I just got mine yesterday brand new. I’ve been riding a hard tail for twenty years. This is a real upgrade for me. I wanted to purchase a full suspension bike with decent components and in a reasonably priced budget to get me back out on the trails. I’m not looking to ride that aggressively that I’ll be entering the X games. This will be awesome for me. Thank you for your video your information most valuable.
I have the stance 2 29 2022 comes with a dropper... I ride it very hard it is a really capable bike! One thing I find is its really fast!!! Its rolling acceleration is surprising...
*I love the **Latest.Bike** . The standard seat that cMe with the bike was incredibly uncomfortable, but a quick seat swap made the bike so much more enjoyable.*
Yes, the stock saddle was not very comfortable for me either. I ended up testing out quite a few and, surprisingly, ended up with a Bontrager Sport saddle on my Stance.
Good review. Most channels are covering $8,000+ bikes. Which had better be unbelievable. The Stance is a great value, quality entry into full suspension. It mimics the Trance geometry without the Maestro suspension. If you don't understand how the Maestro link works, you probably don't need it. The Stance specs well above its price. It rides better than its price.
Great video, just picked my 21 stance 29-2 up today! I was waiting for the 1 model in rosewood but love this color more, minor little updates such as yourself as needed. Loving so far!
I have the same bike with the original specs, Crest and Forecasters. Pro's: it really is a great bike for the price. Drive train is excellent, light weight, Crest fork is compatible with RS Recon or Reba, seat is better than mid price WTB, Shimano hubs are race quality, good bar, stem and rims for factory name equipment. (I've raced some enduro with it) Cons: grips, brakes fade and weak, rear shock is the weakest link on it, tubeless setup leaks and have to add air everyday, chain guide is essential if you shred on the DH's. With the right upgrades this is a very capable and compatible bike with any big brand bike in it's class.
You had me at " I did not buy a full suspension bike in order to lock it out " .... by the way , I ordered a 2021 Giant Trance in 27.5 aluminum . I can't wait for the new bike day . Your review would put to shame , the top 10 reviewers at you tube . I'm 5' 8" too so that handlebar may fit me better .
Thank you! I had fun making this and figured I may as well share my experiences. You will love that 27.5 trance, that wheel size gives you a lot of control and the ability to move the bike around!
Suspension is working out well. Doesn't seem overly bouncy and the rebound adjustment, especially on the rear, is easy to dial in. Now, please keep in mind this is coming from a guy who hasn't had a full suspension air shock bike before, so take that for what it's worth.
Ahhh... thanks for the explanation. Which fork did yours come with? The Giant or the SR Suntour? I believe the Suntour has the mud guard built in but the Giant Crest does not. I purchased mine last summer, before the Giant forks were shipping on these bikes.
Glad you like the Stance 2! I had the Stance 1 last August, 9 left in the USA, sold out. 1x12 makes total sense, way less servicing, combine a 29 wheel you'll be clearing hills /rocks like never before. I'd add a 203 mm front rotor, send the front rotors to the rear. It will increase the stopping power of a fast rolling 29 for cheap.
Bike is awesome! I got this the week it came out! Went with Raceface pedals, Blue Ergon Lockon grips, and replaces Maxxis Forekasters with Vitorria Mazza 29 X 2.6 Trail tire. Gret review!
Thank you! This is my first UA-cam review. I'm no pro by any means, but just thought I'd share some observations during a morning trail ride today. Hope you enjoy your Stance when it arrives!
you prolly dont care but if you're stoned like me during the covid times then you can stream all the latest movies and series on InstaFlixxer. I've been watching with my gf these days :)
Thank you for the review. This bike is on my short list, but i am concerned about the quick release at the rear will. I am afraid that the extra flexibility will cause disk brake rubbing. I am also concerned that the smaller disk rotor at the back will decrease stopping power and i tend to brake a lot on downhills. Did you have any issues like those i mentioned above ?
yeah that'll happen after riding it for a while, especially because of the weird seats stay flex "technology", whcih is just a cheaper way to manufacture the suspension platform.
Great review! Im also looking into getting a Giant mountain bike as well. For sizing did you go with the small or medium? Im roughly your height as well.
Thanks! It's a medium frame and it is just right for me. I wouldn't have wanted anything smaller. My previous bike, a 2020 Giant Talon 2, was also a medium.
Love the video and the bike looks great! I currently have a trek marlin 5 hardtail and I’m looking at getting one myself; the only thing I’m not sure about is the suspension being sr suntour rather than fox or other higher end brands (I know this is reflected in the great price). I don’t hit overly hard trails, and don’t really do jumps so was just wondering up if you think the sr suntour set up will hold up over time so I don’t have to replace/ upgrade and if you’ve had any issues in the time you’ve had the bike? Cheers
Hello! The SR Suntour shocks have worked well for me so far. Keep in mind I'm more of a trail rider, not a big jumper. I primarily wanted the full suspension setup to smooth out the ride and help with keeping grip vs having the rear wheel bounce around a lot. This bike has been working great for that. I love the Deore 1x12 setup as well. So much nicer than having multiple front chain rings, and the clutch on the derailleur really keeps everything nice and tight.
Don't be put off by SR Suntour suspension; they make some serious high-end stuff too, which is ridden by someof the best pros. The Raidon is the lower of the more serious end of Suntour's product line. My stance came with the Axon fork, which is next up from the Raidon, and honestly, it performs better than my RockShox Reba ever did. Also, the Suntour forks are so easy to service compared to others. The Raidon R rear shockis easily equivalent to the RockShox Monarch R on many more expensive models. People associate SR Suntour with really cheap suspension, but forget that they also make stuff that competes very well with Fox and RockShox etc. on performance. I would be happy if my next bike had Suntour on it, and I love jumps and drops.
Wow, thanks for informing us about not having Maestro suspension. I just assumed it was the same as the Trance. Definitely something I overlooked in my research.
I don't think you can really pick a best between those two, it really comes down to personal preference. However, if you are going to tackle gnarly terrain there is a reason most people are on full sus. The impact absorption is something a hardtail just can't match.
I love how handlebars length are so objective you run super short about the same high as me but I run 800 and people get so mad over it also my trails are super techy with heeps of trees so i dint think its to big a deal just means i have to have better line choice depending on whats around me
Yes, handlebar length is very much a personal choice. Rider height, arm length, and overall comfort have a lot to do with it. In the end, whatever works best for each person is the right choice!
I have the option of buying the Giant Stance 29 2 (2021), and the Polygon Siskiu T7. The Giant is at my local shop so I can personally see it, find the perfect size, and it is cheaper. I found the Polygon online but I obviously can't find the perfect size. I will just use my height. The giant is $150 cheaper and is 4 pounds lighter. I was told by a few people that overall the polygon is a better bike (not using price just material and build). Both are pretty much the same overall. I really cannot choose which one I should get.
I love my Giant, but also hear great things about Polygon. Just looking at the specs there are a lot of good things going for the Polygon. I will say that I believe it comes with a dropper post, which in itself is worth the $150.
It's ok, but not the best for gnarly descents. It's a short travel trail bike with a 67 degree head angle, which means it is very versatile, but will have limitations in the super-steep gnarly stuff, bigger jumps etc. It's fine on mildly technical trails.
Yes, the Stance 1 comes with a dropper post and uses the same frame. Just have to watch the seat tube bend and make sure your post doesn't bottom out at that before you want it to.
@@noels8817 The Praxis Cadet 1x cranks are SRAM direct mount compatible, so there is a lot of choice. I did not keep the Praxis crank and BB though, as I had a Shimano XT crank that I wanted to use. I use an AbsoluteBlack 32T chainring. No clearance issues at all. Contrary to popular misunderstanding on some forums, the Stance rear end is boost.
If anyone can help me out I have a question?…. Interested in getting a full suspension mountain bike. I’m 5’6. Wondering if I should get a 29r medium, or a 29r small? Thank you.
It would really depend on manufacturer. I would recommend going to a bike shop and test riding both sizes of what you are looking at before purchasing. If ordering online, go with the manufacturers sizing chart.
@@mctg9043 thanks. What is your recommendation for sizing bikes if you can't do it in person? For example, buying a Polygon which are not available in stores to see in person?
@@randompastimes Funny you should say that, I'm getting a Polygon siskiu D7 very soon and I'm having a very hard time choosing size. One of the best numerics for sizing is RAD (rider area distance). It measures how much movement space you have on your bike. You know a bike will fit you if your RAD matches its RAD. To measure your RAD, stand up straight with riding gear on and move your hands as far down as possible without bending over of bending your arms. Make fists with your hands and measure the distance from the ground to your knuckles. This video explains it really well and you can see how they do it: ua-cam.com/video/rHagRovHSYs/v-deo.html To measure your bike's RAD, it's the distance from the midpoint of the bars to the bottom bracket. However, since you can't measure this before buying the bike, you can just plug in the stack and reach numbers into the formula for the diagonal of a triangle (a²+b²=c²) to get the RAD of any bike. Or you can just use a triangle calculator like this one: www.calculator.net/triangle-calculator.html but be sure to make the degree number 90⁰ at the top. Just write the stack and reach numbers in the two boxes. Another simpler and quicker alternative is to multiply your height in centimetres by 2.5. That'll give you your rough optimum reach for any bike. It's not as accurate as the other method though. You can just incorporate both methods for the best accuracy. As an example, my RAD is about 780mm. After using the triangle calculator and plugging in the stack and reach numbers of the polygon siskiu D7 size large (616 and 464), I got 760. That's close enough to my RAD for the bike to feel really nice and in control. As for the other method, I'm 180cm tall (5"11'), and multiplying that by 2.5 gets 450, and that's also close enough to the reach number, 465. Im probably going to get the large because of my RAD being closest to that size, but even if it's too big bikesonline accepts refunds within the first 2 weeks. Hope that helps.
why that weird seat post...you r destroying geometry with that angled post. giant is already pretty conservative on geometry as is. more efficient pedaling with straight post
It's a Thomson Elite setback post, and has the same amount of setback as the Giant post that came on it from the factory. So, there is no change in the geometry of the bike. I like the Thomson because it is rock solid and I have had Giant factory posts fail on me before. But, once again, I wouldn't necessarily call a setback post "weird" (especially when it's Thomson, one of the most well know seatpost manufacturers) when it has the exact same amount of setback as the factory post.
Nice looking bike but poor quality control or poor transport.Rear wheel has major issues right out of the box. ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxHL1v1R3NE5x4KiYfyt8dnQmyNYz7qi5L Rear axle is bent! Derailleur is misaligned.Since the rear wheel comes assembled I would have expected better.Assembly instructions poorly written, but that was not unexpected...just annoying.I just had the bike checked at a shop and was told that I should contact the seller about getting a whole rear wheel assembly with cartridge. (The bike shop could not do anything to help me).Not a good experience with this bike, so lesson learned.Added 3 stars for excellent customer serviceUpdate Sept 8 2020Just received a complete replacement wheel for free. Great service and an otherwise fine bike.
I just got mine yesterday brand new. I’ve been riding a hard tail for twenty years. This is a real upgrade for me. I wanted to purchase a full suspension bike with decent components and in a reasonably priced budget to get me back out on the trails. I’m not looking to ride that aggressively that I’ll be entering the X games. This will be awesome for me. Thank you for your video your information most valuable.
Congratulations on the new ride, I'm glad the video has helpful!
I have the stance 2 29 2022 comes with a dropper... I ride it very hard it is a really capable bike! One thing I find is its really fast!!! Its rolling acceleration is surprising...
*I love the **Latest.Bike** . The standard seat that cMe with the bike was incredibly uncomfortable, but a quick seat swap made the bike so much more enjoyable.*
Yes, the stock saddle was not very comfortable for me either. I ended up testing out quite a few and, surprisingly, ended up with a Bontrager Sport saddle on my Stance.
Good review. Most channels are covering $8,000+ bikes. Which had better be unbelievable.
The Stance is a great value, quality entry into full suspension. It mimics the Trance geometry without the Maestro suspension. If you don't understand how the Maestro link works, you probably don't need it.
The Stance specs well above its price. It rides better than its price.
Thanks! I'm very happy with it, it's a great trail machine!
Great video, just picked my 21 stance 29-2 up today! I was waiting for the 1 model in rosewood but love this color more, minor little updates such as yourself as needed. Loving so far!
Awesome! I love this Stance, simply a great all around bike for trail. I might ad a dropper to it at some point but that's about it.
I just got the stance 1 in rosewood and mannnn I’m loving it besides the tires ! Upgrade is on the way tho
I have the same bike with the original specs, Crest and Forecasters.
Pro's: it really is a great bike for the price. Drive train is excellent, light weight, Crest fork is compatible with RS Recon or Reba, seat is better than mid price WTB, Shimano hubs are race quality, good bar, stem and rims for factory name equipment. (I've raced some enduro with it)
Cons: grips, brakes fade and weak, rear shock is the weakest link on it, tubeless setup leaks and have to add air everyday, chain guide is essential if you shred on the DH's.
With the right upgrades this is a very capable and compatible bike with any big brand bike in it's class.
I have not ridden in a bit, but enjoy this bike for sure. I'm not a "shredder" and think this bike is just about perfect for my style of riding.
You had me at " I did not buy a full suspension bike in order to lock it out " .... by the way , I ordered a 2021 Giant Trance in 27.5 aluminum . I can't wait for the new bike day . Your review would put to shame , the top 10 reviewers at you tube . I'm 5' 8" too so that handlebar may fit me better .
Thank you! I had fun making this and figured I may as well share my experiences. You will love that 27.5 trance, that wheel size gives you a lot of control and the ability to move the bike around!
Thanks for the review much needed , how’s the suspension on the bike ,
Suspension is working out well. Doesn't seem overly bouncy and the rebound adjustment, especially on the rear, is easy to dial in. Now, please keep in mind this is coming from a guy who hasn't had a full suspension air shock bike before, so take that for what it's worth.
Great review sir! You mentioned you are 5’8” tall. What size bike did you buy? Forgive me if I missed it in your review. Thanks!
Hi! I bought a medium size and it seems to be just right for me.
@@randompastimes Thank you!
Got mine last Monday! Love it! I ended up with the Forekasters, I also noticed that I didn’t get the front plastic on the tire.
Awesome! When you mention the front plastic, can you clarify what you are referring to?
Ahhh... thanks for the explanation. Which fork did yours come with? The Giant or the SR Suntour? I believe the Suntour has the mud guard built in but the Giant Crest does not. I purchased mine last summer, before the Giant forks were shipping on these bikes.
@@ChiefOmp20 My Giant Stance 29 2 2021 also doesn't have the plastic mudguard. Not sure why.
Glad you like the Stance 2! I had the Stance 1 last August, 9 left in the USA, sold out. 1x12 makes total sense, way less servicing, combine a 29 wheel you'll be clearing hills /rocks like never before. I'd add a 203 mm front rotor, send the front rotors to the rear. It will increase the stopping power of a fast rolling 29 for cheap.
Thanks! Yeah, really enjoying this bike although I don't get out to ride as much as I'd like!
Thank you. I just purchased one. Excited!
Awesome, enjoy it! It's a great riding machine!
Bike is awesome! I got this the week it came out! Went with Raceface pedals, Blue Ergon Lockon grips, and replaces Maxxis Forekasters with Vitorria Mazza 29 X 2.6 Trail tire. Gret review!
I have the Raceface Chester pedals on mine and love them. Sounds like have yours dialed in!
Well done sir! This is one of the best reviews yet. Just ordered mine last week and can’t wait for it. Hope it comes spec’d with Ardents as well!
Thank you! This is my first UA-cam review. I'm no pro by any means, but just thought I'd share some observations during a morning trail ride today. Hope you enjoy your Stance when it arrives!
Random Pastimes no problem! Keep the reviews coming. Some on trail videos and maybe even an update with any issues or parts you update on the bike 👍🏽
you prolly dont care but if you're stoned like me during the covid times then you can stream all the latest movies and series on InstaFlixxer. I've been watching with my gf these days :)
@Skyler Salvatore Definitely, I have been watching on InstaFlixxer for months myself :)
Thank you for the review.
This bike is on my short list, but i am concerned about the quick release at the rear will.
I am afraid that the extra flexibility will cause disk brake rubbing.
I am also concerned that the smaller disk rotor at the back will decrease stopping power and i tend to brake a lot on downhills.
Did you have any issues like those i mentioned above ?
I have not experienced any of those issues.
yeah that'll happen after riding it for a while, especially because of the weird seats stay flex "technology", whcih is just a cheaper way to manufacture the suspension platform.
Great review! Im also looking into getting a Giant mountain bike as well. For sizing did you go with the small or medium? Im roughly your height as well.
Thanks! It's a medium frame and it is just right for me. I wouldn't have wanted anything smaller. My previous bike, a 2020 Giant Talon 2, was also a medium.
@@randompastimes hi what height are you beacause i am going to buy one but i have a large kona blast and im 5 7 and it fits me great
@@mohammedaamir4v972 I have ridden Giant bikes for 7 years. I am 5'9". 5'7" is a solid medium frame Stance.
Just bought mine today. Great review and helped me make up my mind. Take delivery on Wednesday, super pumped.
Great! I hope you enjoy it. It's been awhile since I have been on mine, but hoping to get back out on the trails soon!
I'm new to mountain biking and bought this 2021 Stance 2 crest in mint condition. What do you think of it as a beginner bike?
I think it is a great beginner bike and, depending on what type of trails you ride and your style, could be a long term bike for you.
Love the video and the bike looks great! I currently have a trek marlin 5 hardtail and I’m looking at getting one myself; the only thing I’m not sure about is the suspension being sr suntour rather than fox or other higher end brands (I know this is reflected in the great price). I don’t hit overly hard trails, and don’t really do jumps so was just wondering up if you think the sr suntour set up will hold up over time so I don’t have to replace/ upgrade and if you’ve had any issues in the time you’ve had the bike? Cheers
Hello! The SR Suntour shocks have worked well for me so far. Keep in mind I'm more of a trail rider, not a big jumper. I primarily wanted the full suspension setup to smooth out the ride and help with keeping grip vs having the rear wheel bounce around a lot. This bike has been working great for that. I love the Deore 1x12 setup as well. So much nicer than having multiple front chain rings, and the clutch on the derailleur really keeps everything nice and tight.
Don't be put off by SR Suntour suspension; they make some serious high-end stuff too, which is ridden by someof the best pros. The Raidon is the lower of the more serious end of Suntour's product line. My stance came with the Axon fork, which is next up from the Raidon, and honestly, it performs better than my RockShox Reba ever did. Also, the Suntour forks are so easy to service compared to others. The Raidon R rear shockis easily equivalent to the RockShox Monarch R on many more expensive models. People associate SR Suntour with really cheap suspension, but forget that they also make stuff that competes very well with Fox and RockShox etc. on performance. I would be happy if my next bike had Suntour on it, and I love jumps and drops.
SR suntour forever
SR suntour forever
nice review, whats the max user weight on this bike?
I am not sure, you would need to contact Giant for that information.
Wow, thanks for informing us about not having Maestro suspension. I just assumed it was the same as the Trance. Definitely something I overlooked in my research.
It is one of the differences that helps keeps the Stance's price lower.
Thanks for the great review!
My pleasure!
Very good review and thank you.
Thanks for your kind words!
Giant fathom 2 2021 vs stance 2 2021
Which is best ?
Hardtrail vs full sus
I don't think you can really pick a best between those two, it really comes down to personal preference. However, if you are going to tackle gnarly terrain there is a reason most people are on full sus. The impact absorption is something a hardtail just can't match.
amazing video man, thank you!
Thank you!
Well done. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you!
I recommend you the Wittkop Medicus saddle and the Kitsuma Trans X dropper post , thank me later .
I love how handlebars length are so objective you run super short about the same high as me but I run 800 and people get so mad over it also my trails are super techy with heeps of trees so i dint think its to big a deal just means i have to have better line choice depending on whats around me
Yes, handlebar length is very much a personal choice. Rider height, arm length, and overall comfort have a lot to do with it. In the end, whatever works best for each person is the right choice!
by chance do you know the inner width of the stock rims? I couldn’t not find any info regarding it
Looks like 30mm according to these specs.
www.giant-bicycles.com/us/stance-29-2-2021
What about hub spacing sir. Is that boost thru axle on rear and front?
Here's the specs off the Giant website: [F] Giant Tracker Performance Boost 15x110, sealed bearing [R] Giant Tracker Giant Sport QR141, loose ball
How does the handling on technical trails vs this bike and your old bike
It's hard to say, I haven't taken this on a lot of technical areas yet as most of the trails near me are more flowy.
I have the option of buying the Giant Stance 29 2 (2021), and the Polygon Siskiu T7. The Giant is at my local shop so I can personally see it, find the perfect size, and it is cheaper. I found the Polygon online but I obviously can't find the perfect size. I will just use my height. The giant is $150 cheaper and is 4 pounds lighter. I was told by a few people that overall the polygon is a better bike (not using price just material and build). Both are pretty much the same overall. I really cannot choose which one I should get.
I love my Giant, but also hear great things about Polygon. Just looking at the specs there are a lot of good things going for the Polygon. I will say that I believe it comes with a dropper post, which in itself is worth the $150.
@@randompastimes Thank you for responding, aaaaand… I’ll just subscribe real quick.
@@randompastimes thanks!
@@randompastimes I’ll subscribe thanks!
Is this a downhill or is it the same as normal mountain bike gears
What’s up buddy, didn’t understand you?
Not an Enduro bike, more of an all trails bike.
Would this be a good bike for races
Not sure, I'm not a racer. But it is not a downhill Enduro bike.
How is this bike for descents and difficult trails?
Moat trails near me don't have long ot steep descents so it's hard for me to provide an accurate assessment for that.
It's ok, but not the best for gnarly descents. It's a short travel trail bike with a 67 degree head angle, which means it is very versatile, but will have limitations in the super-steep gnarly stuff, bigger jumps etc. It's fine on mildly technical trails.
could you fit an internal dropper post in the bike?
Yes, the Stance 1 comes with a dropper post and uses the same frame. Just have to watch the seat tube bend and make sure your post doesn't bottom out at that before you want it to.
Wow great video.
Thank you!
Can you swap out the 30 with a 32 chainring? Will there be clearance issues?
Good question. I'm not sure as I have never tried this.
@@randompastimes thx, let us know when you find anything out..
Yes, I run a 32T on mine with no issues.
@@captainsplendid4532 thanks for letting us know. Where did you procure the praxis cadet 32T chainring?
@@noels8817 The Praxis Cadet 1x cranks are SRAM direct mount compatible, so there is a lot of choice. I did not keep the Praxis crank and BB though, as I had a Shimano XT crank that I wanted to use. I use an AbsoluteBlack 32T chainring. No clearance issues at all. Contrary to popular misunderstanding on some forums, the Stance rear end is boost.
what brand is that front fender?
It is the stock fender that came with the bike.
If anyone can help me out I have a question?….
Interested in getting a full suspension mountain bike. I’m 5’6. Wondering if I should get a 29r medium, or a 29r small?
Thank you.
It would really depend on manufacturer. I would recommend going to a bike shop and test riding both sizes of what you are looking at before purchasing. If ordering online, go with the manufacturers sizing chart.
@@randompastimes bad advice, never go with the manufacturers sizing chart
@@mctg9043 thanks. What is your recommendation for sizing bikes if you can't do it in person? For example, buying a Polygon which are not available in stores to see in person?
@@randompastimes Funny you should say that, I'm getting a Polygon siskiu D7 very soon and I'm having a very hard time choosing size.
One of the best numerics for sizing is RAD (rider area distance). It measures how much movement space you have on your bike. You know a bike will fit you if your RAD matches its RAD.
To measure your RAD, stand up straight with riding gear on and move your hands as far down as possible without bending over of bending your arms. Make fists with your hands and measure the distance from the ground to your knuckles. This video explains it really well and you can see how they do it: ua-cam.com/video/rHagRovHSYs/v-deo.html
To measure your bike's RAD, it's the distance from the midpoint of the bars to the bottom bracket. However, since you can't measure this before buying the bike, you can just plug in the stack and reach numbers into the formula for the diagonal of a triangle (a²+b²=c²) to get the RAD of any bike. Or you can just use a triangle calculator like this one: www.calculator.net/triangle-calculator.html
but be sure to make the degree number 90⁰ at the top. Just write the stack and reach numbers in the two boxes.
Another simpler and quicker alternative is to multiply your height in centimetres by 2.5. That'll give you your rough optimum reach for any bike. It's not as accurate as the other method though. You can just incorporate both methods for the best accuracy.
As an example, my RAD is about 780mm. After using the triangle calculator and plugging in the stack and reach numbers of the polygon siskiu D7 size large (616 and 464), I got 760. That's close enough to my RAD for the bike to feel really nice and in control.
As for the other method, I'm 180cm tall (5"11'), and multiplying that by 2.5 gets 450, and that's also close enough to the reach number, 465.
Im probably going to get the large because of my RAD being closest to that size, but even if it's too big bikesonline accepts refunds within the first 2 weeks.
Hope that helps.
@@mctg9043 thanks for sharing the insight.
What size did you get the bike?
Mine is a size medium, I am 5'8" and the size is just right.
@@randompastimes where is it actually made ? im a usa expat in philippines ,if its made in china i might be able to get a genuine one here .
This bike has a dropper post?
No it does not come with one.
Nice bike.
Thanks!
Hey how much is it now
No idea, give your local Giant bike dealer a call and see what they are charging.
Im just wanna ask is the Suspension at the back is it ok?because is brought my bike this afternoon..
Yes, it is okay.
cons - frame is dated. rear hub spacing is QR 135mm. you should mentioned that. And the geometry is also dated
Quick release can be a problem but but everyone is concerned with geometry.
why that weird seat post...you r destroying geometry with that angled post. giant is already pretty conservative on geometry as is. more efficient pedaling with straight post
It's a Thomson Elite setback post, and has the same amount of setback as the Giant post that came on it from the factory. So, there is no change in the geometry of the bike. I like the Thomson because it is rock solid and I have had Giant factory posts fail on me before. But, once again, I wouldn't necessarily call a setback post "weird" (especially when it's Thomson, one of the most well know seatpost manufacturers) when it has the exact same amount of setback as the factory post.
@@randompastimes Doesn't the bend in the post stop you from lowering it enough for steep descents?
Most of the trails I ride don't have long sections of steep descents. For those spots I'm able to hang off the back.
I love that this guy sounds a little like Elon Musk
Too funny!
dellor? cmon i cant be the only one
Nice looking bike but poor quality control or poor transport.Rear wheel has major issues right out of the box. ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxHL1v1R3NE5x4KiYfyt8dnQmyNYz7qi5L Rear axle is bent! Derailleur is misaligned.Since the rear wheel comes assembled I would have expected better.Assembly instructions poorly written, but that was not unexpected...just annoying.I just had the bike checked at a shop and was told that I should contact the seller about getting a whole rear wheel assembly with cartridge. (The bike shop could not do anything to help me).Not a good experience with this bike, so lesson learned.Added 3 stars for excellent customer serviceUpdate Sept 8 2020Just received a complete replacement wheel for free. Great service and an otherwise fine bike.
That's why I only buy from the dealer themselves, in the physical stores
What bike did you have before this bike
I had a 2020 Giant Talon 2 in 27.5 wheel size.