Giant Talon 29 3 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
550$
Weight | 13.9 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 SunTour XCT
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Groupset Acera, microSHIFT -
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-Grade Aluminum, disc
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCT30 HLO 29", 100mm, lockout, preload adjuster
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera
Front Derailleur
microSHIFT FD-M282
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG200-8, 12x32
Crank
Prowheel forged, 22/36
Bottom Bracket
cartridge
Chain
KMC 8.3
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 |
Model Overview
Talon 29 3 is a Giant Talon model. Giant released 63 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2020, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Giant Talon 29 3 2020 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 550$. On the other hand, Giant Talon 1 2020, is the most expensive and costs 867$.
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 Crosscountry bikes
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 550$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 246.36% 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.
Talon 29 3 weighs 13.9 kg (30.64 lbs) and is considerably heavier than the average. In other words, this model is 12.1% heavier than the average Crosscountry bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The SunTour XCT is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Talon 29 3 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, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Giant Talon 29 3 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 163 cm – 198 cm (5.35 ft – 6.5 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.