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An ALUXX aluminum frame forms the heart of this radically shaped frameset. Whether you’re pulling the pack or ticking off the miles on a solo ride, Defy is engineered to let you hammer out more miles with greater ease.

FRAME
Sizes: Please call for availability
Colors: Black
Frame: ALUXX-Grade Aluminum
Fork: Aluminum, Alloy OverDrive Steerer

COMPONENTS
Handlebar: Giant Connect
Stem: Giant Sport
Seatpost: Alloy round
Saddle: Giant Performance Men’s, Steel rails

DRIVETRAIN
Shifters: Shimano Claris, 8-speed
Front Derailleur: Shimano Claris, 8-speed
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Claris, 8-speed
Brakes: Tektro TK-R312 Giant Specific, Dual Pivot
Brake Levers: Shimano Claris
Cassette: SRAM PG 850 11-32, 8s
Chain: KMC Z7
Crankset: FSA Tempo, 34/50
Bottom Bracket: Cartridge

WHEELS
Rims: Giant S-R2
Hubs: Giant Tracker Sport Road
Spokes: Stainless Steel
Tires: Giant S-R4, front and rear specific, 700×25

Designed around the proven endurance geometry of the Defy range and handcrafted with lightweight, smooth riding Advanced grade composite, the frame delivers speed, confidence and control. The rear triangle features ultra thin, flattened seatstays to reduce road vibrations and the D-Fuse seatpost helps smooth out the road. Disc brake technology gives you more control in all types of weather. So however far you ride, Defy Advanced helps you stay strong to the finish.

FRAME
Sizes: S, M, ML, L, XL
Colours: White / Metallic Black / Blue
Frame: Advanced-Grade Composite
Fork: Advanced-Grade Composite, Hybrid OverDrive steerer
Shock: N/A
COMPONENTS
Handlebar: Giant Contact
Stem: Giant Connect
Seatpost: Giant D-Fuse Composite
Saddle: Giant Performance Road
Pedals: N/A

DRIVETRAIN
Shifters: Shimano 105 22 speed
Front Derailleur: Shimano 105
Rear Derailleur: Shimano 105
Brakes: TRP Spyre Alloy arm mechanical disc 160mm
Brake Levers: Shimano 105
Cassette: Shimano 105 11×32
Chain: KMC X11L
Crankset: Shimano RS500 105 34/50
Bottom Bracket: Shimano PressFit
WHEELS
Rims: Giant P-R2 Disc
Hubs: Giant Performance Tracker Road, Sealed Bearing
Spokes: Sapim Race
Tyres: Giant P-SL1 front/rear specific, 700x25mm
OTHER
Weight The most accurate way to determine any bike’s weight is to have your local dealer weigh it for you. Many brands strive to list the lowest possible weight, but in reality weight can vary based on size, finish, hardware and accessories. All Giant bikes are designed for best-in-class weight and ride quality.

Giant Defy: aluminium road bike engineering at its very best. Light, lively and perfectly balanced between performance and comfort.

2013 Giant Defy is the best road bike in countless magazine tests. Brought to you by the world’s leading aluminium frame engineers, Defy redefines the performance possibilities of an entry-level road bike. Made from premium lightweight aluminium tubes and produced in Giant’s own tubing facility, it climbs, corners and sprints better than bikes costing thousands more. Featuring the same endurance geometry as Cycling Plus Bike of The Year Giant Defy Advanced.

FRAME
Sizes: Please call for availability
Colours: Black/White/Silver
Frame: ALUXX SL-Grade Aluminium
Fork: Advanced-Grade Composite, Alloy OverDrive Steerer
Shock: N/A

COMPONENTS
Handlebar: Giant Sport
Stem: Giant Sport – 31.8
Seatpost: Giant Sport
Saddle: Giant Defy saddle
Pedals: Wellgo w/ toe clip

DRIVETRAIN
Shifters: Shimano Sora
Front Derailleur: Shimano Sora (Triple)
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Sora (long cage)
Brakes: Shimano Sora
Brake Levers: Shimano Sora
Cassette: Shimano HG50 – 12×27, 9s
Chain: KMC X9.73
Crankset: FSA Tempo Compact – 50×34
Bottom Bracket: FSA BB-7420ST

WHEELS
Rims: Giant S-R2
Hubs: Giant 24/28h
Spokes: Stainless Steel, 14g
Tires: Giant S-R4, 700x25c

SMOOTH, FAST AND FUN. THIS VERSATILE ALUMINIUM ROAD BIKE HAS BEEN REVAMPED TO GIVE IT A WELL-ROUNDED PERFORMANCE RIDE QUALITY. IT’S THE PERFECT CHOICE TO HELP YOU PUSH THE PACE, RIDE MORE MILES, AND EXPAND YOUR ROAD RIDING EXPERIENCE.

Designed for aspiring riders aiming to ride a little faster and go a little farther, Contend offers a smooth, efficient ride quality and a quick, agile feel on the road. The innovative D-Fuse seatpost helps reduce road shocks and vibrations, and there’s enough frame and fork clearance to run wider tyres (up to 32mm) to further smooth out the ride. Engineered and built in Giant’s industry-leading aluminium forging facility, it’s a true all-rounder for ambitious road riders.

KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS

Balanced road geometry – Frame is specifically engineered to produce a balanced, all-rounder feel that blends confident rider positioning with agile cornering and acceleration.

Smooth ride quality – Innovative D-Fuse seatpost design reduces road shocks and vibrations, and a Giant WheelSystem lets you run tubeless tyres up to 32mm for a smoother ride quality and reduced risk of flats.

Lightweight Efficiency – Mounts for both rack and mudguards ensure that the Contend can deal with any type of riding no matter what the weather

Sizes: Call for availability
Colours: Gloss Metallic Navy
Frame: ALUXX-Grade Aluminium. Compatible with fenders
Fork: Advanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer
Handlebar: Giant Connect
Stem: Giant Sport
Seatpost: Giant D-Fuse, alloy
Saddle: Giant Approach
Shifters: Shimano Sora
Front Derailleur: Shimano Sora
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Sora
Brakes: Tektro TK-B177
Brake Levers: Shimano Sora
Cassette: Shimano CS-HG400, 11×34
Chain: KMC X9
Crankset: Shimano Sora, 34/50
Bottom Bracket: Cartridge
Rims: Giant S-R3 wheelset
Hubs: Giant S-R3 wheelset
Spokes: Giant S-R3 wheelset
Tyres: Giant S-R3 AC, 700×28