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Today’s Deals2011 Giant
Trance X3
A 26″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price
$2,200| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 125 / 125mm |
| Fork | Fox Float 32 |
| Shock | Fox |
| Wheels | 26″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 3 × 10 |
| Groupset | SLX, Deore |
| Brakes | Avid Hydraulic Disc |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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Summary
The Giant Trance is celebrated as a versatile and capable trail bike, offering a balanced mix of efficiency, comfort, and performance across various terrains. Its Maestro suspension system is frequently praised for handling rough terrain with ease, providing a supple ride that absorbs bumps while maintaining pedaling efficiency. The bike's geometry and handling inspire confidence, making it a favorite for both newcomers and experienced riders seeking a reliable all-rounder.
Versatile and capable trail performance
Confidence-inspiring geometry and handling
Maestro suspension system excels in rough terrain
Lightweight and efficient for all-day rides
Well-rounded for a variety of disciplines
Higher price point for advanced models
Some components may require upgrades
Suspension can bottom out on extreme descents
Limited adjustability on base model shocks
It’s also safe to say that the bike’s wheelbase, or at least chainstays, has been shortened, and its head angle slackened
BIKE MagazineThe 2012 Trance X1 is a bike that’s more than comfortable in a surprisingly broad array of situations.
BikeRadarIt’s fun, responsive, efficient and incredibly capable given the asking price.
MBRThe key to making the most of the situation when the going gets rough is to let the Maestro package (coupled to Fox’s engineering prowess) do the work for you as you focus on your lines.
MTBRThis is one of the most precise and solid-feeling mountain bike frames I’ve ridden — period.
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Jul 2012
Adam Craig defended his U.S. National Super D title yet again in Sun Valley, Idaho. This year he piloted a prototype Giant Trance X 29er to victory. Bike
Nov 2011 · Zach White
A true ‘mountain biker’s mountain bike'. Spec and weight are impressive for the price, too
Oct 2011 · Danny Milner
The Giant Trance X4 might not cost the earth, but the fact that it outperforms many bikes costing twice the price makes it our 2011 Full-suspension Bike of the Year
Mar 2010 · Emily Schaldach
Singletrack.com's Zach White says Giant's 5-inch trail machine is one of the most precise and solid-feeling mountain bike frames he has ridden — period.
Sep 2009 · Tyler Benedict
More ride reviews from the Giant Demo Day… In this installment, we ride and comment on the 2010 Giant Anthem, Trance and Reign Mountain bikes and the TCR Advanced SL road bike.  Thanks to the handy-dandy Park Tools scale, we have actual weights for the bikes, too! Hit ‘more’ to see the photos and read …
| Frame | ALUXX SL-Grade Aluminum, 5" Maestro Suspension BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: Navy Blue / White |
|---|---|
| Fork | Fox 32 F125RL (Giant LTD Edition) w/ 15QR Thru Axle and Tapered Steerer, 125mm Travel Travel: 125mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox Float R Travel: 125mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano Press Fit |
| Stem | Giant Connect |
| Handlebar | Giant Connect, Low Rise 31.8 |
| Saddle | Fi'zi:k Gobi XM (Giant LTD Edition) w/ Manganese Rails |
| Seatpost | Giant Connect, 30.9 Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Not Included |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano SLX Shadow, Top Normal, 10-Speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano SLX |
| Crank | Shimano M552, 24/32/42 |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX M660 Rapidfire, 3x10 Speed |
| Cassette | Shimano HG81 11x36, 10-Speed |
| Chain | Shimano HG-74 |
| Brakes | Avid Elixer 3, [F] 185mm [R] 160mm Type: Avid Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Avid Elixer 3 |
| Rims | Giant S-XC2 |
|---|---|
| Spokes | [F] 15g, [R] 14g, Stainless |
| Front Hub | [F] Giant Tracker w/ 15mm Axle, [R] Shimano M475, 32h |
| Rear Hub | [F] Giant Tracker w/ 15mm Axle, [R] Shimano M475, 32h |
| Tires | Kenda Nevegal, 120 tpi, 26x2.1 Folding |
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Last updated July 8
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