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A 26″ aluminum frame full suspension women’s trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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$2,350| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 125 / 125mm |
| Fork | Fox Float 32 |
| Shock | Fox |
| Wheels | 26″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 3 × 10 |
| Groupset | XT, SLX |
| Brakes | Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
4'11" – 5'5"
5'2" – 5'8"
5'5" – 5'11"
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Summary
The Giant Trance is a versatile trail bike praised for its efficient Maestro suspension system, offering smooth and controlled performance on both climbs and descents. It features a stiff frame and responsive handling, making it a strong all-rounder in its category. While generally stable and forgiving, some riders may find it less exciting for aggressive riding.
Efficient Maestro suspension system
Stiff frame and responsive handling
Good value and competitive pricing
Versatile for various trail conditions
Some cable routing issues causing rattles
Suspension can feel bouncy during out-of-saddle pedaling
Stock components like tires and grips may need upgrading
It’s so stiff, in fact, that Giant claims there’s no need for a through-axle. We still kinda’ want one.
Despite top quality carbon frame and suspension, it’s impressively well-priced, especially compared to the boutique brands that it matches in terms of technology and performance.
Giant are back to their butt-kicking ways and the competitively priced Trance 1 ($3399) is tipped to be the biggest mover in the new Giant line up.
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Dec 2014 · Christoph Bayer
The Trance Advanced, from the Taiwanese bike powerhouse Giant, is the only 27.5″ bike in the whole group test. With 140mm travel, it offers 1cm more than the competition, which combined with the smaller wheels should be a fun package on the trails. Does the concept work out? This review is part of a Group […]

Sep 2013 · Simon Collis
Read the full review of the big-wheeled Giant Trance X29er 2, a great trail bike with outstanding suspension

Sep 2013
Giant are back to their butt-kicking ways and the competitively priced Trance 1 ($3399) is tipped to be the biggest mover in the new Giant line up. Flow picked this silver beast as one of the four 27.5″-wheeled test bikes to accompany us to Rotorua for a week of riding and filming. We’ve talked long …
Exceptional value
Fantastic all-rounder geometry
Tyres proved squirmy and difficult to seal
Jul 2013 · Mark Alker
A couple of months in, how's Sanny getting on with his Trance X 29er

Mar 2013 · MBA Action
With the majority of 29ers, there is just no hiding the fact that you are riding 29-inch wheels. Experienced riders raised on 26-inch wheels can

Feb 2013
Giant’s new Trance X 29er is effortlessly capable. In any rider’s hands, challenging terrain seems to disappear under its tires. Our testers, however, found lots of room for debate.

Apr 2011 · Guy Kesteven
One of the safest, smoothest trail rides around and now with extra bite if you push it
| Frame | ALUXX SL-Grade Aluminum, 5" Maestro Suspension BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: White / Silver/green |
|---|---|
| Fork | Fox 32 Evolution 26" CTD w/ 15QR thru-axle, OverDrive, 125mm Travel Travel: 125mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox Float CTD Travel: 125mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano, Press Fit |
| Stem | Giant Connect |
| Handlebar | Giant Connect, Low Rise, 31.8 |
| Saddle | Giant Performance, Women's |
| Seatpost | Giant Connect, 30.9 Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore XT Shadow Plus |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano SLX |
| Crank | Shimano M552, 24/32/42 |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX, 3x10 Speed |
| Cassette | Shimano HG62 11x36, 10-Speed |
| Chain | KMC X10 |
| Brakes | Shimano M446, [F] 180mm, [R] 160mm Type: Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano M505 |
| Rims | Giant S-XC 2, Double Wall |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless Steel Black, 14g |
| Front Hub | [F] Giant Tracker Sealed/CNC w/ 15mm Axle, [R] Formula, 32h |
| Rear Hub | [F] Giant Tracker Sealed/CNC w/ 15mm Axle, [R] Formula, 32h |
| Tires | Schwalbe Nobby Nic, 26x2.25 Performance Folding |
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