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Trance Advanced 2
A 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price
$4,080| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 140 / 150mm |
| Fork | RockShox Revelation RC |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | SLX |
| Brakes | Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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Summary
The Giant Trance youth mountain bike is praised for its versatile performance, combining 29-inch wheels with progressive trail geometry for a fun and capable ride. Its Maestro Suspension system is highlighted for being active and sensitive to small bumps, offering a good mix of pedaling efficiency and bump absorption. The bike's lightweight and updated geometry make it efficient on climbs and agile on tight singletrack.
Versatile performance with progressive trail geometry
Active and sensitive Maestro Suspension system
Lightweight and efficient on climbs
Agile handling on tight singletrack
Updated geometry for improved stability and responsiveness
Limited rear travel may not suit rougher terrain
Higher price point for top-end models
Some models may require aggressive weight shifts on steep climbs
The new Trance 29 is an impressive package because it took on everything thrown its way, and it had a blast doing it.
NSMBIt’s a wild bike that is way more capable than it looks.Bicycling
Giant’s Trance 2’s edge of control isn’t a razor blade, it’s more like a plateau. And that’s a very good thing.
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Dec 2019
The Giant Trance 29 3 is a sprightly cross-country weapon made for mile munching and groomed singletrack. It quickly runs out of travel when the going gets rough, though, and some of the spec choices of this base level model are a bit under par.
Apr 2019 · Wil Barrett
Wil delivers us his longterm review of the 2019 Giant Trance 29 – a very 'un-Giant like' 29er trail bike with progressive geometry
Feb 2019
Giant nailed it with the new Trance 29er; it is an impressive revamp to their trail bike line-up that was begging for a 29er. With a stout 115mm of travel out the back, 130mm up front and a nice relaxed shape it’s going to be very popular. Let’s talk about our new Trance test bike! …
Brilliant trail bike.
Smooth and comfortable.
Steers singletrack with ease.
Yet to get comfortable with fork and shock settings.
Dec 2018 · Christoph Bayer
The Giant Trance Advanced Pro 29 1 have the least amount of travel, it also costs half as much as most other bikes in the test field. Can it still keep up?
Lots of fun on flowing trails
Good acceleration
Brakes are undersized
Suspension not very sensitive
Damage to the paint on the chainstay
Dec 2018 · Daniel Sapp
Is 115 millimeters of rear travel enough for the trails surrounding Whistler? We found out aboard the new Giant Trance.
Supple, effective suspension performance
Parts spec won't hold anyone back
Progressive head tube angle & reach for the category
DVO dampers not proven (yet)
Uncomfortable seat
Seat tube angle could be steeper
Aug 2018
Giant's Senior Global Category Manager, Kevin Dana, gets grilled on the new Trance 29 in a gondola…
Aug 2018 · Jordan Villella
Giant Bicycles launched the all-new line of Trance 29er to its 2019 lineup of full-suspension trail bikes. - Mtbr.com
| Frame | Advanced-grade composite w/ALUXX SL rear, Advanced forged composite upper rocker, 140mm Maestro suspension BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: Matte Grey / Neon Orange |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Revelation RC Solo-Air, Boost, Maxle Stealth, OverDrive, 150mm travel Travel: 150mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe RT, Trunnion mount Travel: 140mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano, Press fit |
| Headset | Integrated OverDrive sealed cartridge bearing |
| Stem | Giant Contact |
| Handlebar | Giant Contact Trail |
| Saddle | Giant Contact, Neutral |
| Seatpost | Giant Contact Switch, dropper, 30.9mm Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano SLX |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Crank | Shimano SLX, 30T |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX 11x46, 11-Speed |
| Chain | KMC X11-1 |
| Chain Guide | N/A |
| Brakes | Shimano SLX, hydraulic disc, 180mm Type: Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano SLX |
| Rims | Giant TRX 1 27.5 composite WheelSystem; 35mm wide, tubeless |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Giant TRX 1 27.5 composite WheelSystem; Dynamic Balanced Lacing, Sapim butted stainless steel |
| Front Hub | Giant TRX 1 27.5 composite WheelSystem; Pawl driver, Boost |
| Rear Hub | Giant TRX 1 27.5 composite WheelSystem; Pawl driver, Boost |
| Tires | Maxxis High Roller II, 27.5x2.4, EXO, Tubeless, 60 TPI |
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Last updated September 2
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