Giant Anthem Advanced SL 2 2026 Bike

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Brand	Giant
Colour	Mariana Blue
Suitable for	Everyone
Wheel Size	29-inch

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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Developed to help Giant pro Alan Hatherly win the 2025 Elite Men's XCO World Championship, this superlight XC composite flyer is engineered with a semi-integrated 120mm FlexPoint Pro rear suspension system and a flip chip to adjust geometry for any racecourse or XC terrain.

Features

Total Control

The new FlexPoint Pro suspension delivers 120mm of smooth, active rear travel paired with a 120mm fork-helping you fly down rough descents and power up technical climbs. A flip chip lets you fine tune handling for all types of XC terrain. Superlight composite or alloy Giant WheelSystems (depending on model) with a next-generation 120-tooth helical ratchet drive system for immediate power and robust 5mm rim sidewalls for greater protection against impacts and punctures.

Low-Latency Speed Concept

A fully reengineered composite frameset is 89 grams lighter than it predecessor, with 7.95 percent greater stiffness-to-weight ratio (efficiency) to help you power up climbs and make every watt count. The WheelSystems and integrated handlebar/stem units are designed for maximum efficiency and instantaneous response to rider input. The rear shock is repositioned and semi-integrated with the top tube, shaving weight and creating space for a second water bottle cage.

System Integration

A new one-piece integrated handlebar/stem unit adds compliance to reduce shocks and vibrations, improving control and hand comfort. It's available in two models-the Contact SLR XC Integrated composite and Contact SL XC Integrated alloy. Both feature the same seamless cable routing and versatile sizing with a 780mm standard width and stem lengths ranging from 50-90mm.

Specification

Frame and Forks

Frame: Advanced SL-Grade Composite Front And Rear Triangles, 120mm FlexPoint Pro Suspension, Flip Chip, 12 x 148mm Thru-Axle
Forks: RockShox Sid Select+ 3P, 120mm, Charger Race Day 2 Damper, Boost 15 x 110, 44mm Offset, Remote Lockout
Rear Shock: RockShox SidLuxe Select+, RL Damper, Solo Air, 210/50, TwistLoc Ultimate

Drivetrain

Crankset: SRAM 90 Transmission, 34 Tooth, 55mm Chainline Small: 170mm, Medium: 170mm, Large: 175mm, X-Large: 175mm
Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB, Press Fit
Rear Derailleur: SRAM Eagle 90 Transmission
Cassette: SRAM 70 1270, 10 x 52 Tooth
Chain: SRAM 70 Transmission

Braking/Shifting

Shifters: SRAM Eagle 90 Mechanical, 1 x 12
Front Brake: Shimano SLX BR-M7100, Hydraulic, Giant TR55 Rotors 180mm
Rear Brake: Shimano SLX BR-M7100, Hydraulic, Giant TR55 Rotors 160mm
Brake Levers: Shimano SLX BL-M7100

Wheels

Rims: Giant XCA WheelSystem
Hubs: Giant MTB Alloy, 6 Bolt
Spokes: Sapim
Tyres: Maxxis Aspen 29 x 2.4, Foldable, 120tpi, MaxxSpeed, EXO, Tubeless

Finishing Kit

Handlebars: Giant Integrated XC, Composite, 780mm, 9-Degree Upsweep
Grips: SRAM TwistLoc Ultimate
Stem: Giant Integrated XC Carbon Small: 60mm, Medium: 70mm, Large: 70mm, X-Large: 80mm
Seatpost: Giant Contact Switch SL Dropper, Remote Small: 110mm Travel / 30.9 x 395mm Medium: 140mm Travel / 30.9 x 395mm Large: 140mm Travel /
Saddle: Giant Grit
Pedals: Not Included