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 700c
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Groupset Dura-Ace Di2
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Suspension Rigid
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Drivetrain 2 × 11 Electronic
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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
Advanced-grade composite, electronic ready
Suspension Fork
Advanced-grade composite, full-composite OverDrive 2 steerer
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Dura-Ace Di2, Electronic
Front Derailleur
Shimano Dura-Ace Di2, Electronic
Shift Levers
Shimano Dura-Ace Di2, Electronic
Cassette
Shimano Dura-Ace 11x28, 11-speed
Crank
Shimano Dura-Ace, 34/50
Bottom Bracket
Shimano Press Fit
Chain
Shimano Dura-Ace
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
Zipp 404 Firecrest carbon clincher
Rear Hub
Zipp 404 Firecrest carbon clincher
Rims
Zipp 404 Firecrest carbon clincher
Spokes
Zipp 404 Firecrest carbon clincher
Tires
Giant P-SLR1, front and rear specific, 700x23, folding
Brakes
Brakes
Giant SpeedControl SLR, Composite
Brake Levers
Shimano Dura-Ace Di2, Electronic
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Contact SLR Aero, Composite, Integrated
Handlebar
Giant Contact SLR Aero, Composite, Integrated
Seat
Saddle
Fi'zi:k Donna, MG rails
Seatpost
Giant Vector Composite
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG |
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| Top Tube Length | 515 mm | 532 mm | 550 mm | 565 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 72 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 130 mm | 145 mm | 160 mm | 180 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 405 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm | 405 mm |
| Wheelbase | 973 mm | 971 mm | 975 mm | 986 mm |
| Standover Height | 757 mm | 777 mm | 795 mm | 818 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 |
Model Overview
Envie Advanced Liv completes the Giant Envie model. Giant released 5 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Giant Envie bikes models from 2014, here.
Model range prices
Giant Envie Advanced 2 2014 is the cheapest bike model and costs 3000$. Giant Envie Advanced Liv 2014 is the most expensive one and costs 10800$.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
General Road bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable General Road bike is 1915$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a General Road bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 10800$. Comparing this to the average General Road bike price, we see that the price is 463.97% higher.
Overview of components
Fork material
Envie Advanced Liv has a carbon fork, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Envie Advanced Liv model has 700c carbon wheels. 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Giant Envie Advanced Liv has Rim brakes installed. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.
Sizes
Envie Advanced Liv comes in 4 sizes, that range from 151 cm – 184 cm (4.95 ft – 6.04 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.
