Details
Giant's Trance Advanced 27.5 2 plays nice with gravity on the descents but won't play by its rules on the climbs. This composite trail sled floats over rock gardens and roots thanks to Giant's 140mm Maestro rear suspension featuring a RockShox Monarch RT shock. On the front, a RockShox Sektor RL delivers the same high-end action along with 140mm of travel. Throw in a SRAM X7/X9 drivetrain for slick shifts and the right gear for whatever the trail can hurl your way, as well as a set of Giant 27.5 wheels for precision steering. Plus, SRAM's stellar Guide R brakes inspire confidence on every inch of dirt. And a Giant dropper post means the perfect riding position, whether the trail grinds up, drops down, or snakes around; it's just a flick of the remote away. The rest of the spec, including Giant's stem and bar and the Giant Contact seat, are equally up to keeping you in a pinned trance.
27.5-inch wheels (also known as 650B) offer the best characteristics of 26- and 29-inch wheels for an outstanding ride.
Efficiency: Increasing the wheel diameter decreases the angle of attack (the angle at which round objects meet square objects). The lower the angle, the easier it is to roll over obstacles and maintain momentum.
Traction: With a larger diameter, the tire's contact patch increases, putting more rubber on the trail. A 27.5-inch (650B) has nearly the same contact patch as a 29er for superb acceleration, braking and cornering.
Weight: The weight of a 27.5 wheel, tire and tube is only 5% more than an identically built 26-inch wheel. Compare this to a 12% increase with a 29-inch wheel. Lighter wheels mean a lighter bike, and better climbing and acceleration.
Pedals sold separately
Specs
Frame | Giant Advanced-grade Composite w/ALUXX SL rear triangle, Maestro suspension, 5.5-inch travel |
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Fork | RockShox Sektor RL Solo Air, OverDrive steerer, 15mm thru-axle, 140mm-travel |
Rear Shock | RockShox Monarch RT |
Rims/Wheels | Giant P-XC2, 27.5-inch |
Hubs | See Rims/Wheels |
Spokes | See Rims/Wheels |
Tires | Schwalbe, Front: Nobby Nic Trailstar, 27.5 x 2.25; Rear: Nobby Nic Pacestar, 27.5 x 2.25 |
Crankset | SRAM S1000 |
Chainrings | 38/24 w/MRP guide |
Front Derailleur | SRAM X7 |
Rear Derailleur | SRAM X9, Type 2 |
Rear Cogs | SRAM PG1050, 10-speed: 11-36 |
Shifters | SRAM X7 |
Handlebars | Giant Contact, low rise |
Stem | Giant Contact |
Brake Levers | Avid Guide R |
Brakes | Avid Guide R hydraulic disc, 7/6-inch rotors |
Saddle | Giant Contact |
Seatpost | Giant Contact SL Switch-R dropper post |
* Subject to change without notice.
Videos
Giant 27.5 -- Ride Without Limits.
Maestro technology
Part Numbers
Option | UPC | MPN |
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X-Small | 08717611769241 | 50034213 |
Small | 08717611769258 | 50034214 |
Medium | 08717611769265 | 50034215 |
Large | 08717611769272 | 50034216 |
X-Large | 08717611769289 | 50034217 |