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Trance X 29er 2
A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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$1,975| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 125 / 120mm |
| Fork | RockShox Recon Silver RL |
| Shock | RockShox Monarch R |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 10 |
| Groupset | Deore |
| Brakes | Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
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 Trance is celebrated for its lightweight and nimble design, offering exceptional suspension performance with the Maestro system that excels in technical climbs and descents. Its geometry and build make it versatile for a wide range of trails, though some reviews note areas for improvement in efficiency and component specs. The bike's value and capability are frequently highlighted, making it a strong contender in the trail category.
Lightweight and nimble design
Exceptional Maestro suspension performance
Versatile for a wide range of trails
High value and capability
Maestro suspension less efficient than some competitors
Standover clearance could be improved
Component specs may not meet all expectations
The Trance Advanced SX is essentially the hopped-up 'works' model in their 2014 line up
BIKE MagazineSet and forget suspension, blisteringly fast carbon-rimmed acceleration and a naturally surefooted, slack and long geometry make the Trance one of the best high-speed have-a-go-hero machines around
BikeRadarThe Giant Trance Advanced SX comes very close to fulfilling the prophecy of ‘Uno Bicicletta’.
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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 […]
Jun 2014
The Holy Grail of mountain bike ownership is finding the ‘one bike’. We all like to dream that it’s out there – a garage-decluttering, wallet-saving, partner-soothing super bike that can spin out a 50km cross country ride with the same ease as it will demolish your local downhill track. Dream crushing time: it doesn’t exist yet. So what …
Light.
Exceptional suspension.
Amazingly versatile.
Wheels aren't as stiff as some.
Mar 2014 · David Gould
The view from the saddle after several months
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 · James Huang
Big wheels, sorted handling, and great suspension for all-day trail fun
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.
Dec 2012 · Danny Milner
It's the big-wheeled counterpart to one of our favourite bikes of recent years — how does the Giant Trance X 29er compare?
| Frame | ALUXX SL-grade aluminum, 5" Maestro suspension BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: Blue / Black/white |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Recon Silver, w/15mm thru-axle, OverDrive steerer, 120mm travel Travel: 120mm |
| Shock | RockShox Monarch R Travel: 125mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano Press Fit |
| Stem | Giant Connect |
| Handlebar | Giant Connect, low rise, 31.8mm |
| Saddle | Giant Contact, Upright |
| Seatpost | Giant Connect, 30.9mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore, Shadow Plus |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Deore |
| Crank | Shimano Deore, 24/38 |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore, Rapid Fire |
| Cassette | Shimano HG62 11x36, 10-speed |
| Chain | KMC X10 |
| Brakes | Shimano M395, hydraulic disc, [F] 180mm, [R] 160mm Type: Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano M395 |
| Rims | Giant S-XC2, double wall |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless Steel, 14g |
| Front Hub | Giant Sport Tracker Off Road, [F] 15mm axle, [R] 135x5mm QR |
| Rear Hub | Giant Sport Tracker Off Road, [F] 15mm axle, [R] 135x5mm QR |
| Tires | Schwalbe Nobby Nic Performance, 29x2.25, folding |
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Last updated July 8
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