SMOOTH, FAST AND FUN. THIS VERSATILE ALUMINUM ROAD BIKE HAS BEEN REVAMPED TO GIVE IT A WELL-ROUNDED PERFORMANCE RIDE QUALITY. IT’S THE PERFECT CHOICE TO HELP YOU PUSH THE PACE, RIDE MORE MILES, AND EXPAND YOUR ROAD RIDING EXPERIENCE.

Designed for aspiring riders aiming to ride a little faster and go a little farther, Contend offers a smooth, efficient ride quality and a quick, agile feel on the road. The innovative D-Fuse seatpost helps reduce road shocks and vibrations, and there’s enough frame and fork clearance to run wider tires (up to 32mm) to further smooth out the ride. Engineered and built in Giant’s industry-leading aluminum forging facility, it’s a true all-rounder for ambitious road riders.

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.

Smooth ride quality

Innovative D-Fuse composite seatpost design reduces road shocks and vibrations, and a Giant WheelSystem lets you run tubeless tires up to 32mm for a smoother ride quality and reduced risk of flats.

Lightweight Efficiency

ALUXX aluminum frame delivers efficient climbing and snappy acceleration.

SPECIFICATIONS
Sizes
XS, S, M, ML, L,
Colors
Icicle White
Frame
ALUXX-Grade Aluminum
Fork
Advanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer
Shock
N/A
Handlebar
Giant Connect
Stem
Giant Sport
Seatpost
Giant D-Fuse, alloy
Saddle
Giant Approach
Pedals
N/A
Shifters
Shimano Sora 2x9
Front Derailleur
Shimano Sora
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Sora
Brakes
Tektro TK-B177
Brake Levers
Shimano Sora
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG-400,11-34
Chain
KMC X9
Crankset
Shimano Sora, 34/50 (XS/S/M: 170mm, ML/L/XL: 175mm)
Bottom Bracket
cartridge
Rims
Giant S-R3 wheelset
Hubs
Giant S-R3 wheelset
Spokes
Giant S-R3 wheelset
Tyres
CST Sprint, 700x28c, folding
Extras
tubeless prepared
Weight
~9.60kg (Size M)