrade, sell or what. It is truly the coolest bike I have seen. I have thouhgt about selling it and even had a light speed unicoi for a while but the mcm 980 turned more heads was more comfortable but not as quick because of the weight differences between the two. I wonder what the difference would be if I upgraded the Giant componentry to that of the Litespeed. Hmm
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$3000.00
Purchased At: local bike shop
Similar Products Used: litespeed
Bike Setup: full suspension
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Mario
a Cross Country Rider
from Magog, QC, CanadaDate Reviewed: February 15, 2003
Strengths: It looks BEAUTIFUL...
It rides better than it looks !!!
Fantastic handling, climbs quickly, soaks up small bumps easily but does not bob. Excellent!!!
Great carbon frame. Stong strong strong!!!Weaknesses: Not super light... but it doesnt matter. RS rear shock.Bottom Line: It handles like a dream, climbs like it's attached to a hot air balloon and bombs downhill with speed and precision. The only downside is that they are very difficult to come by these days with only a few frames still available. Anyone who is serious about riding XC quickly, wants a dualie and can find a frame should buy one now!!! This thing makes all kinds of terrain managable. The suspension can be adjusted all over the place, but it has never felt unstable or in any way out of control for me. Very tight, very predictable, very smooth.
Favorite Trail: Coaticook
Duration Product Used: More than 3 years
Price Paid:
$2000.00
Similar Products Used: None
Bike Setup: Xt/Lx derailleur, Maruga HS33 brake. RS Judy xc (front) and RS coupe deluxe (rear)
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Trevor
a Downhiller
from CanadaDate Reviewed: March 13, 2001
Strengths: The bike is super stiff and strong
Turns heads all the timeWeaknesses: stand over could be better
cables in frame
no rear disc mountsBottom Line: For a heavy bike(32)give or take,their are few bikes that can match it.
The bike can handle what ever you throw at it
I would never sell the frame and can't see myself
buying another bike any time soon
Favorite Trail: baseline mtn.
Duration Product Used: 6 months
Price Paid:
$800.00
Purchased At: here and there
Similar Products Used: mainly gt hard tails
Bike Setup: dho shock 20mm axle,formula hydr.disc,easton bar,race face
bb and cranks and panaracers frt and rear
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royce
a Cross Country Rider
from south dakDate Reviewed: January 29, 2001
Strengths: sexy carbon looksWeaknesses: heavy,no disc mounts on the frameBottom Line: I love this bike.I havent experienced any frame failure.plenty of usable travel and not much bob.i did switch over to shimano xt and xtr components,ad i am very glad i did.If you have never experienced an xtr shift you must.I never knew they would be so precise.If you run across one of these bikes used and for sale I would recomend buying it.If you want to quizz me on it before buyig you can e mail me as I am certain I will still own it.Anyways,the bike flies down singletrack like a scalded cat.The cross country geometry coupled with the light stiff carbon frame make it awesome in technical sections.It isnt the lightest bike on the market(28 lbs from factory) but it is built heavy enough to take a freeride hit.
Favorite Trail: centenial
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Price Paid:
$1000.00
Purchased At: pedal and paddle pierre,sd
Similar Products Used: hoo koo e koo,c dale raven,c dale super v 900
Bike Setup: i have swapped around parts til i came up with these,and i think i will keep it like this.xtr hubs and rear der,xt bb shifter/brake combos brake arms front der and cranks,easton ct2 carbon bar and post,kore lite stem,fizik nisene saddle,RS judy sl and coupe deluxe
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Royce
a Cross Country Rider
from onida,sdDate Reviewed: June 11, 2000
Strengths: cool frame and carbon looksWeaknesses: a little heavy to startBottom Line: this is a cool bike to start out but is to heavy,I got it for 1000 bucks(I work at a shop) and have added @ 1500 bucks wholesale worth of light weight goodies to it.It now weighs under 25 lbs,but it wasnt cheep.If you want a reallycool looking bike and dont mind 28 lbs than get it ,but if you want it lighter be prepaired to pay through the nose!
Favorite Trail: centenial
Duration Product Used: 6 months
Similar Products Used: gari fischer hoo koo e koo
Bike Setup: at 28 lbs Ive been adding lighter comps like ti spokes,mythos 395g slicks,king hubs,air cartridges,fox vanilla float rear shock,easton ct 2 bar and post,wtb ti saddle,and speedplay frog ti peddles,xtr ti cogs
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a Cross-Country Rider
from hgjhgjhgDate Reviewed: March 31, 1999
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This is the bike I own and it is ing awesome for a 14 year old to own! It also is my first mountain bike. I love it and you should all love it too!
This is the bike I own and it is ing awesome for a 14 year old to own! It also is my first mountain bike. I love it and you should all love it too!
This is the bike I own and it is ing awesome for a 14 year old to own! It also is my first mountain bike. I love it and you should all love it too!
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This is the bike I own and it is ing awesome for a 14 year old to own! It also is my first mountain bike. I love it and you should all love it too!
This is the bike I own and it is ing awesome for a 14 year old to own! It also is my first mountain bike. I love it and you should all love it too!
This is the bike I own and it is ing awesome for a 14 year old to own! It also is my first mountain bike. I love it and you should all love it too!
This is the bike I own and it is ing awesome for a 14 year old to own! It also is my first mountain bike. I love it and you should all love it too!
This is the bike I own and it is ing awesome for a 14 year old to own! It also is my first mountain bike. I love it and you should all love it too!
This is the bike I own and it is ing awesome for a 14 year old to own! It also is my first mountain bike. I love it and you should all love it too!
This is the bike I own and it is ing awesome for a 14 year old to own! It also is my first mountain bike. I love it and you should all love it too!
This is the bike I own and it is ing awesome for a 14 year old to own! It also is my first mountain bike. I love it and you should all love it too!
Favorite Trail:
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Duration Product Used:
3 months
Similar Products Used:
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Bike Setup:
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