Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork Suntour XCE
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Groupset Altus, microSHIFT -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 8 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
163cm - 172cm
MD
169cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 186cm
XL
183cm - 193cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ALUXX-grade aluminum, disc
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCE, QR, alloy steerer S: 100mm travel (29) M: 100mm travel (29), L: 100mm travel (29) XL: 100mm travel (29)
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus M310
Front Derailleur
microSHIFT FD-M282
Shift Levers
microSHIFT TS39, 2x8
Cassette
Shimano Deore HG200, 12x32
Crank
Shimano FC-M315, 22/36 S: 170mm (29) M: 175mm (29), L: 175mm (29) XL: 175mm (29)
Bottom Bracket
Cartridge
Chain
KMC 8.3
Pedals
MTB caged
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy, sealed
Rear Hub
Alloy, sealed
Rims
Giant GX03V 29" alloy, double wall
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Tires
Kenda Booster 29x2.2", wire bead
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HDC M275, hydraulic, Tektro rotors [F]180mm, [R]160mm
Brake Levers
Tektro HDC M275
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Sport, 7-degree S: 50mm (29) M: 60mm (29) L: 70mm (29) XL: 80mm (29)
Handlebar
Giant Connect Trail, 31.8mm
Grips
Giant Sole-O
Seat
Saddle
Giant
Seatpost
Giant Sport, 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.441 mm | 1.435 mm | 1.419 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 319 mm | 319 mm | 319 mm | 319 mm |
| Front Center | 677 mm | 700 | 722 mm | 742 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 94 mm | 94 mm | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Stack | 602 mm | 611 mm | 630 mm | 644 mm |
| Reach | 404 mm | 424 mm | 439 mm | 454 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 577 mm | 599 mm | 620 mm | 639 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 390 mm | 440 mm | 490 mm | 535 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 105 mm | 125 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 455 mm | 455 mm | 455 mm | 455 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1126 mm | 1150 mm | 1172 mm | 1192 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Standover Height | 732 mm | 766 mm | 805 mm | 839 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 163 cm | 169 cm | 176 cm | 183 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 172 cm | 179 cm | 186 cm | 193 cm |
About this model
Talon 3 belongs to the Giant Talon model. Giant launched 67 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2024 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Giant Talon 20 2024 is the cheapest bike model and costs 340$. Giant Talon 1 2024 is the most expensive one and costs 834$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2024 for 577$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 230.16% smaller.
Talon 3 components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Suntour XCE model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels
The Talon 3 2024 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Giant Talon 3 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Giant Talon 3 bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 163 cm – 193 cm (5.35 ft – 6.33 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.