Giant Talon 29 2 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
750$
Weight | 13.5 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 30 Silver TK
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Groupset Alivio, Acera -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
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-Grade Aluminum, disc
Suspension Fork
RockShox XC 30, coil spring, preload adjust, TurnKey hydraulic lockout
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio
Front Derailleur
Shimano Alivio
Shift Levers
Shimano Acera
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG200-9, 11x36
Crank
Shimano FC-MT101, 22/36
Bottom Bracket
Shimano
Chain
KMC X9
Pedals
platform
Wheels
Front Hub
[F]Giant Tracker Giant Sport QR, loose ball [R] Giant Tracker Giant Sport QR, loose ball
Rear Hub
[F]Giant Tracker Giant Sport QR, loose ball [R] Giant Tracker Giant Sport QR, loose ball
Rims
Giant GX03V 29", alloy, double wall, 21mm inner width
Spokes
stainless, 14g
Tires
Maxxis Ikon 29x2.2, wire bead
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HDC M275, hydraulic disc
Brake Levers
Tektro HDC M275
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Sport, 7-degree
Handlebar
Giant Connect Trail, 780x31.8
Seat
Saddle
Giant custom
Seatpost
Giant Sport, 30.9
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.5 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.41 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 319 mm | 319 mm | 319 mm | 319 mm |
| Front Center | 661 mm | 683 mm | 707 mm | 732 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 94.3 mm | 94.3 mm | 94.3 mm | 94.3 mm |
| Stack | 608 mm | 618 mm | 636 mm | 650 |
| Reach | 406 mm | 425 mm | 442 mm | 462 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 584 mm | 606 mm | 629 mm | 653 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 390 mm | 440 mm | 490 mm | 535 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 105 mm | 124 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 462 mm | 462 mm | 462 mm | 462 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1117 mm | 1139 mm | 1164 mm | 1189 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Standover Height | 733 mm | 767 mm | 805 mm | 840 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
Talon 29 2 is part of the Giant Talon model. There are 63 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Giant Talon bikes models from 2020, here.
Model range prices
Giant Talon 29 3 2020 is the cheapest bike model and costs 550$. Giant Talon 1 2020 is the most expensive one and costs 867$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
When Giant released this model in 2020, its price was 750$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 154% lower.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
Crosscountry bikes have an average weight of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
Weighing 13.5 kg (29.76 lbs), the Talon 29 2 model is a bit heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Crosscountry bike weighs 8.87% less than Talon 29 2.
Talon 29 2 components
Fork
The Talon 29 2 comes factory-installed with the RockShox 30 Silver TK fork. This has a travel range of 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
When it comes to wheels, the Talon 29 2 bike is equipped with the 29″ aluminum model. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Talon 29 2 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 163 cm – 198 cm (5.35 ft – 6.5 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.