The mountain bike experience starts here. With a redesigned frame that’s now lighter and more durable, along with a smooth-riding suspension fork, thru-axle hubs*, and a 1x drivetrain*, this aluminum hardtail is everything an aspiring MTB rider needs to evolve and advance. *on select models.

Key Performance Factors

Modern MTB Design

Tapered fork steerer tubes*, quality components including a 1x drivetrain* with clutch-equipped rear derailleurs, thru-axle hubs*, internal cable routing (including dropper seatpost) and an integrated chainstay protector give aspiring trail riders room to grow. *on select models

Off-Road Control

New geometry is optimized for confident trail riding and two different wheel sizes (27.5 or 29-inch) depending on frame size. The geometry is also designed for front suspension with either an 80mm or 100mm fork depending on frame size. All models have clearance for high-volume tires (up to 2.4-inch) for traction and grip on technical terrain.

Light and Durable

All-new ALUXX aluminum frame features updated shaping and a lighter overall weight for improved performance on off-road terrain.

 

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Talon 29 1 (2027)

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Size Guide

Size Height Range
XX-Small 5'0"-5'2"
X-Small 5'2"-5'4"
Small 5'4" to 5'8"
Medium 5'7" to 5'11"
Large 5'10" to 6'2"
X-Large 6'2" to 6'6"

 

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SKU: 1095017195

The mountain bike experience starts here. With a redesigned frame that’s now lighter and more durable, along with a smooth-riding suspension fork, thru-axle hubs*, and a 1x drivetrain*, this aluminum hardtail is everything an aspiring MTB rider needs to evolve and advance. *on select models.

Key Performance Factors

Modern MTB Design

Tapered fork steerer tubes*, quality components including a 1x drivetrain* with clutch-equipped rear derailleurs, thru-axle hubs*, internal cable routing (including dropper seatpost) and an integrated chainstay protector give aspiring trail riders room to grow. *on select models

Off-Road Control

New geometry is optimized for confident trail riding and two different wheel sizes (27.5 or 29-inch) depending on frame size. The geometry is also designed for front suspension with either an 80mm or 100mm fork depending on frame size. All models have clearance for high-volume tires (up to 2.4-inch) for traction and grip on technical terrain.

Light and Durable

All-new ALUXX aluminum frame features updated shaping and a lighter overall weight for improved performance on off-road terrain.

 

SPECIFICATIONS
  • Sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL
  • Frame ALUXX-Grade Butted Aluminum
  • Fork GIANT SXC32-2 RCL Alloy SingleAir 29""/27.5"" 15x110 TA 80mm(27.5") Spring: Air 80mm(27.5")/100mm(29") Spring: Air | M, L, XL, XXL: 100mm(29") Spring: Air
  • Handlebar Giant Connect Trail, 780mm x 31.8mm,GA 690mm XS: 690mm(27,5") S: 690mm(27,5") /750mm(29") M, L, XL, XXL: 780mm(29")
  • Grips Giant Sole-O Grip
  • Stem Giant Sport, 7 Degree XS: 40(27.5") S: 50(27.5"/29") M: 60(27.5"/29") L: 70(27.5"/29") XL: 80(29") XXL: 90(29")
  • Seatpost Giant Sport, 30.9, SP217
  • Saddle Giant ErgoContact Trail
  • Pedals MTB caged
  • Shiftersmicro SHIFT Advent, 1x11
  • Rear Derailleur microSHIFT Advent, clutch
  • BrakesTektro HD M3121, hydraulic, Tektro rotors [F]180mm, [R]160mm
  • Brake LeversTektro HD M3121
  • CassettemicroSHIFT Advent MX, 11x50
  • ChainKMC X11
  • CranksetProWheel Charm, 32t (27.5) or 30t (29) XS: 165mm (27.5) S: 165mm (27.5) / 170mm (29) M: 170mm (29) L: 170mm (29) XL: 175mm (29) XXL: 175mm (29)
  • Bottom Bracketcartridge
  • RimsGiant tubeless compatible 29 or 27.5, alloy, double wall, 21mm inner width
  • Hubs[F] Giant Tracker hub, sealed bearing, 15x110 thru axle. [R] Giant Tracker hub, 12x142 thru axle, 24-pawl drive
  • SpokesStainless 14G
  • TiresMaxxis Rekon 27.5x2.4" or Maxxis Rekon Race 29x2.4", wire bead
  • Max Tire Clearancemaximum Rear tire size 2.4"
  • Max Chainring Sizemaximum chainring size 32T
Please Note: Product images are for illustrative purposes only. Manufacturers occasionaly make updates to components, specifications, and finishes, meaning the actual bike you receive may vary slightly from the photos. However, any substituted parts will always be of like or better quality. If you have any questions about specific components, please don't hesitate to reach out to our team so we can get you the most up-to-date info on our current stock.
GEOMETRY
  XS (27.5") S (29") M (29") L (29") XL (29")
A Seat Tube Length (inch) 13.6 15 16.5 17.7 18.9
A1 Seat Post Insertion Depth (inch) 11.8 9.6 7.9 9.8 11.8
B Seat Tube Angle 74.0° 74.5° 74.5° 74.5° 74.5°
C Top Tube Length (inch) 21.3 22.9 23.8 24.8 25.7
D Head Tube Length (inch) 3.5 3.7 4.1 4.9 5.5
E Head Tube Angle 67.0° 67.5° 67.5° 67.5° 67.5°
F Fork Rake (inch) 1.7 1.7 1.7 1.7 1.7
G Trail (inch) 4.1 4.3 4.3 4.3 4.3
H Wheelbase (inch) 42.7 44.9 45.8 46.9 47.9
I Chain Stay Length (inch) 17.3 17.9 17.9 17.9 17.9
J Bottom Bracket Drop (inch) 1.8 2.2 2.2 2.2 2.2
K Stack (inch) 21.6 23.5 23.9 24.6 25.1
L Reach (inch) 15.2 16.3 17.1 17.9 18.7
M Stand Over Height (inch) 26.9 28.1 27.9 27.9 28
N Handlebar Width (inch) 29.9 29.9 29.9 29.9 29.9
O Stem Length (inch) 1.6 1.6 2 2.4 2.4
P Crank Length (inch) 6.5 6.7 6.7 6.7 6.9
FEATURES

Key Technologies

ALUXX Aluminum Technology

This Performance level frame material features 6061 alloy with single-butted tubes to produce strong, lightweight framesets for a variety of different bikes and riding styles.
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