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Defy Advanced SL 0
A carbon frame endurance bike with ultra high-end components and shimano hydraulic disc brakes.
Manufacturer Price
$8,300| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 Electronic |
| Groupset | Dura-Ace Di2 |
| Brakes | Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
Summary
The Giant Defy is celebrated as a versatile endurance bike that combines comfort with performance, offering a smooth ride quality that rivals more expensive carbon bikes. Its lightweight frame, efficient power transfer, and advanced features like the D-Fuse seatpost for vibration damping make it a standout in its category. While it excels in comfort and handling, some reviews note limitations in component quality and efficiency over extended power applications.
Lightweight endurance frame
Excellent power transfer and stiffness
Advanced vibration damping with D-Fuse seatpost
Smooth ride quality comparable to higher-priced bikes
Versatile performance suitable for a wide range of riders
Some lower-end components may limit performance
Efficiency can wane during extended power applications
Occasional handling quirks in corners
The ride makes you forget that this isn’t an expensive bike.Bicycling
The endurance bike is still a performance machine.
Canadian Cycling MagazineIt’s a very enjoyable bike to ride, combining the chance for thrills with an underlying security.
Cycling WeeklyThe ride quality is on a par with carbon bikes costing three times the Giant’s £649 asking price.
CyclistSmooth, fast, classy and comfortable, the Advanced Pro 3 will go long and stop short.
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Mar 2017 · William Tracy
With the Defy Advanced Pro 0, Giant targets riders who enjoy all-day rides on challenging terrain.
Jul 2016 · Peter Stuart
The Giant Defy Advanced SL 0 adds a lot of weight to the disc brake argument.
Jul 2016 · Thomas Seidelmann, Robin Schmitt
How much technology do endurance bikes really need? The Giant Defy Advanced Pro 0 didn’t just throw up a host of fundamental questions...
Apr 2015 · VeloNews.com
John Degenkolb rides Giant's TCR road bike for the bergs and cobbles of Flanders
Mar 2015 · Ron Koch
This carbon road bike offers a fast, comfortable ride at a solid value
Nov 2014 · David Arthur @davearthur
Stunning performance, fabulously comfortable and responsive ride with superb disc brakes
Oct 2014 · Matthew Pioro
The debut of the 2015 Giant Defy Advanced SL 0 in the Scottish Highlands.
| Frame | Advanced SL-grade composite, Integrated seatpost, Electronic ready BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: Matte Composite / Blue/white |
|---|---|
| Fork | Advanced SL-grade composite, Full-composite OverDrive 2 steerer |
| Shock | N/A |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano, Press Fit |
| Stem | Giant Contact SLR, OverDrive 2, Composite w/ Titanium bolts |
| Handlebar | Giant Contact SLR, Composite, 31.8mm |
| Saddle | Giant Contact SLR forward, composite rails |
| Seatpost | Advanced SL-grade composite, Integrated D-Fuse design Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2, Electronic |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2, Electronic |
| Crank | Shimano Dura-Ace, 34/50 |
| Shifters | Shimano R785 Di2, Electronic |
| Cassette | Shimano Dura-Ace 11x28, 11-speed |
| Chain | KMC X11SL |
| Brakes | Shimano R785, Hydraulic disc, 140mm Type: Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano R785, Hydraulic disc |
| Rims | Giant SLR 0 Disc WheelSystem; 30mm deep, 23mm wide, Tubeless compatible, Full-composite |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Giant SLR 0 Disc WheelSystem; Sapim CX-Ray stainless |
| Front Hub | Giant SLR 0 Disc WheelSystem; Star Ratched driver, [F] 20h [R] Star-ratchet driver 24h |
| Rear Hub | Giant SLR 0 Disc WheelSystem; Star Ratched driver, [F] 20h [R] Star-ratchet driver 24h |
| Tires | Giant P-SLR 1, 700x25, Front and rear specific, Folding |
First added July 8
Last updated July 8
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