Torpado T590 Storm (2016)

GET A FEEL FOR THE TRAIL WITH THIS CLASSIC HARDTAIL MADE FOR ASPIRING SINGLETRACK RIDERS. IT FEATURES LARGER DIAMETER 29-INCH WHEELS THAT GIVE IT ADDED STABILITY ON XC TERRAIN—SO YOU CAN PUSH THE PACE ON CLIMBS AND LET LOOSE ON THE DESCENTS.

Built on a new lightweight ALUXX aluminum frame that features classic hardtail design plus the balanced riding characteristics of either larger diameter 29-inch or 27.5-inch wheels, Talon is a great choice for XC or light trail terrain. The frame geometry is specifically designed to adapt to its respective wheel size and either an 80mm or 100mm suspension fork (depending on frame size). It’s a confident ride that’s perfect for ambitious riders who want to take their off-road skills to the next level.

KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS

Proven alloy performance – ALUXX aluminum frameset is hand-built in-house by the world leader in aluminum engineering.

Balance and stability – Frame geometry is designed to optimize the balance and roll-over capabilities of 29-inch wheels or the liveliness of 27.5-inch wheels (depending on frame size).

XC control – Suspension fork offers either 80mm or 100mm of smooth travel for added XC control.

Sizes: Please call for sizing
Colours: Eclipse
Frame: ALUXX-Grade Aluminum
Fork: SR Suntour XCE 29 or 27.5, air spring, 100mm or 80mm, QR, alloy steerer, lockout
Handlebar: Giant Connect Trail, 780mm x 31.8mm
Stem: Giant Sport, 7-degree
Seat post: Giant Sport, 30.9
Saddle: Giant Custom
Pedals: Resin Anti-slip
Shifters: Shimano SL-M315
Front Derailleur: Shimano FD-M315
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Tourney
Brakes: Tektro TKD 172, mechanical
Brake Levers: RS360A
Cassette: Shimano MF-TZ500, 14×28
Chain: KMC Z7
Crankset: ProWheel forged, 22/36
Bottom Bracket: Cartridge
Rims: Giant GX03V 29 or 27.5, alloy, double wall, 21mm inner width
Hubs: [F]Giant Tracker Sport QR, loose ball [R] Giant Tracker Sport QR, loose ball
Spokes: Stainless, 14G
Tires: Maxxis Ikon 27.5 or 29×2.2, wire bead

There's nothing like the feeling of riding a classic hardtail, except this – trusted XtC design updated for bang up to date 27.5 wheels. Race it, win it, love it.

With its ALUXX SL frameset and 27.5 geometry, the XtC 27.5 blends quickness and control. The proprietary ALUXX SL alloy from Giant's own forging facilities is stiffer and lighter than 6061-series aluminum, while PowerCore – a massively oversized bottom bracket/chainstay area with fully integrated 86mm BB and asymmetric chainstays provide additional stiffness on the driveside and stability on the non-driveside for unprecedented pedalling stiffness.

FRAME
Sizes: Please call for availability
Colors: Black/Blue
Frame: ALUXX SL-Grade Aluminum
Fork: Fox 32 Float CTD Evolution 27.5″, 100mm Travel, QR15, OverDrive 2 Tapered Steerer
Shock: N/A

COMPONENTS
Handlebar: Giant Connect XC, 19mm rise, 690 x 31.8mm
Stem: Giant Connect SL, OverDrive 2, 8 degree rise
Seatpost: Giant Connect SL, 27.2x375mm
Saddle: Giant Contact (Forward)
Pedals: N/A

DRIVETRAIN
Shifters: Shimano XT, 2x10s
Front Derailleur: Shimano XT
Rear Derailleur: Shimano XT Shadow+, 10s
Brakes: Shimano XT, M785
Brake Levers: Shimano XT, M785
Cassette: Shimano HG62 11-36, 10s
Chain: KMC X10 w/ Missing Link
Crankset: Shimano XT 38/26
Bottom Bracket: Shimano Press-Fit

WHEELS
Rims: Giant P-XC2 27.5
Hubs: Giant Tracker, sealed bearings [F] QR15 Thru-Axle, [R] 135×5 QR
Spokes: Stainless, double-butted, black w/ alloy nipples
Tires: Schwalbe Racing Ralph 27.5×2.1″, Folding Performance