29-Inch Wheel (29ers)

Built to cover ground, mow over techy singletrack, and charge down aggressive terrain, the Intrigue 29 prefers the rowdy side of life.

Get on the dirt and ride your way to your first singletrack. Tempt is that friend that opens a whole new world to you. Key performance factors Confidence Inspiring Perfect as your first mountain bike, the ALUXX-Grade Aluminum frame is lightweight, capable and durable. Versatile Tempt’s performance-minded yet comfortable geometry gives it the versatility for both commutes around campus and off-road rides. Liv 3F Design Philosophy Women’s-specific geometry ensures the rider is balanced over the bike for optimal efficiency, comfort and control. Why we love it With a lightweight ALUXX-Grade aluminum frame designed specifically for women, Tempt can guide you along dirt terrain with speed, efficiency and control. A front suspension fork and powerful disc brakes offer added confidence and control. This hardtail has a low standover height to give you confidence maneuvering around dirt trails and is offered in 27.5 or 29-inch wheels for optimum fit and efficiency. Perfect for a functional around-town ride, to try as your first off-road racing bike, or for venturing out onto the trails for the first time, allow Tempt to lead you to new adventures. Wheel size: Sizes X-Small – Small: 27.5-inch Sizes Small – Large: 29-inch

Nothing is off-limits to the embolden, a trail bike designed to conquer tricky climbs, rowdy descents, and chunky rock gardens with confidence. Key Performance Factors: - Wheel Options Available in 27.5- and 29-inch wheel size options, select the Embolden that best fits you and where you want to ride. - Trail Ready ALUXX-grade aluminum frame, tubeless wheelset, dropper seatpost, Liv Sylvia trail saddle, and a 1x drivetrain allow you to tackle new technical terrain with confidence. - Custom Tuned Suspension The 120mm of FlexPoint Suspension has been custom-tuned by women, for women to provide optimal performance for the rider and the bike's intended use, resulting in improved traction and control. Wheel size: Sizes X-Small – Small: 27.5-inch Sizes Small – Large: 29-inch

Attack the course with speed and efficiency on the Pique Advanced Pro 29. The stiff, light, full-suspension XC bike is ready to set PRs and snag podium steps.

Nothing Is Off-Limits To The Embolden, A Trail Bike Designed To Conquer Tricky Climbs, Rowdy Descents, And Chunky Rock Gardens With Confidence. Key Performance Factors: - Custom Frame Design Women's custom-designed geometry paired with 27.5 or 29-inch wheel size gives the rider the best fit and bike handling. - Trail Capability ALUXX-Grade Aluminum frame, tubeless wheelset, dropper seatpost, Liv Sylvia trail saddle, and a 1x drivetrain allow you to tackle new technical terrain with confidence. - Flexpoint Suspension The 120mm of FlexPoint Suspension provides an effective, lightweight, and durable suspension system so you have increased control while riding over rooty and rocky terrain. Techs and Features: - ALUXX Aluminum Technology This Performance level frame material features 6061 alloys with single-butted tubes to produce strong, lightweight framesets for a variety of different bikes and riding styles. - Overdrive Designed to provide precise front-end steering performance, this fork steerer tube technology uses oversized headset bearings (1 1/4” lower and 1 1/8” upper for road, 1 1/2” lower and 1 1/8” upper for mountain) and tapered steerer tube work in conjunction to provide optimal steering stiffness. - Powercore A massively oversized bottom-bracket/chainstay area features a fully integrated, 86-millimeter wide bottom-bracket design (92-millimeter wide for off-road bikes). Asymmetric chainstays provide additional stiffness on the driveside and stability on the non-driveside. -Tubeless System Engineered with proprietary Dynamic Balanced Lacing technology, this tubeless-ready composite WheelSystem delivers superior efficiency, pinpoint control, and comfort. Wheel size: Sizes X-Small – Small: 27.5-inch Sizes Small – Large: 29-inch

HAMMER UP CLIMBS, ACCELERATE ON SMOOTH SINGLETRACK, CARRY YOUR SPEED AS THE TRAIL DIPS AND DIVES. THIS LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM 29ER COMBINES EFFICIENCY AND BALANCED CONTROL, JUST THE RIGHT COMBINATION FOR XC PERFORMANCE. With a frameset that’s engineered using ALUXX SLR, our highest-grade aluminum, this superlight and agile 29er delivers speed and efficiency for XC riders and racers. Designed to ride with a 100mm suspension fork, it's a race-bred climber with quick acceleration. The 29er-specific frame geometry offers an ideal balance of stability and maneuverability on all types of XC terrain. Boost hub spacing gives you added tire clearance and wheel stiffness, and a new Giant WheelSystem with tubeless tires delivers a smoother, more efficient ride plus a reduced risk of flats. KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS Lightweight acceleration The lightest aluminum hardtail mountain bike frameset Giant has ever produced helps XC riders and racers climb and accelerate with speed. Unyielding efficiency With a best-in-class stiffness-to-weight-ratio, the all-new XtC SLR 29 sets the new standard for alloy-XC efficiency. 29er confidence and control Larger 29-inch diameter wheels roll over rough terrain with balance and stability, giving you momentum on technical climbs and confidence on fast singletrack descents. Can fit up to a 2.4-inch rear tire.

Float through rock gardens. Feel the flow on technical singletrack. This all-new full-suspension 29er makes it easier than ever to own the latest trail-taming technologies. Own Stance 29, and you’ll own the trail. Modern mountain bike trails are fun, flowy and challenging. The new Stance 29 gets you in sync with the terrain, so you can ride with confidence and have more fun. With its proven ALUXX aluminum frame and our FlexPoint rear suspension system, it offers a smooth, balanced ride that keeps you in control. The frame geometry is optimized for 29-inch wheels, giving you stability on tricky descents and greater traction and speed on all types of terrain. With 120mm of smooth suspension travel in the rear and 130mm up front, it’s the perfect entry to singletrack fun. KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS Attainable trail performance - Handcrafted with lightweight, stiff and durable ALUXX aluminum, it’s the perfect entry to full-suspension performance. Smooth suspension - Updated FlexPoint Suspension technology helps you tackle challenging terrain and improve your trail riding capabilities. 29er confidence and control - Larger 29-inch diameter wheels roll over rugged terrain with balance and stability, giving you the momentum to tackle technical climbs and the confidence to fly on fast, rugged singletrack descents.

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

From dirt paths to singletrack trails, this aluminum hardtail will get you rolling with its smooth handling and confident control. This lightweight ALUXX aluminum frameset features classic off-road design made specifically for 27.5 wheels to strike just the right balance between control and quickness. The hardtail frame is optimized for a 100mm suspension fork, which helps soak up trail obstacles and improve control. For aspiring off-road riders looking to climb a little faster and get more comfortable riding singletrack, Talon is your ticket to XC adventures. Proven alloy performance ALUXX SL aluminum frameset is hand-built in-house by the world leader in aluminum engineering. Traction and stability Frame geometry is designed to optimize the confident, stable handling of 27.5 tires, and is ideal for rugged, adventurous terrain. Trail tuned More relaxed frame geometry (compared to XC) and control-focused components deliver added control for trail riding conditions.

Get a feel for the trail with this aluminum hardtail made for aspiring singletrack riders. It features stable, fast-rolling 29-inch wheels so you can push the pace on climbs and let loose on the descents. Built on a lightweight ALUXX aluminum frame that features classic hardtail design plus the balanced riding characteristics of larger diameter 29-inch wheels, Talon 29 is a great choice for XC terrain. The frame geometry is specifically designed for its wheel size and a 100mm suspension fork. It’s a confident ride that’s perfect for ambitious riders who want to take their off-road skills to the next level. Proven alloy performance ALUXX SL 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. XC control Suspension fork offers 100mm of smooth travel for added XC control.

Float through rock gardens. Feel the flow on technical singletrack. This all-new full-suspension 29er makes it easier than ever to own the latest trail-taming technologies. Own Stance 29, and you’ll own the trail. Modern mountain bike trails are fun, flowy and challenging. The new Stance 29 gets you in sync with the terrain, so you can ride with confidence and have more fun. With its proven ALUXX aluminum frame and our FlexPoint rear suspension system, it offers a smooth, balanced ride that keeps you in control. The frame geometry is optimized for 29-inch wheels, giving you stability on tricky descents and greater traction and speed on all types of terrain. With 120mm of smooth suspension travel in the rear and 130mm up front, it’s the perfect entry to singletrack fun. KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS Attainable trail performance - Handcrafted with lightweight, stiff and durable ALUXX aluminum, it’s the perfect entry to full-suspension performance. Smooth suspension - Updated FlexPoint Suspension technology helps you tackle challenging terrain and improve your trail riding capabilities. 29er confidence and control - Larger 29-inch diameter wheels roll over rugged terrain with balance and stability, giving you the momentum to tackle technical climbs and the confidence to fly on fast, rugged singletrack descents.

Fast and flowy across diverse terrain, Pique Advanced Pro 29 is the XC bike that’s designed for speed. The Pique Advanced Pro 29 was built for speed using Liv’s 3F Design Philosophy, creating a new Advanced Composite frame with enhanced stiffness and dialed cross-country geometry. With remote lockout, Maestro suspension technology and a cross-country specific dropper post, the Pique Advanced Pro 29 is built with the racer in mind. The 100mm front and rear suspension was tuned for women, by women, creating optimal suspension for a smooth and playful ride. The frame design also accommodates downtube water bottles on all frame sizes, XS-L. Fast Lightweight and stiff full carbon frame with carbon handlebar and wheelset. Premium Outlook Inspired C&G created with lightweight paint and internal cable routing for a sleek look. Effective Tuned suspension, cross-country specific dropper seatpost and a cross-country build that gets you to the finish first. Why we love it Cross country riding just got a lot faster with the introduction of the Pique Advanced Pro 29. This new ultra-lightweight frame design and build prioritizes your speed by giving you a lightweight bike that is stiff, efficient and capable. With top of the podium performance, the Pique Advanced Pro 29 is built to get you up the mountain fastest.

Get a feel for the trail with this aluminum hardtail made for aspiring singletrack riders. It features stable, fast-rolling 29-inch wheels so you can push the pace on climbs and let loose on the descents. Built on a lightweight ALUXX aluminum frame that features classic hardtail design plus the balanced riding characteristics of larger diameter 29-inch wheels, Talon 29 is a great choice for XC terrain. The frame geometry is specifically designed for its wheel size and a 100mm suspension fork. 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 SL 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. XC control - Suspension fork offers 100mm of smooth travel for added XC control.

Big hits and all-out descents. This trail-crushing enduro machine delivers confidence and control for the rowdiest terrain. Its mixed wheel size, with a 29-inch front and 27.5-inch rear, blends stability and speed with agility that pops. KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS: - Race-bred suspension Maestro rear suspension eats up enduro terrain with 165mm of smooth, active rear travel matched with a 190mm travel fork. The trunnion mount rear shock has a longer stroke (65mm over 60mm on the previous generation) while the Advanced Forged Composite upp - Adjustable enduro geometry Flip chip adjustability lets you switch between two settings depending on the terrain. You can select a 63.1 or 63.5-degree head angle and corresponding 77.9 or 78.3-degree seat tube angle, resulting in a 25 or 19mm bottom bracket drop (size medium) to fi - Mixed wheel size A 29-inch front wheel provides speed, stability and front-end control on rough, technical trails. A 27.5-inch rear wheel adds agility and maneuverability to help riders rail corners, pop over features and show off their style. TECHS & FEATURES: - ADVANCED FORGED COMPOSITE TECHNOLOGY A state-of-the-art high-pressure molding process is used to produce complex-shaped carbon fiber components that are lighter, stiffer and stronger than similar components made from aluminum. This technology is used in critical performance parts such as Maestro Suspension rocker links. - ALUXX SL ALUMINUM TECHNOLOGY This High-Performance level, state-of-the-art aluminum material is made predominantly from 6011 alloy and delivers best-in-class strength-to-weight ratios. These framesets also feature unique welding technologies for a high-performance ride quality. - MAESTRO SUSPENSION TECHNOLOGY Four strategically positioned pivot points and two linkages all work together to create a single floating pivot for the most active, efficient and independent suspension system on the trail. - OVERDRIVE Giant's original oversized fork steerer tube technology. Designed to provide precise front-end steering performance, the system's oversized headset bearings (1 1/4" lower and 1 1/8" upper for road, 1 1/2" lower and 1 1/8" upper for mountain) and tapered steerer tube work in conjunction to provide optimal steering stiffness. - TUBELESS SYSTEM Fewer flat tires. Greater traction. Less rolling resistance and a smoother, faster ride. Giant's Tubeless System makes it easier than ever to experience all these benefits. - FLIP CHIP - MAESTRO The flip chip allows riders to quickly adjust the geometry of their Maestro-equipped mountain bike to better suit how and where they ride. It lets riders change the headtube/seattube angles and bottom bracket height via eccentric (offset, two-position) hardware located on the upper rocker arm.

Backed by world championship pedigree, this full composite-framed downhill flyer is back in action with 200mm of reengineered Maestro rear suspension and multiple ways to adjust geometry, rider positioning and rear wheel size. It's all-new, years in the making, coming to race podiums everywhere. KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS RACE-READY SUSPENSION A new Maestro rear suspension system, developed over several seasons of World Cup racing with Giant engineers and pro athletes, features 200mm of smooth, active travel for race-winning speed. The rear suspension is paired with a 203mm travel fork, providing superior confidence and control on the most extreme DH racetracks and trails. ULTRA ADJUSTABLE Three flip chips provide unprecedented adjustability. First, a three-position Maestro flip chip lets you dial in frame geometry for your riding style and terrain. Next, a new headset flip chip adjusts reach so you can easily achieve perfect positioning. And finally, a rear dropout flip chip lets you adjust the overall wheelbase and handling characteristics. REAR WHEEL OPTIONS: Choose either a 29-inch or 27.5-inch rear wheel. All models come with a mixed wheel "mullet" stock setup that many racers prefer with the smaller rear wheel creating a snappy, agile feel and increased saddle-to-tire clearance in the rear. For those who favor the rollover speed and stability of two 29-inch wheels, you can easily swap out the rear wheel. HIGHLIGHTS: Thoroughly reengineered from the ground up, the new Glory Advanced features a lightweight, super strong composite frame, 200mm of Maestro rear suspension (with a 203mm fork up front), and multiple flip chips to dial in geometry, rear wheel size, fit and positioning. The stock setup is a mixed-wheel configuration with a 29-inch front and 27.5-inch rear, striking a perfect balance of roll-over speed and maneuverability. Riders also have the option to switch to a 29-inch rear wheel using a simple two-position flip chip on the rear dropout. The legend is back.

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

Crank up steep climbs with smooth-rolling efficiency and swoop down singletrack descents with stability and speed. This aluminum hardtail 29er delivers a balanced ride quality on XC terrain. Built on an ALUXX SL aluminum frame, Fathom 29 features updated geometry that produces a stable ride quality for challenging XC trails. The frame is optimized for a 100mm suspension fork giving you efficiency on the climbs and total control on the descents. KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS Proven alloy performance - ALUXX SL 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. XC control - Suspension fork offers 100mm of smooth travel for added XC control.

GET ON THE DIRT AND RIDE YOUR WAY TO YOUR FIRST SINGLETRACK. TEMPT IS THAT FRIEND THAT OPENS A WHOLE NEW WORLD TO YOU. KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS Confidence Inspiring Perfect as your first mountain bike, the ALUXX-Grade Aluminum frame is lightweight, capable and durable. Versatile Tempt’s performance-minded yet comfortable geometry gives it the versatility for both commutes around campus and off-road rides. XC Control A suspension fork offers control, comfort and stability over bumpy terrain. Depending on frame size, the fork comes with 80mm or 100mm of travel. Wheel size: Sizes X-Small – Small: 27.5-inch Sizes Medium – Large: 29-inch

Nothing is off-limits to the Embolden, a trail bike designed to conquer tricky climbs, rowdy descents, and chunky rock gardens with confidence. Wheel size: - Sizes X-Small – Small: 27.5-inch - Sizes Small – Large: 29-inch

This pro-level XC flyer pairs new FlexPoint Pro rear suspension with a superlight full composite frame and race-ready geometry. It's the ultimate weapon for technical cross-country terrain. Engineered with a full composite frameset, this 29er has 100mm of rear suspension travel and 110mm up front. The single-pivot FlexPoint Pro rear suspension makes room for shorter chainstays to improve climbing capabilities and overall agility. Other updates include new 29er-specific XC race geometry with a longer reach and a slacker headtube angle plus a lightweight, stiff composite wheelset options for quick, precise handling.

GET ON THE DIRT AND RIDE YOUR WAY TO YOUR FIRST SINGLETRACK. TEMPT IS THAT FRIEND THAT OPENS A WHOLE NEW WORLD TO YOU. KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS Confidence Inspiring Perfect as your first mountain bike, the ALUXX-Grade Aluminum frame is lightweight, capable and durable. Versatile Tempt’s performance-minded yet comfortable geometry gives it the versatility for both commutes around campus and off-road rides. XC Control A suspension fork offers control, comfort and stability over bumpy terrain. Depending on frame size, the fork comes with 80mm or 100mm of travel. Wheel size: Sizes X-Small – Small: 27.5-inch Sizes Medium – Large: 29-inch

GET ON THE DIRT AND RIDE YOUR WAY TO YOUR FIRST SINGLETRACK. TEMPT IS THAT FRIEND THAT OPENS A WHOLE NEW WORLD TO YOU. KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS Confidence Inspiring Perfect as your first mountain bike, the ALUXX-Grade Aluminum frame is lightweight, capable and durable. Versatile Tempt’s performance-minded yet comfortable geometry gives it the versatility for both commutes around campus and off-road rides. XC Control A suspension fork offers control, comfort and stability over bumpy terrain. Depending on frame size, the fork comes with 80mm or 100mm of travel.

SHRED HARD AND SHRED FAST WITH THIS LIVELY 29ER. IT'S BUILT ON AN ALL-NEW FULL-COMPOSITE FRAME WITH ADJUSTABLE GEOMETRY, GIVING YOU SMOOTH CONTROL TO BLITZ TECHNICAL TRAILS AT SPEED. KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS Adjustable frame geometry New flip chip feature lets you change the head tube and seat tube angles, as well as the bottom bracket height, to fine-tune handling for varying trail conditions and individual riding style. 29er confidence and control Larger 29-inch diameter wheels optimized to roll over rough terrain with balance and stability, giving you the momentum to tackle technical climbs and the confidence to fly on fast, rugged singletrack descents. Progressive trail design Lightweight Advanced-grade composite frameset features a longer reach and steeper seat tube for aggressive trail riding and improved climbing capabilities. Updated Maestro rear suspension features 120mm of rear wheel travel paired with a 130mm fork up front.

CRANK UP STEEP CLIMBS WITH SMOOTH EFFICIENCY. SWOOP DOWN SINGLETRACK DESCENTS WITH SPEED AND CONFIDENCE. THIS HARDTAIL 29ER DELIVERS A BALANCED RIDE ON XC TERRAIN. KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS Trail tuned design Balanced geometry with a 75-degree seattube angle puts the rider in a powerful pedaling position on climbs, while a slacker 66-degree head angle boosts confidence and control on technical descents. Responsive handling Lightweight ALUXX SL aluminum hardtail frame offers agile acceleration and maneuverability to help riders climb, corner and hammer the flats with efficiency and speed. Smooth control Giant Crest 34 suspension fork with 130mm of travel absorbs roots, rocks and ruts. Grippy, high-volume tires boost traction on rugged terrain. And a dropper seatpost with handlebar remote lets you adjust saddle height on the fly for confident positioning on changing terrain.

FEEL MORE CONNECTED TO THE TRAIL WITH THE ALL-NEW LURRA. BUILT FOR CHARGING UP SINGLETRACK CLIMBS AND DIVING INTO FAST, FLOWY DESCENTS, THIS HARDTAIL TRAIL BIKE IS SIMPLICITY AT ITS BEST. KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS Optimal Trail Design Lightweight ALUXX SL-Grade Aluminum hardtail frame with a steep seat tube angle optimizes your input when powering up climbs and hammering on the flats, resulting in greater efficiency and speed. And a 66-degree head tube angle offers confidence on steep descents, while the 438mm chainstays keep it feeling stable and playful. Frame sizes are paired up with wheel sizes, providing the ideal fit for you and where you want to ride. Boosted Confidence Take on technical terrain with the 130mm of plush front suspension, high-volume tubeless tires offering extreme traction on roots, rocks and ruts, and a dropper seatpost allowing you to get low and ride with control. Adventure-Ready The Lurra comes equipped with mounts for two water bottle cages and additional mounts on the underside of the top tube allow riders to add a small gear bag for stowing tools. Internal cable routing keeps the important stuff tidy and protected, so you can stay focused on the ride ahead. TECHS & FEATURES: ALUXX ALUMINUM TECHNOLOGY - This Performance level frame material features 6061 alloy with single-butted tubes to produce strong, lightweight framesets for a variety of different bikes and riding styles. FLEXPOINT SUSPENSION TECHNOLOGY - A proven "single-pivot" design that uses the flexing action of the chainstay/seatstay junction to produce a lightweight and durable suspension system with 4.7 inches/120mm of rear travel. OVERDRIVE - Designed to provide precise front-end steering performance, this fork steerer tube technology uses oversized headset bearings (1 1/4" lower and 1 1/8" upper for road, 1 1/2" lower and 1 1/8" upper for mountain) and tapered steerer tube work in conjunction to provide optimal steering stiffness. POWERCORE - A massively oversized bottom-bracket/chainstay area features a fully integrated, 86-millimeter wide bottom-bracket design (92-millimeter wide for off-road bikes). Asymmetric chainstays provide additional stiffness on the driveside and stability on the non-driveside. TUBELESS SYSTEM - Fewer flat tires. Greater traction. Less rolling resistance and a smoother, faster ride. Giant's Tubeless System makes it easier than ever to experience all these benefits. Wheel size: Sizes X-Small – Small: 27.5-inch Sizes Small – Large: 29-inch

GET ON THE DIRT AND RIDE YOUR WAY TO YOUR FIRST SINGLETRACK. TEMPT IS THAT FRIEND THAT OPENS A WHOLE NEW WORLD TO YOU. KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS Confidence Inspiring Perfect as your first mountain bike, the ALUXX-Grade Aluminum frame is lightweight, capable and durable. Versatile Tempt’s performance-minded yet comfortable geometry gives it the versatility for both commutes around campus and off-road rides. XC Control A suspension fork offers control, comfort and stability over bumpy terrain. Depending on frame size, the fork comes with 80mm or 100mm of travel.

CRANK UP STEEP CLIMBS WITH SMOOTH EFFICIENCY. SWOOP DOWN SINGLETRACK DESCENTS WITH SPEED AND CONFIDENCE. THIS HARDTAIL 29ER DELIVERS A BALANCED RIDE ON XC TERRAIN. KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS Trail tuned design Balanced geometry with a 75-degree seattube angle puts the rider in a powerful pedaling position on climbs, while a slacker 66-degree head angle boosts confidence and control on technical descents. Responsive handling Lightweight ALUXX SL aluminum hardtail frame offers agile acceleration and maneuverability to help riders climb, corner and hammer the flats with efficiency and speed. Smooth control Giant Crest 34 suspension fork with 130mm of travel absorbs roots, rocks and ruts. Grippy, high-volume tires boost traction on rugged terrain. And a dropper seatpost with handlebar remote lets you adjust saddle height on the fly for confident positioning on changing terrain.

This World Cup-level XC flyer pairs Flexpoint pro rear suspension with a superlight full composite frame and race-ready geometry. It's the ultimate weapon for technical cross-country terrain. Key Performance Factors: - Ultra-efficient Next-generation Advanced composite mainframe and rear swingarm are 241g lighter than the previous version. The bottom bracket area is stiffer for faster acceleration, and a steeper seat tube puts the rider in an efficient climbing position. - Superior control FlexPoint Pro suspension delivers 100mm of smooth, active rear travel. The frameset features modern XC geometry including a slacker 67.5-degree head tube and 110mm suspension fork for technical descents. - 29er stability and speed Frame geometry and suspension are optimized for fast and stable 29-inch wheels. A longer reach and modified cockpit including a 35mm composite handlebar and alloy stem further boost balance and stability on XC terrain. Highlights: Engineered with a full composite frameset, this 29er has 100mm of rear suspension travel and 110mm up front. The linkage-driven, single-pivot FlexPoint Pro rear suspension makes room for shorter chainstays to improve climbing capabilities and overall agility. Other updates include new 29er-specific XC race geometry with a longer reach and a slacker headtube angle plus a lightweight, stiff composite wheelset for quick, precise handling.

MODERN MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS ARE FUN, FLOWY AND CHALLENGING. THIS FULL-SUSPENSION 29ER GETS YOU IN SYNC WITH THE TERRAIN, SO YOU CAN RIDE WITH MORE CONFIDENCE AND HAVE MORE FUN. KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS Attainable trail performance Handcrafted with lightweight, stiff and durable ALUXX aluminum, it's the perfect entry to full-suspension performance. Smooth suspension FlexPoint Suspension technology helps you tackle challenging terrain and improve your trail riding capabilities. 29er confidence and control Larger diameter wheels roll over rugged terrain with balance and stability, giving you the momentum to tackle technical climbs and the confidence to fly on singletrack descents.

Push the pace on climbs, let loose on the descents. This aluminum hardtail gives you a feel for the trail with balanced, confident handling and a plush suspension fork. Built on a lightweight ALUXX aluminum frame that features classic hardtail design and the balanced riding characteristics of either larger diameter 29-inch or 27.5-inch wheels, Talon is a great choice for XC and trail riding. 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. Wheel size: - Size X-Small: 27.5-inch - Sizes Small – Medium: 27.5-inch or 29-inch - Sizes Large – XX-Large: 29-inch