Novara PONDEROSA 1996 VS Giant RAINIER X05 2006 specs comparison
Novara Ponderosa
General InfosModel | Ponderosa |
Manufacturer | Novara |
Year of production | 1996 |
Current price | Check price Here ==> |
Color choice | -Dark blue |
Sizes | - 13 (inches)- 15 (inches)- 17 (inches)- 19 (inches) |
Sizes | - 13 (inches)- 15 (inches)- 17 (inches)- 19 (inches) |
Wheels And Breaking System
Bike front tire | Rear: 26 X 1.95 (inches) Ritchey Climb MaxFront: 26 X 2.10 (inches) Ritchey Mad Max |
Bike rear tire | Not Available |
Bike wheel size | 26 (inches) Wheels |
Brakeset type | Tektro RBP-366A LeversShimano STX-RC M-System Brakes |
Hubs for disc brakes | Not Available |
Rims manufacturer | 32-holeMavic 221 |
Spoke nipples type | Brass Nipples |
Spoke wheel | 2.0 (millimeters) Double ButtedSoon Lih Stainless Steel |
Frame and Body Specs
Frame materials | Double-buttedChromoly |
Frame type | TIG-welded Aluminum |
Handlebar construction | Alico Alloy |
Handlebar extender | Alico Alloy |
Handlebar stem details | Tahoma Sonne IV |
Headset size | 1 1/8 (inches) Threadless Dia-Compe Kontak Aheadset SA-2 |
Gearing Specifications
Bicycle chain | 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)KMC IG-31 |
Bottom bracket shell width | 68 (millimeters) English |
Bottom bracket type | Shimano BB-LP26 |
Crankset parts and sizes | 22/32/42 TeethShimano STX-RC |
Gear shift levers | Grip Shift SRT-600 |
Rear gear set | 11 - 28 Teeth7-speed |
Novara Ponderosa Fork System Data
Derailleur (Front) | Top-pullShimano STX-RC Top-swing |
Derailleur (Rear) | Shimano STX-RC |
Fork material | Triple-clamp CrownAluminum |
Fork type | Answer Manitou Mach 5 Comp XC |
Other Specs of Novara Ponderosa
Component group sets | Shimano STX-RC |
Pedals details | Fasten NWL-90K With Clips & Straps |
Rear shock absorber | Not Available |
Saddle seat | Vetta TT Tri-Shock |
Seat post extension | 27.0 (millimeters) DiameterTahoma DP 210 |

Giant Rainier x05
General InfosModel | Rainier x05 |
Manufacturer | Giant |
Year of production | 2006 |
Current price | Check price Here ==> |
Color choice | -Team Blue |
Sizes | - 14 (inches)- 17 (inches)- 19 (inches)- 21 (inches) |
Wheels And Breaking System
Bike front tire | 26 X 2.10 (inches) Hutchinson Bulldog AirLight |
Bike rear tire | Not Available |
Bike wheel size | 26 (inches) Wheels |
Brakeset type | Hayes LeversHayes Sole XC Brakes |
Hubs for disc brakes | Formula |
Rims manufacturer | 32-holeSun Rims Rhyno Lite |
Spoke nipples type | Brass Nipples |
Spoke wheel | 14ga. Straight GaugeStainless Steel |
Frame and Body Specs
Frame materials | ALUXX Aluminum |
Frame type | TIG-welded |
Handlebar construction | Easton 31.8 (millimeters) |
Handlebar extender | Optional |
Handlebar stem details | Easton EA50 |
Headset size | 1 1/8 (inches) Integrated Aheadset |
Gearing Specifications
Bicycle chain | 1/2 X 3/32 (inches)Shimano CN-HG50 |
Bottom bracket shell width | Not Available |
Bottom bracket type | Truvativ GIGA Pipe SL |
Crankset parts and sizes | 22/32/42 TeethTruvativ |
Gear shift levers | SRAM X-7 |
Rear gear set | 11 - 34 Teeth9-speed |
Giant Rainier x05 Fork System Data
Derailleur (Front) | Shimano Deore |
Derailleur (Rear) | SRAM X.7 |
Fork material | Single CrownAluminum and magnesium |
Fork type | 105 (millimeters) TravelMarzocchi EXR Pro Air |
Other Specs of Giant Rainier x05
Component group sets | Mountain Mix |
Pedals details | Shimano PD-M505 SPD |
Rear shock absorber | Not Available |
Saddle seat | WTB Speed V |
Seat post extension | 30.9 (millimeters) DiameterEaston EA50 |
Useful links and guides ....
- To know more about this exacte bike, Novara provided us with the latest version of its Ponderosa bike manual
- Find All parts, tires and accessories of Novara Ponderosa Mountain bike here
- Get your Giant Rainier x05 manual book version yo know further about this bike
- Saddles, tires And mechanical parts for Giant Rainier x05 Mountain bike here