Giant Fathom 2 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,200$
Weight | 13.1 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork Giant Crest 34
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Groupset SX Eagle, SRAM -
Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
163cm - 173cm
MD
170cm - 181cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 198cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ALUXX SL-Grade Aluminum
Suspension Fork
Suntour Raidon XC LO-R (120mm, tapered, 15x110 QR) OR Giant Crest 34 Suspension Fork
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM SX Eagle
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM SX Eagle
Cassette
SRAM SX Eagle, 11x50
Crank
SRAM Eagle SX DUB, 30t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB, press fit
Chain
SRAM SX Eagle
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
[F] Giant Tracker Performance Boost 15x110, sealed bearing [R] Giant Tracker Giant Sport Boost QR 141, loose ball
Rear Hub
[F] Giant Tracker Performance Boost 15x110, sealed bearing [R] Giant Tracker Giant Sport Boost QR 141, loose ball
Rims
Giant AM 27.5 tubeless ready sleeve-joint rim, 30mm inner width
Spokes
Sapim
Tires
Maxxis Ardent Race 27.5x2.6, folding, TR
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HDM 275
Brake Levers
Tektro HDM 275
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Contact
Handlebar
Giant Connect Trail, 780x31.8, [GA 690]
Seat
Saddle
Giant custom
Seatpost
Giant Contact Switch dropper post with remote, 30.9
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.42 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.35 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm |
| Front Center | 689 mm | 710 mm | 732 mm | 753 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 108.2 mm | 108.2 mm | 108.2 mm | 108.2 mm |
| Stack | 595 mm | 605 mm | 618 mm | 632 mm |
| Reach | 418 mm | 435 mm | 451 mm | 467 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 592 mm | 612 mm | 632 mm | 652 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 390 mm | 445 mm | 480 mm | 530 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° | 67 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm | 432 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1117 mm | 1138 mm | 1160 mm | 1181 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Standover Height | 698 mm | 738 mm | 752 mm | 791 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 163 cm | 170 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 173 cm | 181 cm | 189 cm | 198 cm |
About this model
Fathom 2 completes the Giant Fathom model. There are 29 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Giant Fathom bikes models from 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Giant Fathom 29 2 2020 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1200$. Giant Fathom 1 2020 is the most expensive one and costs 1500$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Trail bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Trail bike is 2762$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Trail bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1200$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 130.17% lower.
Average weight for Trail bikes
Trail bikes have an average weight of 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Fathom 2 weighs 13.1 kg (28.88 lbs) and is slightly heavier than the average. In other words, this model is 0.92% heavier than the average Trail bike.
Fathom 2 components
Fork
This bike has the Giant Crest 34 fork installed. The fork’s travel is 120mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Fathom 2 bike is equipped with the 27.5″ aluminum model. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Fathom 2 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Giant Fathom 2 bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 163 cm – 198 cm (5.35 ft – 6.5 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.
Dropper post
The Giant model is also equipped with a dropper post. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.