Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Travel Rear 125mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset Deore -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ALUXX SL-grade aluminum, 5" Maestro suspension
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon Silver, w/15mm thru-axle, OverDrive steerer, 120mm travel
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch R
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore, Shadow Plus
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore, Rapid Fire
Cassette
Shimano HG62 11x36, 10-speed
Crank
Shimano Deore, 24/38
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Press Fit
Chain
KMC X10
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
Giant Sport Tracker Off Road, [F] 15mm axle, [R] 135x5mm QR
Rear Hub
Giant Sport Tracker Off Road, [F] 15mm axle, [R] 135x5mm QR
Rims
Giant S-XC2, double wall
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tires
Schwalbe Nobby Nic Performance, 29x2.25, folding
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano M395, hydraulic disc, [F] 180mm, [R] 160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano M395
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Connect
Handlebar
Giant Connect, low rise, 31.8mm
Seat
Saddle
Giant Contact, Upright
Seatpost
Giant Connect, 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Tube Length | 551 mm | 569 mm | 594 mm | 612 mm | 635 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 104 mm | 104 mm | 104 mm | 104 mm | 109 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 452 mm | 452 mm | 452 mm | 452 mm | 452 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1090 mm | 1095 mm | 1120 mm | 1140 mm | 1163 mm |
| Standover Height | 640 mm | 645 mm | 671 mm | 691 mm | 714 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
Trance X 29er 2 completes the Giant Trance model. Giant launched 139 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Giant Trance bikes models from 2014, here.
Model range prices
Giant Trance X 29er 2 2014 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1975$. Giant Trance Advanced 27.5 0 2014 is the most expensive one and costs 7725$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Trail bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, you could also get a good Trail bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1975$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 39.85% lower.
Trance X 29er 2 components
Fork
The RockShox Recon Silver RL is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 120mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the RockShox Monarch R rear shock model, which has a travel of 125mm. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels size
The wheels on Trance X 29er 2 are the 29″ aluminum type. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Giant Trance X 29er 2 is equipped with 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
Giant Trance X 29er 2 bike has 5 sizes, in the range of 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.