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Stance 27.5 1
A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price
$1,905| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 120 / 120mm |
| Fork | RockShox Recon Gold RL |
| Shock | RockShox Monarch R |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 10 |
| Groupset | XT, 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 Stance is a versatile trail bike that offers a pragmatic mix of performance and value, with a clean, efficient design. It's praised for its quick acceleration, respectable weight, and the inclusion of a dropper post, though some reviews note its shorter wheelbase and head angle could limit performance on more aggressive terrain. The bike's suspension, particularly in Trail mode, is highlighted for keeping the front end riding high, making it amenable to aggressive riding beyond its travel suggestions.
Includes a dropper post
Quick acceleration in Trail mode
Respectable weight of 30 pounds, pedals included
Versatile bike under $3000
Clean-looking machine with a simple 'get the job done' aura
Somewhat-short 45.3″ wheelbase exhibited some twitchiness on fast, rocky sections
68° head angle was begging for more throttle twisting
Quick release out back is a bummer
Could benefit from a beefier front tire
Skinny qr fork can’t handle trouble like the rest of the bike
I’d wager that five or more went out the door every weekend.
BIKE MagazineIt’s a clean-looking machine with a simple 'get the job done' aura about it.
BIKE MagazineHeld back by its fork, but a smooth, efficient and enjoyable XC/trail ride with added ‘proper shop’ value
BikeRadarThe Stance’s flex-stay rear end delivers decent pedalling efficiency without compromising the grip and control of its 120mm of travel
BikeRadarThe Stance forgoes Giant’s signature Maestro suspension design for a much simpler single pivot design they have dubbed 'FlexPoint' which allows them to bring the price point down significantly.
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Jun 2016 · The Editors of Bicycling
This full-suspension mountain bike offers Editors' Choice-winning performance at a budget-friendly price point
Mar 2016 · Guy Kesteven
Held back by its fork, but a smooth, efficient and enjoyable XC/trail ride with added ‘proper shop’ value. Buy if you want an upgrade-worthy budget full-sus bike that should be good for years – and are willing to work around the weak-link fork for the time being
Pedals well
Relatively light weight and fast tyres make for easy speed
Frame is worthy of upgrading
Available in independent bike shops
Skinny qr fork can’t handle trouble like the rest of the bike
Long stem causes stubborn steering on techy trails
Jun 2015 · McCoy
Serious 27.5 suspension that’s seriously affordable
Apr 2015
This sub-$3000 bike packs a lot of value. But does it perform on trail? Read our Giant Stance 0 review to find out.
Sep 2014 · Gregg Kato
Budget-minded beginners are the main target for this all new model line from Giant. - Mtbr.com
| Frame | ALUXX-grade aluminum, 4.7" FlexPoint suspension Color: Black / Green |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Recon Gold RL Solo Air w/ OverDrive steerer, PushLoc lockout, 120mm travel Travel: 120mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Monarch R Travel: 120mm |
| Bottom Bracket | FSA, Press fit |
| Stem | Giant Connect |
| Handlebar | Giant Connect Trail, 25mm rise, 31.8mm |
| Saddle | Giant Connect, Upright |
| Seatpost | Giant Connect, 30.9mm Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT, Shadow |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Deore |
| Crank | FSA Comet, 24/38 |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore |
| Cassette | Shimano HG50 11x36, 10-speed |
| Chain | KMC X10 |
| Brakes | Shimano M355, Hydraulic disc, [F] 180mm [R] 160mm Type: Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano M355 |
| Rims | Giant Alloy, Double wall |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless Steel, 14g |
| Front Hub | Giant Tracker Sport Disc, 32h |
| Rear Hub | Giant Tracker Sport Disc, 32h |
| Tires | Maxxis Ardent, 27.5x2.25, Wire bead |
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Last updated July 8
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