With much focus on a new TCR road race bike, 2016 spells mostly minor updates and changes on the mountain bike front from the Taiwanese mega-manufacturer. The popular Trance range receive stiffer forks, many models are now 1x11, there are lots of large volume air cans on rear shocks and the Glory downhill bike gains a carbon front triangle option. Style wise, the performance range receives a fresh logo and there is a whole lot of bold paint on offer.
The range continues to be dominated by Giant’s chosen 27.5in wheel size. But 29ers haven’t been killed off completely, with big-wheeled options in both the XTC and Anthem X ranges, and the latter even receiving a few frame updates.
Across many new models, Giant has a new Contact SL Switch dropper post which offers a zero offset seating position, smoother action and a more secure clamp. And every bike features Giant’s new range of position-specific saddles, which are picked based on expected ride style of the respective user.
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Giant Bicycles US has released details of its full range online, with the UK and Australia set to follow in the coming few weeks.
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Trance
The Trance range is broken down into three categories: the alloy Trance 27.5, the carbon Trance Advanced 27.5 and a beefed up Trance SX 27.5 (not available in Australia). All offer 140mm of rear wheel travel via Giant’s continuing Maestro suspension system.
Reign
Glory goes Advanced
Anthem for XC, or trail
- Anthem 27.5: Alloy frame, 27.5in wheels
- Anthem Advanced 27.5: Carbon front triangle, 27.5in wheels
- Anthem SX 27.5: Alloy frame, 120mm front fork, heavier-duty build, 27.5in wheels
- Anthem Advanced SX 27.5: Carbon front triangle, 120mm front fork, heavier-duty build, 27.5in wheels
- Anthem X 29: Alloy frame, 29in wheels
- Anthem X Advanced 29: Carbon front triangle, 29in wheels
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