Your dirt obsession starts here.

Giant took their classic aluminum hardtail and dialed it up a notch. Featuring a redesigned frame that’s lighter, tougher, and ready to rip, paired with buttery-smooth suspension and a rock-solid 1x drivetrain*, this is everything you need to ditch the pavement and level up your ride. 
*Available on select models.

Built to Shred: The Highlights

Future-Proofed Tech

No entry-level compromises here. We stacked this frame with legit trail tech—think sleek internal cable routing (ready for your dropper post upgrade!), clutch-equipped 1x drivetrains* to banish dropped chains, and super-stiff thru-axle hubs*. It’s a platform built to grow right alongside your skills.
*On select models

Point & Shoot Control

Confidence comes standard. Our updated trail geometry keeps you centered and in command. With size-specific wheels (snappy 27.5” or rollover-ready 29”), optimized front suspension, and massive clearance for 2.4-inch tires, you’ll unlock insane grip on even the sketchiest lines.

Lightweight Brawn

Fly up the climbs and bomb down the descents. The all-new ALUXX aluminum frame features radically updated tube shaping to shave off serious weight without sacrificing a single ounce of durability. It’s quick, nimble, and begs to be ridden hard.

Giant

Talon 29 2 (2027)

$800.00

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"

 

Low stock (2 left)
PRO SETUP Expert Assembly 95% Ready to ride out of the box.
CERTIFIED Master Mechanic Assembly Precision dialed before shipping.
SINCE 1992 Over 30 Years of Trust Decades of cycling expertise.

SKU: 109501

Your dirt obsession starts here.

Giant took their classic aluminum hardtail and dialed it up a notch. Featuring a redesigned frame that’s lighter, tougher, and ready to rip, paired with buttery-smooth suspension and a rock-solid 1x drivetrain*, this is everything you need to ditch the pavement and level up your ride. 
*Available on select models.

Built to Shred: The Highlights

Future-Proofed Tech

No entry-level compromises here. We stacked this frame with legit trail tech—think sleek internal cable routing (ready for your dropper post upgrade!), clutch-equipped 1x drivetrains* to banish dropped chains, and super-stiff thru-axle hubs*. It’s a platform built to grow right alongside your skills.
*On select models

Point & Shoot Control

Confidence comes standard. Our updated trail geometry keeps you centered and in command. With size-specific wheels (snappy 27.5” or rollover-ready 29”), optimized front suspension, and massive clearance for 2.4-inch tires, you’ll unlock insane grip on even the sketchiest lines.

Lightweight Brawn

Fly up the climbs and bomb down the descents. The all-new ALUXX aluminum frame features radically updated tube shaping to shave off serious weight without sacrificing a single ounce of durability. It’s quick, nimble, and begs to be ridden hard.

SPECIFICATIONS
  • Sizes: 27.5: XS, S | 29: S, M, L, XL, XXL
  • Colors: Phoenix Fire, Eclipse, Icicle White
  • Frame: ALUXX-grade aluminum, disc
  • Fork: SXC32-3 RL, coil spring, thru axle, steel steerer, 15x110
    XS: 80mm (27.5) | S: 80mm (27.5) / 100mm (29) | M-XXL: 100mm (29)
  • Handlebar: Giant Connect Trail, 31.8mm
    XS-S: 690mm (27.5) | S: 750mm (29) | M-XXL: 780mm (29)
  • Grips: Giant Sole-O
  • Stem: Giant Sport, 7-degree
    XS: 40mm (27.5) | S: 50mm (27.5/29) | M: 60mm (29) | L: 70mm (29) | XL: 80mm (29) | XXL: 90mm (29)
  • Seatpost: Giant Sport, 30.9
    XS-S: 350mm (27.5) | S-L: 375mm (29) | XL-XXL: 420mm (29)
  • Saddle: Giant ErgoContact Trail
  • Pedals: MTB caged
  • Shifters: microSHIFT Advent, 1x9
  • Rear Derailleur: microSHIFT Advent, clutch
  • Brakes: Tektro HDC M275, hydraulic, Tektro rotors [F] 180mm, [R] 160mm
  • Brake Levers: Tektro HDC M275
  • Cassette: microSHIFT, 11x46
  • Chain: KMC X9
  • Crankset: ProWheel Charm, 32t (27.5) or 30t (29)
    XS-S: 165mm (27.5) | S-L: 170mm (29) | XL-XXL: 175mm (29)
  • Bottom Bracket: Cartridge
  • Rims: Giant GX03V 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
  • Spokes: Stainless, 14g
  • Tires: Maxxis Rekon 27.5x2.4" or Maxxis Rekon Race 29x2.4", wire bead
  • Max Tire Clearance: 2.4"
  • Max 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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