2004 Giant NRS 3
This is Giant’s version of a cross country racer that uses Specialized FSR suspension (see pic #44). NRS stands for “No Resonance System” (see pic #51). I restored this bike for Cyril. More restoration photos.
New & Upgraded Components
- Wheels: Ringle 26” diameter, ZTTO skewers
- Tires: Kenda Nevergal 26×2.1” all terrain, dual thread compound
- Fork: Moosejaw aluminum/magnesium, single crown
- Rear chock: FroatR FOX racing shock
- Stem: RaceFace
- Handlebar: Easton alloy w/locking RaceFace grips
- Shifter Cables/housings: Shimano, Jagwire
- Brakes: Clarks disk brakes, hydraulic, mineral oil
- Brake hoses: Jagwire
- Seatpost: 27.2mm with Azonic quick release collar
- Pedals: RaceFace Chester
- Saddle: McSelle foam slotted racing saddle
- Tarlek silicon protectors in all places where cable touch the frame
Original components
- Frame: 18.5” AluXX 6000 SL superlight aluminum alloy, TIG welded
- Suspension: Specialized FSR suspension
- Derailleurs: Shimano Deore LX
- Bottom Bracket: RaceFace SRX, 113mm spindle, 68mm
- Chain: Shimano CN-HG53, 1/2 x 3/32”
- Cassette: 9-speed, 11-34 teeth
- Crankset: Race Face Ride XC ISIS, forged, 22/32/44 teeth
- Headset: 1-⅛” threadless FSA integrated
- Shift Levers: Shimano Deore RapidFire SL