Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 150mm -
Travel Rear 135mm -
Fork RockShox 35 Gold RL
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Groupset SX Eagle -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
ALUXX SL-Grade aluminium front and rear triangles, 135mm Maestro suspension, flip chip, 12x148mm thru-axle
Suspension Fork
RockShox 35 Gold RL, 150mm, 44mm offset, 15x110 Maxle Stealth, custom tuned for Giant
Rear Shock
Fox Float DPS Performance, custom tuned for Giant
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM SX Eagle
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM SX Eagle, 1x12
Cassette
SRAM SX, 11x50
Crank
SRAM SX, 30t S:165mm, M:170mm, L:170mm, XL:170mm
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB, press fit
Chain
SRAM SX Eagle
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy, sealed bearing
Rear Hub
Alloy, sealed bearing
Rims
Giant AM 29, alloy
Spokes
Sapim
Tires
[F] Maxxis Minion DHF 29x2.5 WT, EXO, TR [R] Maxxis Aggressor 29x2.4, EXO, TR, tubeless
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Deore BR-MT420, hydraulic, Shimano RT-66 rotors [F]203mm, [R]180mm
Brake Levers
Shimano Deore BL-MT401
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Contact SL 35 S:40mm, M:40mm, L:50mm, XL:50mm
Handlebar
Giant Contact TR35, alloy, 35mm
Grips
Giant Tactal Pro Single lock-on
Seat
Saddle
Giant Romero
Seatpost
Giant Contact Switch dropper, remote
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.45 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.26 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 334 mm | 334 mm | 334 mm | 334 mm |
| Front Center | 738 mm | 770 mm | 804 mm | 833 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 125.14 mm | 125.14 mm | 125.14 mm | 125.14 mm |
| Stack | 613 mm | 617 mm | 627 mm | 636 mm |
| Reach | 422 mm | 452 mm | 482 mm | 506 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 77.2 ° | 77.2 ° | 77.2 ° | 77.2 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 430 mm | 430 mm | 465 mm | 496 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° | 65.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1169 mm | 1201 mm | 1235 mm | 1264 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Standover Height | 730 mm | 725 mm | 750 mm | 773 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
Trance X 29 2 is part of the Giant Trance model. Giant launched 139 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2022, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Giant Trance Jr 26 2022 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2228$. Giant Trance Advanced Pro 29 0 2022 is the most expensive one and costs 10500$.
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.
Trail bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 2674$. In conclusion, this bike price is 3.29% lower than the price of the average Trail bike.
Trance X 29 2 components
Fork
Giant Trance X 29 2 2022 bike is equipped with the RockShox 35 Gold RL fork, and has 150mm travel. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
The shock that’s installed on this bike is Fox Float DPS Performance, with a travel distance of 135mm. Rear shocks offer better comfort, better traction, and better cornering. This allows for quicker riding on rough roads and trails. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Trance X 29 2 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Giant Trance X 29 2 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding 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.