Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame aluminium -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork Giant Crest 34
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Groupset SX Eagle -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
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 SLR-Grade Aluminum
Suspension Fork
Giant Crest 34 RRL, 100mm, 15x110, remote lockout
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM SX Eagle
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM SX Eagle, 1x12
Cassette
SRAM SX Eagle, 11x50
Crank
SRAM SX Eagle, 30t S:170mm, M:175mm, L:175mm, XL:175mm
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB, press fit
Chain
SRAM SX Eagle
Pedals
N/A
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano MT410B, sealed
Rear Hub
Shimano MT410B, sealed
Rims
Giant XCT 29” alloy, 25mm inner width
Spokes
stainless
Tires
Maxxis Recon Race 29x2.25, foldable, TLR, EXO, tubeless
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic, Shimano RT-26 rotors [F]180mm, [R]160mm
Brake Levers
Shimano BR-MT201
Cockpit
Stem
Giant Contact S:60mm, M:70mm, L:80mm, XL:90mm
Handlebar
Giant Connect XC, 740x31.8mm
Grips
Giant Sole-O
Seat
Saddle
Giant Sport
Seatpost
Giant Connect, 30.9mm S:375mm, M:375mm, L:400mm, XL:400
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.44 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.3 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 316 mm | 316 mm | 316 mm | 316 mm |
| Front Center | 683 mm | 702 mm | 718 mm | 749 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 94.9 mm | 94.9 mm | 94.9 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Stack | 604 mm | 604 mm | 615 mm | 625 mm |
| Reach | 418 mm | 437 mm | 455 mm | 482 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 592 mm | 611 mm | 632 mm | 662 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 431 mm | 475 mm | 525 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 95 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1114 mm | 1133 mm | 1149 mm | 1180 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm |
| Standover Height | 724 mm | 754 mm | 782 mm | 815 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
XTC SLR 29 2 is a Giant Xtc model. Giant released 151 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2022 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Giant XtC Jr 20 2022 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 305$. On the other hand, Giant XTC Advanced SL 29 1 2022, is the most expensive and costs 4139$.
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$. However, you could also get a good Crosscountry bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1500$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that XTC SLR 29 2 price is 27% smaller than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
XTC SLR 29 2 components
Fork
This bike has the Giant Crest 34 fork installed. The fork’s travel 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
When leaving the production line, the XTC SLR 29 2 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. 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
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The XTC SLR 29 2 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 163 cm – 198 cm (5.35 ft – 6.5 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.