Giant Contend AR 2 2026 Bike

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Brand	Giant
Colour	Thundercloud
Suitable for	Everyone
Wheel Size	700c

Giant started out building Chromoly frames in 1972 and have since pioneered the construction of Aluminium and Composite frames and components. Many of their high-end bikes have won championships and design awards, and with over 12,000 Giant dealers around the world, their long standing reputation clearly precedes them.

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Details

Break out of the box and expand your road riding adventures. From smooth pavement to bumpy backroads, this ultra-capable road bike has built-in compliance and high-volume tires, so you can ride any road with confidence and control.

Features

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 reduces road shocks and vibrations, and a Giant WheelSystem lets you run tubeless tyres up to 38mm for a smoother ride quality and reduced risk of flats.

Total Control

Seamless disc brake integration, including flat mounts and 12mm front and rear thru-axles, produces more consistent braking power for better control, even in wet weather and on rough roads.

Technologies

Aluxx Aluminium Technology: This Performance level frame material features 6061 alloy with single-butted tubes to produce strong, lightweight framesets for a variety of different bikes and riding styles.
D Fuse Technology: The D-Fuse seatpost and handlebar were designed to function as a system, absorbing road shocks and vibrations so you can ride farther, faster.
Over Drive: Giant's original oversized fork steerer tube technology. Designed to provide precise front-end steering performance, the system's oversized headset bearings (1 1/4" lower and 1 1/8" upper for road, 1 1/2" lower and 1 1/8" upper for mountain) and tapered steerer tube work in conjunction to provide optimal steering stiffness.
Tubeless System: Fewer flat tires. Greater traction. Less rolling resistance and a smoother, faster ride. Giant's Tubeless System makes it easier than ever to experience all these benefits.

Specification

Frame and Forks

Frame: ALUXX-Grade Aluminum, 12 x 142mm Thru-Axle, Disc
Forks: Advanced-Grade Composite, Full-Composite OverDrive Steerer, 12 x 100mm Thru-Axle, Disc

Drivetrain

Crankset: Shimano Tiagra 34 / 50 Tooth
Bottom Bracket: Shimano BB-RS500
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Tiagra
Front Derailleur: Shimano Tiagra
Cassette: Shimano HG500 10 x 34 Tooth
Chain: KMC x 10

Braking/Shifting

Shifters: Shimano Tiagra 2 x 10
Front Brake: Shimano Tiagra Hydraulic Discs, Giant Mph Rotors 160mm
Rear Brake: Shimano Tiagra Hydraulic Discs, Giant Mph Rotors 160mm
Brake Levers: Shimano Tiagra

Wheels

Rims: Giant S-R2 Disc Wheelset, Alloy
Hubs: Giant Alloy, 12mm Thru-Axle
Spokes: Sapim
Tyres: Giant Gavia Fondo 2, Tubeless, 700 x 32c (34mm)

Finishing Kit

Handlebars: Giant Connect, X-Small: 40cm, Small: 40cm, Medium: 42cm, Medium / Large: 42cm, Large: 44cm, X-Large: 44cm
Grips: Velo Cork Tape With Gel
Stem: Giant Sport, X-Small: 80mm, Small: 90mm, Medium: 100mm, Medium / Large: 100mm, Large: 110mm, X-Large: 110mm
Seatpost: Giant D-Fuse, Composite, 14mm Offset
Saddle: Giant Approach
Pedals: Not Included