At this price point, we start to see RockShox suspension creeping in. At the front is a RockShox 35 Gold RL and the rear suspension is still handled by a Fox DPS Performance. SRAM is in charge of the drivetrain here with the Eagle SX groupset, including the cranks with the same 30t chainring. It gets Giant AM 29 wheels on Giant hubs with a Maxxis Minion DHF 29×2.5″ EXO on the front and a Maxxis Dissector 29×2.4″ EXO on the rear. Not only is the Reign SX the cheapest rig in the range but it’s also the only Reign that comes with 650b wheels.
With its grippy plus-sized tires and smooth-riding suspension, Stance gobbles up rocks, roots, and ruts so you get maximum traction and control on rough, technical terrain. Built with a lightweight ALUXX aluminum frameset and our innovative FlexPoint rear suspension, Stance is the perfect way to improve your trail-riding game. Its 27.5+ wheel and tire compatibility give it a plush ride quality that soaks up bumps and adds more traction and stability. Combined with 120mm of smooth suspension travel front and rear, it’s a confident ride that will have you nailing new lines. Plus-sized compatible – 27.5+ wheel and tire compatibility gives you added confidence and control on the trail.
The first Giant-branded bikes came onto the market in 1981, first in Taiwan and then in Europe, North America and elsewhere around the world. For over four decades Giant has been devoted to bicycles and cycling. At Giant, the two-wheeler is more than just a machine; it’s changing the world, and a way to extend the boundaries of your world, too. Giant combines their passion with industry-leading materials, manufacturing and design, resulting in some of the world’s finest bicycles.
You might think this could cause quality control issues but this is a misconception. Their quality control is top notch and Taiwan actually has a good reputation when it comes to producing quality products. Ride them both, this is the only way to find out what you like more and which fits your riding style best. This way you can judge for yourself instead of relying on what others say.
Each models main components, including the toptube, downtube, steerer tube, shock mounts, and rocker arms are tailored specifically to the primary functions the bikes intended for. A cross-country race bike made to rocket over singletrack, the Anthem Advanced 29 1 is an XC rider’s dream. There is the AnyRoad with its aluminum frame and the AnyRoad CoMax with a carbon frame.
Liv employs an entirely female team for everything from design to marketing and builds women’s-specific road, gravel, and mountain bikes. For more than 40 years, Giant has been a pioneer in mountain biking innovation. Giant is perhaps best known for its expertly engineered Maestro Suspension that revolutionized giant ROAD BIKES off-road riding and racing performance. The Giant mountain bike line now includes a variety of high quality products in the Performance, Sport and Lifestyle categories. BikeExchange offers the ideal virtual platform for bringing Giant mountain bike buyers and sellers together in one convenient location.