Giant Anthem X Advanced 29er 2 2013
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Carbon
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 100mm
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Travel Rear 100mm
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Fork RockShox Reba
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Groupset X7, X5
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Suspension Full
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Drivetrain 2 × 10
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Advanced-Grade Composite front triangle, ALUXX SL-Grade Aluminum rear swingarm, 4" Maestro Suspension
Suspension Fork
RockShox Reba RL w/ 15QR thru-axle, OverDrive 2, 100mm Travel
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch R
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X7
Front Derailleur
SRAM X5
Shift Levers
SRAM X5, 2x10 Speed
Cassette
SRAM PG 1030 11x36, 10-Speed
Crank
SRAM S1000, 26/39
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP, Press Fit
Chain
KMC X10SL
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
[F] Giant Tracker Sealed/CNC w/ 15mm Axle, [R] Formula Sealed Bearing, 32h
Rear Hub
[F] Giant Tracker Sealed/CNC w/ 15mm Axle, [R] Formula Sealed Bearing, 32h
Rims
Giant S-XC29er 2, Double Wall
Spokes
Stainless Steel Black, 14g
Tires
Schwalbe Racing Ralph, 29x2.25 Evolution Folding TL Ready
Brakes
Brakes
Avid Elixir 3, 160mm
Brake Levers
Avid Elixir 3
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Connect SL, OverDrive 2
Handlebar
Giant Connect SL XC, Low Rise 31.8
Seat
Saddle
Fi'zi:k Tundra 2 w/ Manganese Rails
Seatpost
Giant Connect, 30.9
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
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| Top Tube Length | 559 mm | 574 mm | 594 mm | 615 mm | 635 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 104 mm | 104 mm | 104 mm | 104 mm | 119 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 462 mm | 462 mm | 462 mm | 462 mm | 462 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1080 mm | 1085 mm | 1105 mm | 1125 mm | 1146 mm |
| Standover Height | 719 mm | 757 mm | 770 mm | 805 mm | 820 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
Anthem X Advanced 29er 2 belongs to the Giant Anthem model. Giant released 118 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Giant Anthem bikes models from 2013, here.
Model range prices
Giant Anthem X 29er 4 W 2013 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1925$. On the other hand, Giant Anthem X Advanced 29er 0 2013, is the most expensive and costs 9000$.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2013 for 3200$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 67.98% more expensive.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Reba model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the RockShox Monarch R rear shock model, which has 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
The wheels on Anthem X Advanced 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, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Anthem X Advanced 29er 2 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. 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
Anthem X Advanced 29er 2 comes in 5 sizes, that range from 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
