Giant Fathom 29 1 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,500$
Weight | 13.14 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
-
Groupset NX Eagle, SX Eagle -
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
Rock Shock Recon RL 100mm, Solo Air, 15x110 Maxle Lite
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX Eagle
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM SX Eagle
Cassette
SRAM SX Eagle, 11x50
Crank
TruVativ Descendent 6k 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 XCT 29” tubeless ready sleeve-joint rim, 25mm inner width
Spokes
Sapim
Tires
[F] Maxxis Forekaster 2, EXO/TR[R]Maxxis 29x2.35 Rekon Race, foldable, EXO/T
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT400
Brake Levers
Shimano MT401
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Contact
Handlebar
Giant Connect Trail, 780x31.8, [GA 690]
Seat
Saddle
Giant Contact (neutral)
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 | 1.48 mm | 1.42 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.39 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 319 mm | 319 mm | 319 mm | 319 mm |
| Front Center | 664 mm | 685 mm | 706 mm | 727 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 100.5 mm | 100.5 mm | 100.5 mm | 100.5 mm |
| Stack | 610 mm | 615 mm | 629 mm | 643 mm |
| Reach | 413 mm | 432 mm | 448 mm | 464 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 | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 449 mm | 449 mm | 449 mm | 449 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1107 mm | 1128 mm | 1149 mm | 1170 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Standover Height | 707 mm | 746 mm | 758 mm | 789 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| 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 29 1 belongs to the Giant Fathom model. There are 29 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2020 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Giant Fathom 29 2 2020 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1200$. On the other hand, Giant Fathom 1 2020, is the most expensive and costs 1500$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
At the moment of the release date, Giant Fathom 29 1 price was 1500$. Comparing the average cost of a Crosscountry bike to this one, you will see that Fathom 29 1 price is 27% lower.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Crosscountry bike is 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Fathom 29 1 weighs 13.14 kg (28.97 lbs) and is a bit heavier than the average. In other words, this model is 5.97% heavier than the average Crosscountry bike.
Fathom 29 1 components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Recon Silver RL model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
The wheels on Fathom 29 1 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, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Giant Fathom 29 1 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
Giant Fathom 29 1 bike has 4 sizes, in the range of 163 cm – 198 cm (5.35 ft – 6.5 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.