Giant Anthem Advanced 27.5 2 2014
2014 Mountain
Estimate price |
3,500$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Travel Rear 100mm -
Fork RockShox Reba
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Groupset X9, X7 -
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
Advanced-grade composite w/ALUXX SL rear triangle, 4" Maestro suspension
Suspension Fork
Rockshox Reba RL, w/15mm thru-axle, PushLoc lockout, OverDrive 2 steerer, 100mm travel
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch R
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X9, Type 2
Front Derailleur
SRAM X7
Shift Levers
SRAM X7, Trigger Shift
Cassette
SRAM PG1030 11x36, 10-speed
Crank
SRAM S1000, 26/38
Bottom Bracket
SRAM Press Fit
Chain
KMC X10 SL
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
Giant Performance Tracker Off Road, sealed, [F] 15mm axle, [R] 135x5mm system integrated QR
Rear Hub
Giant Performance Tracker Off Road, sealed, [F] 15mm axle, [R] 135x5mm system integrated QR
Rims
Giant P-XC2, double wall
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14/15g
Tires
Schwalbe Racing Ralph Evo, tubeless ready, 27x2.25, folding
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Elixir 7, hydraulic disc, 160mm
Brake Levers
Avid Elixir 7
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Connect SL, OverDrive 2
Handlebar
Giant Connect SL, low rise, 31.8mm
Seat
Saddle
Fi'zi:k Tundra 2, MG rails
Seatpost
Giant Connect SL, 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Tube Length | 556 mm | 574 mm | 594 mm | 615 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 | 94 mm | 94 mm | 99 mm | 99 mm | 109 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1069 mm | 1080 mm | 1100 mm | 1120 mm | 1140 mm |
| Standover Height | 711 mm | 714 mm | 744 mm | 782 mm | 805 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| 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
Anthem Advanced 27.5 2 is part of the Giant Anthem model. There are 118 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2014, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Giant Anthem X 29er 3 2014 has a starting price of 1750$. Giant Anthem Advanced 27.5 0 Team 2014 on the other hand is the most expensive at 8250$.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2014 for 3500$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 83.73% more expensive.
Overview of components
Fork
The Anthem Advanced 27.5 2 comes factory-installed with the RockShox Reba fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the RockShox Monarch R model, with a travel of 100mm. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
The wheels on Anthem Advanced 27.5 2 are the 27.5″ aluminum type. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Giant Anthem Advanced 27.5 2 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
There are 5 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 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.