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This change in making the Anthem more trail worthy has of course bumped up its weight and perhaps made it less suitable for the lycra-wearing racers. This also means it’s only the front triangles that differ between the Advanced and standard models. This new composite link (similar to carbon) will feature on both aluminium and carbon Anthem models.
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In addition to all that, Giant has a new ‘Forged Composite’ upper rocker link that’s said to half the weight of aluminium, while being far stiffer and stronger. The result being improved pedaling, braking and small bump sensitivity without a downside.Ī new Trunnion mount rear shock and Forged Composite rocker link features on both the new Anthem and Trance bikes (Trance pictured) Giant states that by lowering the air pressure (7.3% for the Anthem) the damper is able to react more smoothly and not have to fight the reaction of air pressure as much. This means the bike’s leverage ratio is now lower and so can run a lower air pressure. Now using a Trunnion mount (rear shock is attached lower on its body and not at a top eyelet), the shock is said to offer a longer shaft within the same overall space. The brand claims to have pioneered the new Metric rear shock standard, which results in a number of small, but significant changes. Perhaps the biggest story is in Giant’s refinement of its Maestro suspension system that is found on the new Anthem and Trance bikes. Head angle is at a relatively slack (for XC) 68-degrees.
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The top tube reach extends by 10mm, while the rear end is now 5mm shorter thanks to new Boost axle spacing (148 x 12mm). Rear suspension travel has been bumped up to 110mm, while a longer 120mm fork sits up front. Once a short travel cross-country (XC) race bike, the Anthem dual suspension is following trends as XC riding continues to blur into the ‘trail’ category with more technical and demanding riding.įeaturing 27.5in wheels, both the new carbon (Advanced) and alloy models receive a major frame overhaul. Just the Talon 3 and 2 will be available in Australia. The Talon is now exclusively 27.5in wheels only.
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For 2017, the aluminium frames get an update in geometry that’s said to create a more confident ride. The Giant Talon has been one of the biggest selling entry-level mountain bike hardtails in recent years. Liv, Giant’s womens brand, reveals wholly new mountain bikes for 2017 Talon gets more confident Giant Bicycles replace popular Defy Alloy road bike with the Contend for 2017 Giant Bicycles reveal 2017 road range of bikes Details on models and specifications for international markets will be released shortly so keep an eye on the blog for updates. The bikes are beyond bright! Below we highlight Giant Australia's complete unisex mountain bike range for 2017. It’s a common theme amongst the top mountain bike brands, and helps to create a bike that handles better and offers greater control.īeyond the technical changes, it seems 2017 is another year of Neon. Additionally, it seems the hardtail is still very much alive, with Giant overhauling the Talon and XTC ranges, while introducing a new mid-level range, the Fathom 29.Īcross the board, these new bikes feature geometry that’s now longer, lower and slacker. Giant has revamped its hugely popular Trance trail bike and Anthem cross country ranges. The new product season sees plenty of fresh things in the mountain bike world from Giant. We’re barely half way through 20 bikes are starting to trickle through to stores.