Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 150mm -
Travel Rear 140mm -
Fork RockShox 35 Gold RL
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Groupset SX Eagle -
Suspension Full -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
155cm - 165cm
SM
163cm - 173cm
MD
170cm - 181cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 198cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ALUXX SL-Grade Aluminum, 140mm
Suspension Fork
RockShox 35 Gold RL, 150mm, DebonAir, Motion Control Damping, Boost 15x110 Maxle Ultimate, tapered
Rear Shock
RockShox Deluxe Select
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM SX
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM SX
Cassette
SRAM SX, 11x50
Crank
SRAM SX Eagle DUB, 30t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB press fit
Chain
SRAM SX
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
[F] Giant Tracker Performance Boost 15x110, sealed bearing [R] Giant Tracker Performance Boost 12x148, sealed bearing
Rear Hub
[F] Giant Tracker Performance Boost 15x110, sealed bearing [R] Giant Tracker Performance Boost 12x148, sealed bearing
Rims
Giant AM 27.5 tubeless ready sleeve-joint rim, 30mm inner width
Spokes
Sapim
Tires
[F] Maxxis High Roller II 27.5x2.5 WT, EXO, TR [R] Maxxis High Roller II 27.5x2.4, EXO, TR, tubeless
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT400 [F] 180mm [R] 180mm, hydraulic Disc
Brake Levers
Shimano MT401
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Contact
Handlebar
Giant Connect Trail, 780x31.8
Seat
Saddle
Giant Contact (neutral)
Seatpost
Giant Contact Switch dropper post with remote, 30.9
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.52 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.34 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 340 mm | 340 mm | 340 mm | 340 mm | 340 mm |
| Front Center | 674 mm | 694 mm | 725 mm | 748 mm | 774 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 104.2 mm | 104.2 mm | 104.2 mm | 104.2 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Stack | 591 mm | 591 mm | 595 mm | 618 mm | 632 mm |
| Reach | 390 mm | 410 mm | 439 mm | 452 mm | 473 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 564 mm | 584 mm | 614 mm | 634 mm | 659 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 370 mm | 380 mm | 431 mm | 482 mm | 507 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 105 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1113 mm | 1133 mm | 1164 mm | 1187 mm | 1213 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 15 mm | 15 mm | 15 mm | 15 mm | 15 mm |
| Standover Height | 701 mm | 705 mm | 727 mm | 772 mm | 792 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 155 cm | 163 cm | 170 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 165 cm | 173 cm | 181 cm | 189 cm | 198 cm |
About this model
Trance 3 is part of the Giant Trance model. Giant released 139 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2020 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Giant Trance 29 3 2020 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2100$. Giant Trance Advanced Pro 29 0 2020 is the most expensive one and costs 10500$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Trail bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Trail bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2762$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Trail bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2020 for 2100$. Comparing the average cost of a Trail bike to this one, you will see that Trance 3 price is 31.52% lower.
Overview of components
Fork
The Trance 3 comes factory-installed with the RockShox 35 Gold RL fork. This has a travel range of 150mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
Giant Trance 3 bike has the RockShox Deluxe Select model installed, and has a travel of 140mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
The wheels on Trance 3 are the 27.5″ aluminum type. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Trance 3 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This bike is available in 5 sizes. They vary from 155 cm – 198 cm (5.09 ft – 6.5 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the Trance 3. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.