2018 Giant

Contend 1

An aluminum frame endurance bike with mid-range components and rim brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

$880
FrameAluminum
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 9
GroupsetSora
BrakesRim
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smoothrugged
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

39 mph

Contend 1

39 mph

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Sizing
SM

5'3" – 5'9"

MD

5'6" – 5'11"

MD/LG

5'8" – 6'2"

LG

5'10" – 6'4"

XL

6'2" – 6'7"

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Reviews
Cycling Weekly
Giant Contend SL 1

Dec 2019 · Symon Lewis

Giant has the ability to make great bikes at a great price and the Giant Contend SL 1 epitomise this

Highs
  • Price

  • Ride quality

  • Handling

Lows
  • Weight

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Bicycling
The Giant Contend 3 Will Make You Happy for $650

Feb 2019

This durable, aluminum road bike has the parts and price every entry-level rider needs.

Highs
  • High-quality aluminum frame

  • Wide gear range makes climbing easier

Lows
  • Heavier, less-efficient components

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road.cc
Giant Contend SL 1

Jun 2018 · John Stevenson

Balanced and assured aluminium endurance bike equally suited to long rides at pace and commuter pothole-bashing

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BikeRadar
Giant Contend 1 review

Jan 2018 · Colin Levitch

Giant's Contend combines a well-proven geometry with wise component choices to create a budget-friendly bike that rides well above its price point. Buy if you're looking to get into road cycling but don't have a big budget

Highs
  • Value for money, rack mounts for versatility, quality components

Lows
  • Ride quality can be a little harsh

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Cyclist
Giant Contend 1 review

Nov 2016 · BikesEtc

A sure-footed, affordable choice for the endurance first-timer

Highs
  • Racy geometry

  • Efficient ride

  • Good pedigree

Lows
  • Some component compromises to reach low price

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Canadian Cycling Magazine
Giant Contend, a new line of aluminum road bikes

Jun 2016 · Canadian Cycling Magazine

Recently, Giant launched its new line of aluminum road bikes called Contend. The range includes three machines: Contend SL Disc, Contend SL and Contend.

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Specs
Build
Frame

ALUXX-grade aluminum

BB StandardBSA, 68mm, Threaded

ColorsSatin Black / Orange; Neon Green / Black

Fork

Composite with alloy OverDrive steerer

Shock

N/A

Bottom Bracket

Sealed Cartridge, Threaded

Stem

Sport

Handlebar

Giant Connect, 31.8mm

Saddle

Contact Forward

Seatpost

Alloy, 27.2mm

TypeRigid

Pedals

Platform w/Toe Clip & Strap

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Sora

Front Derailleur

Shimano Sora

Crank

Shimano Sora, 50/34

Shifters

Shimano Sora

Cassette

Shimano CSHG400 11x32, 9-Speed

Chain

KMC X9

Brakes

Tektro TK-R312

TypeRim

Brake Levers

Shimano Sora

Wheels
Rims

Giant SR-2, Tubeless

Spokes

Sapim Leader, 14g

Front Hub

Giant Tracker Sport Road, [F] 24h, [R] 24h

Rear Hub

Giant Tracker Sport Road, [F] 24h, [R] 24h

Tires

Giant Gavia AC 2 Tubeless, 700x25, Folding

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