Giant Contend SL 1 2021

Description

Ready to increase your road riding mileage? This lightweight, smooth-riding bike is all the motivation you need. Its aluminium frame and high-quality components give you a big boost in efficiency so you can crank out more miles day in and day out.
Made with a lightweight ALUXX SL aluminium frame, Contend SL features balanced geometry for versatile all-rounder capabilities. The rear triangle is designed for quick acceleration, while the front end puts the rider in a confident position for comfort and control. Its unique technologies, including a D-Fuse composite seatpost and tubeless Giant WheelSystem, give it a smooth ride that’s perfectly capable on all types of road terrain. From the hills to flats, smooth roads or rough, Contend SL does it all.

Balanced road geometry
Frame is specifically engineered to produce a balanced, all-rounder feel that blends confident rider positioning with agile road handling.

Smooth ride quality
Innovative D-Fuse composite seatpost design reduces road shocks and vibrations, and a Giant WheelSystem lets you run tubeless tyres up to 28mm for a smoother ride quality and reduced risk of flats.

Lightweight efficiency
ALUXX SL aluminium frame delivers efficient climbing and snappy acceleration

FrameALUXX SL-Grade Aluminium. Compatible with fenders
ForkAdvanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer

HandlebarGiant Connect
StemGiant Sport
SeatpostGiant D-Fuse, composite
SaddleGiant Approach
PedalsN/A

ShiftersShimano 105
Front DerailleurShimano 105
Rear DerailleurShimano 105 GS
BrakesTektro TK-B178
Brake LeversShimano 105
CassetteShimano 105, 11×34
ChainKMC X11EL-1
CranksetShimano FC-RS510, 34/50
Bottom BracketShimano, press fit

RimsGiant S-R2 wheelset
HubsGiant S-R2 wheelset
SpokesGiant S-R2 wheelset
TyresGiant S-R3 AC, 700x28mm, (max tyre width possible: 30mm)