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Anthem 29 1
A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension crosscountry bike with upper mid-range components.
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CA$3,399($2,462)| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 90 / 100mm |
| Fork | Fox Performance Float 32 |
| Shock | Fox Float DPS Performance |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | SLX |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc |
5'4" – 5'9"
5'6" – 6'0"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'6"
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May 2022 · Tom Marvin
A thoroughly modern high-tech cross-country bike that flies when care is taken over its setup
Excellent XC geometry
Decent spec list, even for the cash
Confident yet agile handling
Harsh cockpit
Live Valve needs care to get settings right
May 2022 · Graham Cottingham
Giant's new long-standing Anthem gets a serious suspension and geometry overhaul for 2022 in what could be the cross-country bike's biggest update yet
Calm and controlled geometry
Well controlled suspension
Very capable spec list
Live Valve works effectively in the background
Lower shock mount recess collects dirt
Only one bottle cage
No downtube protection
No internal frame storage
Snakepit of Live Valve cables
Mar 2022
For 2022, the Giant Anthem has been overhauled with a brand new carbon frame, a new suspension design, and an increase in travel. It also features an updated Fox Live Valve system, with the goal of developing a faster and more efficient race bike. Read on for our ride impressions of the new Giant Anthem.
One of the lightest full suspension frames on the market
Fantastic handling with near-perfect geometry
Updated Live Valve system is very impressive
The Fox 34 SC lends confidence and control up front
Grippy 2.4in tyres & responsive XCR wheelset
Decent lightweight dropper post as standard
Original frame cracked
Live Valve system adds cable and battery clutter
Shifting lacks finesse without genuine Shimano chain
Single bottle only
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...
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
The 2018 Giant Anthem 29 returns to its XC roots.
Jun 2017 · Jason Sumner
New lightweight rig is an unapologetically XC race bike with 29er wheels, 100mm/90mm of front and rear, no stock dropper post option, and 1x on most builds. - Mtbr.com
| Frame | ALUXX SL-Grade Aluminum, 90mm Maestro suspension BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: Balsam Green / Smoke Metal |
|---|---|
| Fork | Fox 32 Float SC Performance, 100mm, GRIP damper, 44mm offset, Boost 15x110, KaBolt, custom tuned for Giant Travel: 100mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox Float DPS Performance, 165/42.5, custom tuned for Giant Travel: 90mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano, press fit |
| Stem | Giant Contact |
| Handlebar | Giant Contact SL XC Flat, 780x31.8 |
| Saddle | Contact SL (neutral) |
| Seatpost | Giant Contact, 27.2mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano SLX |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Crank | Shimano SLX, 32t |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX, 12-speed, 10x51 |
| Chain | KMC X-12 |
| Brakes | Shimano MT500 hydraulic (F:180mm, R:160mm) Type: Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano MT501 |
| Rims | Giant XCT 29 wheelset, alloy, 25mm inner |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Sapim |
| Front Hub | Shimano Boost [F] 15x110 [R] 12x148, sealed bearing |
| Rear Hub | Shimano Boost [F] 15x110 [R] 12x148, sealed bearing |
| Tires | [F] Maxxis Recon Race 29x2.35, foldable, TLR, EXO, tubeless, [R] Maxxis Recon Race 29x2.25, foldable, TLR, EXO, tubeless |
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Last updated March 18
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