Scott frame or Giant frame

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Stylomilo
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by Stylomilo

anyone can recommend me the lightest frame but i got two choices, SCOTT or GIANT? which one is better in lightweight and performance? :D

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For hardtail weight comparison try:

http://weightweenies.starbike.com/listi ... tailframes

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If youre opting for the scott scandium, or the giant mcm, i'd choose the scott. it's a very fast bike witch steers great! The Giant has much flex at the bracket.
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wait a minute here. I cant afford to buy scott team issue frame. I need alu frame , not scandium. so which one is better? scott aluminium frame or Giant aluminium frame. sorry.

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how would you all rate Giant XTC team 03? is it lightweight frame?

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If thats al for both the frames. they are both very good. You have to choose between looks! 8)
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Yes, two really great frames, but the giant is lighter. I'd prefer the giant, it looks good, too.

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elendil wrote:Yes, two really great frames, but the giant is lighter. I'd prefer the giant, it looks good, too.


I completely agree! I'll choose the GIANT too!

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