Giant Avail 1 (Black/Silver/White) 2012
2012 Road
Estimate price |
1,370$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset 105, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Rim
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
151cm - 164cm
SM
159cm - 170cm
MD
165cm - 177cm
LG
171cm - 184cm
Parts list
Components
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 105
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105
Shift Levers
Shimano 105
Cassette
Shimano Tiagra 12x30, 10-Speed
Crank
Shimano R565, 34/50
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Press Fit
Chain
Shimano Tiagra
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
Giant Sealed Bearing 24/28h
Rear Hub
Giant Sealed Bearing 24/28h
Rims
Giant P-R2
Spokes
DT Swiss Competition
Tires
Giant P-R3, Flat Guard, Front and Rear Specific, 700x25
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano 105 w/ Tektro RL721 Top Bar Levers
Brake Levers
Tektro RL571
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Connect
Handlebar
Giant Connect, Women's, 31.8
Seat
Saddle
Giant Performance Road, Women's
Seatpost
Giant Connect Composite, 30.9
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Top Tube Length | 515 mm | 525 mm | 540 mm | 555 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 135 mm | 150 mm | 170 mm | 190 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm |
| Wheelbase | 988 mm | 985 mm | 995 mm | 1005 mm |
| Standover Height | 742 mm | 767 mm | 790 mm | 813 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 1 (Black/Silver/White) is a Giant Avail model. Giant released 53 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Giant Avail bikes models from 2012, here.
Model range prices
Giant Avail 5 2012 is the cheapest bike model and costs 700$. Giant Avail Advanced 0 2012 is the most expensive one and costs 4550$.
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.
Average price for General Road bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a General Road bike that is reliable is 1915$. However, even though the average price of a General Road bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
At the moment of the release date, Giant Avail 1 (Black/Silver/White) price was 1370$. Comparing this to the average General Road bike price, we see that the price is 39.78% lower.
Avail 1 (Black/Silver/White) components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels
The Avail 1 (Black/Silver/White) 2012 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Avail 1 (Black/Silver/White) has Rim brakes. Rim brakes are cheaper than hydraulic brakes, and also easier to maintain. However, they have problems in wet conditions.
Sizes
Avail 1 (Black/Silver/White) comes in 4 sizes, that range from 151 cm – 184 cm (4.95 ft – 6.04 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.