Giant Trance 29 1
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Giant Trance 29 1

4.6

Best versatile trail bike for riders seeking confidence on technical terrain.

A highly adaptable trail bike that balances climbing efficiency with descending capability. The adjustable geometry and refined suspension platform make it a versatile choice for riders who want to fine-tune their setup for different trail conditions.

$3499.00

Out of stock
Frame Material Aluminum
Wheel Size Inches 29
Front Suspension Travel Mm 130
130
130
150 160
Rear Suspension Travel Mm 120
120
120
140 145
Intended Use Trail

Who it's for

  • Riders seeking efficient climbing without sacrificing downhill capability
  • Value-conscious mountain bikers wanting high-end performance parts
  • Trail enthusiasts needing one bike for diverse terrain

Who should skip it

  • Weight-focused racers preferring lighter carbon fiber frames
  • Mechanics wanting universal compatibility for cockpit upgrades
  • Aggressive downhillers requiring maximum stopping power

Performance breakdown

Suspension responsiveness

Maestro technology tracks terrain beautifully, keeping tires glued to the dirt.

Excellent

Climbing efficiency

The SLX drivetrain makes short work of steep, technical ascents.

Excellent

Frame adjustability

Flip chip geometry changes allow riders to dial in handling preferences.

Excellent

Braking confidence

Shimano hydraulic discs provide consistent, powerful stopping power in all conditions.

Excellent

Frame stiffness

ALUXX SL aluminum construction delivers a precise, responsive ride feel.

Excellent

Trail versatility

A true do-it-all machine that handles rugged descents and flowy singletrack.

Excellent

Key Specs

Frame

ALUXX SL-Grade Aluminum front and rear triangles, 120mm Maestro suspension, flip chip, 12x148mm thru-axle

Fork

Fox 34 Performance, 130mm, GRIP damper, Boost 15x110 Kabolt, 44mm offset, custom tuned for Giant

Rear Shock

Fox Float DPS Performance, 185/50, custom tuned for Giant

Rims

Giant AM 29 tubeless ready sleeve-joint rim, 30mm inner width

Tires

Front: Maxxis Minion DHF 29x2.5 WT, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO, TR; Rear: Maxxis Aggressor 29x2.5, EXO, TR, tubeless

Crankset

Shimano SLX, 30t

Shifters

Shimano SLX SL-M7100, 1x12

Rear Derailleur

Shimano SLX RD-M7100

Cassette/Freewheel

Shimano SLX, 10x51

Brakes

Shimano Deore BR-MT520, hydraulic, Shimano RT-56 rotors [F]180mm, [R]180mm

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