Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Giant
2008 Giant Rainier W
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Overview
About this bike
2008 Giant Rainier W value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame Construction
- TIG-welded
- Frame Tubing Material
- Aluxx SL aluminum
- Fork Brand & Model
- RockShox Dart 3, 100mm travel
- Fork Material
- Steel/aluminum, single crown
- Rear Shock
- Not applicable
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 2008 Giant Rainier W
- Component Group
- Mountain Mix
- Shift Levers
- SRAM X.5
- Crankset
- TruVativ IsoFlow 3.0, 22/32/44 teeth
- Bottom Bracket
- TruVativ Powerspline
- Rear Cogs
- 9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano HG-73
Brakes
- Brakeset
- Hayes MX-4 brakes, Tektro Alloy levers
Cockpit
- Seatpost
- Alloy, 30.9mm diameter
- Saddle
- WTB Speed She Comp
- Handlebar
- Alloy riser
- Headset
- 1 1/8inch integrated
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Formula disc
- Rims
- WTB Dual Duty XC
- Tires
- Front: 26 x 2.1inch Kenda Blue Groove, Rear: 26 x 2.1inch Kenda Nevegal
- Spoke Brand
- Stainless steel
Pedals
- Pedals
- Alloy platform
Accessories
- Colors
- Olive/Brushed
- Extensions
- Not included
Weight & Sizing
- Sizes
- 12.5inch, 14inch, 16inch, 18inch
Frame sizing
XS4'10"-5'2"
S5'2"-5'6"
M5'6"-5'10"
L5'10"-6'2"
XL6'2"-6'6"
M highlighted as most common resale size. Sourced from catalog metadata.
Geometry
- Stack
- Varies by size
- Reach
- Varies by size
- Wheelbase
- Varies by size
Industry standard. Sourced from catalog metadata.
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Wheel condition
Inspect rims, hubs, spokes, and bearing play; ask about the tire age and any prior wheel rebuilds.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.
Inspection
Suspension service
Confirm fork lowers and rear shock service intervals; ask for the most recent service receipts.
Inspection
Frame pivots & bearings
Cycle the suspension off the bike to feel for play, grit, or noise in pivot bearings.