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Trance X3
A 26″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components and shimano mechanical disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price
$1,550| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 125 / 120mm |
| Fork | RockShox |
| Shock | Giant |
| Wheels | 26″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 3 × 9 |
| Groupset | Deore, Alivio |
| Brakes | Shimano Mechanical 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 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.
BIKE MagazineDespite 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.
BikeRadarGiant 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.
Feb 2013 · Seb Rogers
Likeable, good value and more capable than you’d expect, the Trance X3 is only a fork upgrade short of brilliance
| Frame | ALUXX SL-Grade Aluminum, 5" Maestro Suspension BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: White / Black/red |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox XC32 TK Coil, OverDrive, 120mm Travel Travel: 120mm Spring Type: Coil |
| Shock | Giant Air-R Travel: 125mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano, Press Fit |
| Stem | Giant Connect |
| Handlebar | Giant Connect, Low Rise, 31.8 |
| Saddle | Giant Performance MTB |
| Seatpost | Giant Connect, 30.9 Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Alloy Platform |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Alivio |
| Crank | Shimano M542, 22/32/44 |
| Shifters | Shimano Alivio, 3x9 Speed |
| Cassette | SRAM PG 950 11x34, 9-Speed |
| Chain | KMC X10 |
| Brakes | Shimano M395, [F] 180mm, [R] 160mm Type: Shimano Mechanical Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano M395 |
| Rims | Giant S-XC 2, Double Wall |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless Steel, 14g |
| Front Hub | [F] Giant Tracker Sealed, [R] Formula Sealed Bearing, 32h |
| Rear Hub | [F] Giant Tracker Sealed, [R] Formula Sealed Bearing, 32h |
| Tires | Schwalbe Nobby Nic, 26x2.25 Performance |
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Last updated July 8
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