Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Giant
1993 Giant Cadex ALR 1
Value Guide market data · 1993 Giant Cadex ALR 1
12-month trend
— %
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
65%
Holds value better than category avg
Price over time - 1993 Giant Cadex ALR 1
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Overview
About this bike
1993 Giant Cadex ALR 1 value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Fork Brand & Model
- Cadex aluminum
- Frame Construction
- Bonded aluminum
- Frame Tubing Material
- Giant aluminum 7005
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- Shimano 105
- Cassette
- 8-speed, 13 - 23 teeth
- Chain
- Shimano CN-HG70
- Component Group
- Shimano 105SC
- Crankset
- Shimano 105SC, 39/53 teeth
- Shifters
- Shimano 105SC downtube
Brakes
- Brakes
- Shimano 105SC brakes, levers
Cockpit
- Handlebar
- SR/Modolo 6 Bend
- Stem
- Giant SL Heat Treated Cr-Mo
- Saddle
- Giant G-2 Racing
- Seatpost
- Polygon PM-301
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Shimano 105SC
- Rims
- Campagnolo Omicron, 32-hole
- Tires
- Michelin Select Sport
Weight & Sizing
- Weight
- 23
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
Carbon inspection
Tap test the frame, fork, seatpost, and bars for cracks; verify no impact damage near dropouts.
Inspection
Brake hoses & cables
Check hydraulic line bleed, cable housing wear, and confirm rotors are within spec.