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Anthem Advanced 27.5 2
A 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension crosscountry bike with high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price
$3,650| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 100 / 100mm |
| Fork | RockShox Reba |
| Shock | RockShox Monarch RL |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 10 |
| Groupset | X9, X7 |
| Brakes | Avid 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 Anthem is celebrated for its ultra-decisive steering, stable and surefooted demeanor, and playful nature, making it a standout in the cross-country category. Its Maestro suspension system is praised for consistent control and smooth comfort, though some note it can feel soft under hard power. The bike offers great value, especially in lower-tier models, with a light, racing-stiff package that doesn't compromise on fun or performance.
Ultra-decisive steering
Stable and surefooted demeanor
Playful nature for an XC race bike
Maestro suspension system for smooth comfort
Great value in lower-tier models
Maestro suspension can feel soft under hard power
Higher price points may be prohibitive for some
Some components may feel dated in certain builds
This cutthroat cross-country whip took my preconceptions about XC race bikes and hacked them into a cool puddle of blood.
BIKE MagazineThe great-looking Anthem Advanced SX has some features that many cross country bikes may not possess, especially at this price point.
Canadian Cycling MagazineThe Giant Anthem’s ALUXX SL frame is the ultra thin-walled equivalent of alloy porcelain and Giant only lets its best welders work on the pressure formed tubes.
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Dec 2016 · Brad Hunter
Much more than a cross country racer
May 2016 · McCoy
We highly recommend this bike—not only for top-level athletes, but
Feb 2016 · Mick Kirkman
The Giant Anthem 27.5 3 is way more fun than expected but needs a few specification tweaks
Real turn of speed and precision on twisty trails, married with excellent parts
Tall/short sizing requires an extra long 100mm stem
Feb 2016
The Giant Anthem Advanced is a purebred XC steed that slays tight-and-twisty trails while exhibiting a fun-loving, playful alter ego.
Jan 2016
There’s a whopping nine versions of the Anthem available in both aluminium and carbon frames. There’s the Anthem X with 29″ wheels, the more aggressively specced Anthem SX (click here for our review of the SX) and the regular Anthem we have here. We’ve also reviewed the Anthem’s bigger brother recently, the Trance Advanced 27.5 …
11kg!
Top shelf FOX suspension.
Shimano XT single ring drivetrain.
Do we need a remote fork lockout?
Jul 2015 · Sim
The Giant Anthem SX has a decent build but does it work in chorus?
Jun 2015 · Andrew Richardson
We got our hands on the Giant Anthem Advanced SX 27.5 for test and my oh my, is it a stunning bit of kit...
Jun 2014 · Steve Williams
5 2 is the middle model of the three-bike Anthem 27.
| Frame | Advanced-grade composite w/ ALUXX SL rear triangle, 4" Maestro suspension Color: Composite / Green |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Reba RL w/ 15mm thru-axle, OverDrive steerer, PushLoc lockout, 100mm travel Travel: 100mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Monarch RL Travel: 100mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM, Press fit |
| Stem | Giant Contact |
| Handlebar | Giant Contact SL Trail, Low rise, 31.8mm |
| Saddle | Giant Contact, Forward |
| Seatpost | Giant Contact, 30.9mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X9, Type 2 |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | SRAM X7 |
| Crank | SRAM S1000, 24/38 |
| Shifters | SRAM X7 |
| Cassette | SRAM PG1030 11x36, 10-speed |
| Chain | KMC X10 |
| Brakes | Avid Guide R, Hydraulic disc, 160mm Type: Avid Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Avid Guide R |
| Rims | Giant P-XC2, Double wall |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless Steel, 14/15g |
| Front Hub | Giant Performance Tracker Disc, 32h, [F] 15mm axle, [R] 135x5mm QR |
| Rear Hub | Giant Performance Tracker Disc, 32h, [F] 15mm axle, [R] 135x5mm QR |
| Tires | Schwalbe Racing Ralph EVO, Tubeless ready, 27x2.25, Folding |
First added July 8
Last updated July 8
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