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Anthem X 29er
A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension crosscountry bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price
$2,450| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 100 / 100mm |
| Fork | Fox Performance Float 32 |
| Shock | Fox |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | SLX |
| Brakes | Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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Summary
The Giant Anthem is a versatile cross-country bike that excels in climbing and agility, with its Maestro suspension system receiving consistent praise for traction and efficiency. While it's celebrated for its lightweight design and cost-effective performance, some riders note compromises in high-speed stability and comfort on rougher descents. The bike's playful handling and plush ride quality make it a favorite for aggressive trail riding, though opinions vary on wheel size preferences and cockpit comfort.
Maestro suspension system provides impressive traction
Lightweight and cost-effective performance
Playful handling and plush ride quality
Good cable routing and componentry
Versatile for both racing and aggressive trail riding
High-speed stability can be compromised
Compact cockpit may not suit all riders
Less comfortable on rowdy descents
Dropper post reliability issues
Mixed feelings on wheel size preferences
feels like a BMX or slalom bike, NOT an XC race bike
BIKE MagazineAn outstanding high-velocity race or rowdy ride predator at a cracking price.
BikeRadarNo longer a nervous XC race bike, the 2017 Giant Anthem packs more travel and a dialled build kit to make this Giant's most capable Anthem yet.
Singletrack WorldThe Anthem Advanced 2 bucks the trend of more suspension and slack head tube angles for an XC ride that’s capable — but not entirely comfortable — on rowdy descents.
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Jul 2022
Take the high-value SRAM X1 & Pike build of the 2017 Anthem Advanced SX, grow the fork and dropper post travel, slack out the head tube angle, and throw on more aggressive rubber and you have Andrew Stone’s min-maxed Giant.
Mar 2018 · Wil Barrett
In Issue #116 of Singletrack Magazine, Wil and the crew tested three new generation full suspension XC race bikes. Read on for the full review of the 2018 Giant Anthem...
Mar 2018
Cross-country race bike shootout! The 2018 Giant Anthem 29 vs Specialized Epic go head-to-head in this in-depth shootout. They are both the top-shelf models, with proven parts and a high-quality heritage. But what about when you ride them side-by-side? How do they differ? Which bike does what best?
Feb 2018 · Colin Levitch
The new Anthem 29 2 is a hoot to ride, lightning fast and won't leave you filing for bankruptcy. Buy if you're in the market for an unapologetic XC racer
Geometry, wide bars, cable routing and quality not quantity approach to suspension
Some flex in the frame, 27.2mm seatpost limits choice of droppers
Jan 2018 · James Bracey
The Giant Anthem Advanced Pro 29 is Giant's short (90mm) travel, carbon XC race weapon. Matched to a 100mm fork it delivers almost trail bike handling.
Exceptional handling prowess.
Component list.
The ride is a little too relaxed and soft for a true XC race bike.
Tricky getting the front end set to the right height.
Jun 2017 · Ron Koch
Giant’s all-new carbon 29er cross country race bike is quick as lightning
Jun 2017 · Ian Collins
Giant invited us to their US office in Newbury Park, California to sample their revived efforts at an all out XC race weapon. Over the years, the Anthem has always been their shortest travel full suspension offering, but on a couple of occasions, particularly as of late – it has meandered away from its roots of being a dedicated XC race bike. With a complete redesign from the ground up, it hasn’t simply jumped back on board with the typical norms of the XC race world. In fact we found it to bring something unique to the table; mainly in terms of its
| Frame | ALUXX SL-grade aluminum, 100mm Maestro suspension BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: Black / Yellow |
|---|---|
| Fork | Fox 32 Float SC Performance, Grip Damper, 15mm QR, Boost, Tapered, 100mm travel Travel: 100mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox Float Performance Travel: 100mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano, Press fit |
| Stem | Giant Contact SL |
| Handlebar | Giant Contact SL Trail, 31.8mm |
| Saddle | Giant Contact Forward |
| Seatpost | Giant Contact, 30.9mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano SLX, Shadow+ |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Crank | Shimano SLX, 30T |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX 11x42, 11-speed |
| Chain | Shimano HG 601 |
| Brakes | Shimano SLX, hydraulic disc, [F] 180mm [R] 160mm Type: Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano SLX |
| Rims | Giant XC-2 |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Sapim Race, 14/15g |
| Front Hub | Giant Performance Tracker Disc, [F] Boost 110x15mm 28h, [R] 142x12mm 32h |
| Rear Hub | Giant Performance Tracker Disc, [F] Boost 110x15mm 28h, [R] 142x12mm 32h |
| Tires | Schwalbe Racing Ralph, 29x2.25, Performance, Folding |
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Last updated July 8
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