While the aerodynamic and lightweight race bikes are popular with recreational riders and racers alike, comfort focused Endurance and All-Rounder ranges are available for those seeking more riding comfort. Giant’s road range suits riders of all abilities from entry level, all the way through to pro-spec rides competing on the WorldTour. Additionally, the brand produces wind cheating triathlon and time trial bikes, such as the Trinity. In 2008 Giant formed Liv, a cycling brand dedicated on women riders and making bikes that are created with the female body in mind. Liv bikes, both mountain and road, are consistent winners of Bicycling’s Editors’ Choice awards.
KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS Balanced road geometry Frame is specifically engineered to produce a balanced, all-rounder feel that blends confident rider positioning with agile cornering and acceleration. Total control Seamless disc brake integration including flat mounts and 12mm front and rear thru-axles giant mountain produces more consistent braking power for better control, even in wet weather and rough roads. It now features a high-quality steel fork and innovative D-Fuse seatpost. This smooth-riding endurance road bike is purpose-built to help you tackle long-distance road rides on all types of roads.
The top tube slopes dramatically, providing a low stand-over height and better maneuverability. Nothing is more critical for comfort, function and overall riding enjoyment than a proper fit. Liv/giant bikes are designed specifically for the unique ergonomic needs of women riders like you. They are created with women’s-specific frame geometry and come in accommodating size ranges. Liv/giant bikes also feature women’s-specific components including narrower handlebars, shorter-reach brake levers and women’s seats.
The new TCX Advanced and Brava feature redesigned, lighter frames with asymmetrical chainstays for optimal power transfer. They use level top tubes for easy shouldering while running and there’s ample tire clearance for muddy ‘cross conditions. Agile giant ROAD BIKES geometry helps riders pedal through tight corners and other obstacles. These bikes can even transition to road and gravel riding when race season is over. Giant’s XTC Composite is an unfair advantage to gain the upper hand on your competition.
They have clearance for tires up to 35mm wide for even more comfort and traction. Endurance bikes are great for riders who want to explore more mixed terrain, or who just need more comfort for their regular rides. TCR stands for “Total Compact Road” and it was the first bike to bring compact geometry with sloping top tubes to mass-produced road bikes. The TCR and Langma are commonly used by Giant and Liv’s professional road racing teams. Their design focuses are lighter weight, more stiffness, and agile handling.
Overdrive 2 forks also use an oversized steerer with wider 1¼ inch upper and 1½ inch lower head tube bearings that increase torsional stiffness by 30% for better handling. Giant has been making some of the best mountain bikes with aluminum and carbon fiber frames for decades. Their top quality mountain bikes or atbs, are used by both professional mountain bike racers and amatuers everywhere. If you’re into Enduro, Cross Country, Downhill, or everything in between, there’s a Giant Mountain bike for you. Giant is a world leader in carbon and their Contact SLR Aero Integrated Handlebars are as masterfully engineered and performance-enhancing as they are beautiful.
She saw an opportunity to make cycling more inclusive and started Liv. Liv employs an entirely female team for everything from design to marketing and builds women’s-specific road, gravel, and mountain bikes. They offer a comfortable ride that can be enjoyed for the entire day.