Giant Avail 3 (White/ Light Blue/ Silver) 2011
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 700c
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Groupset Sora, Claris
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain 3 × 8
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Brakes Rim
Recommended size guide.
XS
151cm - 164cm
SM
159cm - 170cm
MD
165cm - 177cm
LG
171cm - 184cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ALUXX SL-Grade Aluminum
Suspension Fork
Advanced-Grade Composite, Alloy OverDrive Steerer
Rear Shock
N / A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Sora
Front Derailleur
Shimano 2300
Shift Levers
Shimano 2300
Cassette
SRAM PG850 12x26, 8-Speed
Crank
FSA Tempo, 30/42/52
Bottom Bracket
FSA Cartridge
Chain
KMC Z7
Pedals
Caged w/ Clips
Wheels
Front Hub
[F] Formula Sealed, [R] Shimano 2200, 32h
Rear Hub
[F] Formula Sealed, [R] Shimano 2200, 32h
Rims
Giant S-R2
Spokes
Stainless Steel, 14g
Tires
Giant P-R4, 30 tpi, 700x25, [F] & [R] Specific
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro TK-R340 Giant Specific, Dual Pivot
Brake Levers
Shimano 2300
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Sport, Alloy 4-Bolt
Handlebar
Giant Alloy Women's, 26.0
Seat
Saddle
Giant Performance Road, Women's
Seatpost
Giant Alloy, 30.9
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Tube Length | 510 mm | 525 mm | 540 mm | 555 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 72 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 130 mm | 150 mm | 175 mm | 190 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm |
| Wheelbase | 983 mm | 985 mm | 990 mm | 1000 mm |
| Standover Height | 734 mm | 751 mm | 777 mm | 787 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 151 cm | 159 cm | 165 cm | 171 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 170 cm | 177 cm | 184 cm |
About this model
Avail 3 (White/ Light Blue/ Silver) is part of the Giant Avail model. There are 53 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2011 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Giant Avail 3 (Black/ Pink/ White) 2011 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 790$. On the other hand, Giant Avail Advanced 0 2011, is the most expensive and costs 5850$.
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.
Average price for General Road bikes
If you want to purchase a solid General Road bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1915$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a General Road bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 790$. In conclusion, this bike price is 142.41% smaller than the price of the average General Road bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels size
The wheels on Avail 3 (White/ Light Blue/ Silver) are the 700c aluminum type. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Giant Avail 3 (White/ Light Blue/ Silver) has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 151 cm – 184 cm (4.95 ft – 6.04 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
