Maestro has an edge in pedaling efficiency and braking performance, but the Flexpoint proved capable in our testing and handled all the rocks and roots we came across. It even looks cool—it has great lines, and the paint scheme is simple and modern. Giant believes the Giant/Liv/Momentum retailer is an essential part of the cycling foundation.
When ascending, there’s little to no bob, whether you’re seated or standing up and mashing the pedals. Hop on the Stance and you’ll notice the upright riding position and relatively short cockpit. There’s nothing outlandish about the individual geometry figures, but as a package the bike makes you feel rather perched.
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The neutral riding position and wide tires make the Stance 2 feel comfortable almost immediately. The suspension paired with the wide tires keep the ride feeling smooth and the bike feels stable and planted through choppy terrain. The Stance 29 we tested giant KIDS BIKES has what Giant refers to as 29-specific trail geometry. We measured our size large test bike and found that has a 1200mm wheelbase, a 622mm effective top tube, and 448mm reach. The head tube angle is 66.5 degrees and the seat tube measured 74.6 degrees.
Many brands strive to list the lowest possible weight, but in reality weight can vary based on size, finish, hardware and accessories. All Giant bikes are designed for best-in-class weight and ride quality. A high quality ebike from a mainstream company with loads giant mountain of dealers in North America. The purpose built full-suspension frame comes in four sizes and features internal cable routing, custom metallic paint, and all-black accessories. It delivers cross country geometry with 130mm front and 120mm rear suspension travel.
Our bike tipped the scales at 30 lbs and 9 oz with tubes but without pedals. Giant has made a slew of other smart choices in building out the rest of the bike. There’s a single chainring up front, with a mount for a derailleur (if that’s your thing). A wide, 12-speed, 11-50t cassette is truly modern and has enough variety to both climb techy trails and bomb down paved roads. The Giant-branded wheels and Maxxis Forekaster tires are both tubeless-ready .