Giant XTC Advanced 29er 2 2016
2016 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,100$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Gold RL
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Groupset XT, Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Advanced-grade composite
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon Gold, 15mm thru-axle, OverDrive steerer, 100mm travel
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT, Shadow+
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX
Cassette
Shimano HG50 11x36, 10-speed
Crank
Shimano Deore 22/36
Bottom Bracket
Shimano, Press Fit
Chain
KMC X10
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
Giant Sport Tracker Disc, 32h, [F] 15mm axle, [R] 135x5mm QR
Rear Hub
Giant Sport Tracker Disc, 32h, [F] 15mm axle, [R] 135x5mm QR
Rims
Giant S XC-2, Double wall
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tires
Schwalbe Racing Ralph, Performance, 29x2.1, Folding
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M396, Hydraulic disc, [F] 180mm [R] 160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano M396, Hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Connect
Handlebar
Giant Connect XC, Low rise, 31.8mm
Seat
Saddle
Giant Contact, forward
Seatpost
Giant Connect, 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Tube Length | 574 mm | 594 mm | 615 mm | 635 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 104 mm | 104 mm | 109 mm | 119 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm | 439 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1062 mm | 1069 mm | 1085 mm | 1105 mm |
| Standover Height | 724 mm | 752 mm | 775 mm | 803 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
XTC Advanced 29er 2 is part of the Giant Xtc model. Giant launched 151 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Giant Xtc bikes models from 2016, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Giant XTC Jr 20 Lite 2016 has a starting price of 235$. Giant XtC Advanced SL 27.5 0 2016 on the other hand is the most expensive at 8900$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 2100$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 10.24% more expensive.
XTC Advanced 29er 2 components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Recon Gold RL model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels
The XTC Advanced 29er 2 2016 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, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Giant XTC Advanced 29er 2 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.