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Anthem X3
A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension crosscountry bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price
$2,250| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 100 / 100mm |
| Fork | RockShox Reba |
| Shock | RockShox Monarch R |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 3 × 10 |
| Groupset | X7, X5 |
| 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 Anthem is a highly regarded cross-country bike, praised for its lightweight design, efficient climbing, and versatile performance across various terrains. Its supple suspension and outstanding traction make it a standout for both racing and recreational riding. The bike's carbon frame options offer stiffness and performance at competitive price points, though some models lack modern features like through axles.
Lightweight design
Supple suspension for rough conditions
Efficient climbing with great traction
Versatile for XC races to technical trails
Carbon frame available at a lower price point
Less pedaling efficiency compared to some virtual pivot point systems
Lacks through axle, uses standard quick release
Base level bike weighs more than the top model
At just 22 pounds, it doesn’t take much muscle to get the bike flying
BIKE MagazineTorquey and tenacious on technical terrain, smooth and easy-striding on map-crossing epics and relentlessly rapid when racing
BikeRadarThis bike climbs like a goat.
MTBRGiant currently owns the market on women’s full-suspension 29ers with the women’s Anthem X 29er W.
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Jul 2013 · MBA Action
American trail riders have spoken. Just two years after Giant first introduced a 29er to the Anthem X family, it stands alone as the sole offering for
Sep 2012 · Emily Zinn
The first women's-specific full-suspension 29er from Giant is a competitive bike at a competitive price
Jun 2012 · Francis Cebedo
The Giant Anthem X Advanced 29 is the latest iteration of the best selling full suspension bike by Giant. It is a 4 inch travel full suspension bike meant for XC riding and this year - Mtbr.com
Apr 2012
Thoughts from our first big ride aboard Giant's new carbon 29er.
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 …
Jun 2009 · Guy Kesteven
The sorted cockpit and chassis make the X3 superb high-speed fun and an upgrade investment
| Frame | ALUXX SL-Grade Aluminum, 4" Maestro Suspension Color: Black / Red/white |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Reba RL w/ 15mm Thru-Axle, OverDrive Steerer, 100mm Travel Travel: 100mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Monarch R Travel: 100mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM GXP Press Fit |
| Stem | Giant Connect |
| Handlebar | Giant Connect 31.8 |
| Saddle | Giant Performance MTB |
| Seatpost | Giant Connect, 30.9 Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X7 |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | SRAM X5 |
| Crank | SRAM X5, 22/33/44 |
| Shifters | SRAM X5, 3x10 Speed |
| Cassette | SRAM PG 1030 11x36, 10-Speed |
| Chain | SRAM PC 1031 |
| Brakes | Avid Elixir 1, 160mm Type: Avid Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Avid Elixir 1 |
| Rims | Giant S-XC2 |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Competition |
| Front Hub | [F] Giant Tracker Sealed/CNC w/ 15mm Axle, [R] Giant Tracker Performance, 32h |
| Rear Hub | [F] Giant Tracker Sealed/CNC w/ 15mm Axle, [R] Giant Tracker Performance, 32h |
| Tires | Schwalbe Racing Ralph, 26x2.1 Performance Folding |
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Last updated July 8
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