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Defy Advanced SL 0
A carbon frame endurance bike with ultra high-end components and shimano dura-ace rim brakes.
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Manufacturer Price
$6,900| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | Dura-Ace |
| Brakes | Shimano Dura-Ace Rim |
5'1" – 5'6"
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 6'0"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'0" – 6'5"
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Summary
The Giant Defy is celebrated for its exceptional balance between comfort and performance, making it a standout in the endurance category. Its lightweight frame and responsive handling are frequently praised, alongside the plush ride quality that doesn't sacrifice efficiency. While the bike's high-quality components and innovative features like disc brakes are highlights, some critiques focus on the wheel release system and seatpost limitations.
Exceptional balance between comfort and agility
Lightweight frame with responsive handling
High-quality components and innovative features like disc brakes
Plush ride quality that maintains efficiency
Comfortable for long rides without sacrificing performance
Infuriating wheel release system
D-Fuse seatpost limits customization options
High price tag for range-topping models
Some companies are good at making money and good at making adverts, but they don’t make their own carbon fibre
Cycling WeeklyThe Defy strikes a superb balance between comfort and agility
BikeRadarThe ride is absolutely stunning.
road.ccIt's a race bike you can ride comfortably all day.
road.ccWith this new Defy, Giant have raised the endurance bike bar.
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Nov 2014 · David Arthur @davearthur
Stunning performance, fabulously comfortable and responsive ride with superb disc brakes
Aug 2014 · James Huang
The chassis bears little resemblance to the previous Defy Advanced SL aside from a laundry list of Giant’s trademark features, such as the extra-oversized 1 1/4 to 1 1/2in tapered OverDrive 2 steerer, the huge MegaDrive down tube, the 86mm-wide PowerCore bottom bracket shell with press-fit bearing cups, and that unmistakable integrated carbon fiber seatmast that Giant says is at the core of the Defy’s rear-end comfort characteristics.. .
Jul 2014 · Logan VonBokel
Giant's carbon-framed Defy models will come with disc brakes only, a nod to the future of braking on the road
Aug 2013 · Kenny Pryde
Giant Defy Advanced SL 2 test by Kenny Pryde
Comfortable
Good finishing kit
Not much
Aug 2012 · R BA
An endurance bike that performs for the budget conscious
| Frame | Advanced SL-Grade Composite, Integrated Seatpost BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: Composite / White/blue |
|---|---|
| Fork | Advanced SL-Grade Composite, Full-Composite OverDrive 2 Steerer |
| Shock | N/A |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano, Press Fit |
| Stem | Giant Contact SLR, Composite, OverDrive 2 |
| Handlebar | Giant Contact SLR, Composite, 31.8 |
| Saddle | Fi'zi:k Aliante Gamma w/ K:ium Rails |
| Seatpost | Advanced SL-Grade Composite, Integrated Design Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Dura-Ace |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Dura-Ace |
| Crank | Shimano Dura-Ace Pro Compact, 36/52 |
| Shifters | Shimano Dura-Ace |
| Cassette | Shimano Dura-Ace 11x28, 11-Speed |
| Chain | Shimano Dura-Ace |
| Brakes | Shimano Dura-Ace Type: Shimano Dura-Ace Rim |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Dura-Ace |
| Rims | Giant P-SLR1 WheelSystem |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Giant P-SLR1 WheelSystem |
| Front Hub | Giant P-SLR1 WheelSystem |
| Rear Hub | Giant P-SLR1 WheelSystem |
| Tires | Giant P-SLR1, 700x23, Front and Rear Specific, Folding |
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Last updated July 8
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