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2022 Giant

Contend AR 4

An aluminum frame endurance bike with mid-range components and tektro mechanical disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

$1,150
FrameAluminum
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 11
GroupsetClaris
BrakesTektro Mechanical Disc
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Ride Feel

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Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
Contend AR 4
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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 AR 4

39 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
SM

5'4" – 5'9"

MD

5'7" – 6'0"

MD/LG

5'9" – 6'2"

LG

6'0" – 6'4"

XL

6'2" – 6'7"

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Price History
Reviews
BikeRadar
Giant Contend SL Disc 1 review

Nov 2022 · Ashley Quinlan

A very good-value way to get your hands on a Shimano 105-equipped bike with a highly competent frameset

Highs
  • Good value overall

  • High-quality frame

  • Easy to ride

  • Bombproof build

Lows
  • Non 105-spec chainset and brake rotors

  • Wheels and tyres feel weighty and uninspiring

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road.cc
Giant Contend SL 1 Disc 2021

Jul 2021

Brilliant all-round road bike that's comfortable and engaging to ride

Highs
  • Great specification

  • Rewarding and composed ride

  • Impressive seated comfort

Lows
  • Aluminium handlebar transmits vibration

  • Wheels aren't especially quick

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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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Cycling Tips
Giant Contend AR 1 2020 review: Fresh and affordable all-road - CyclingTips

Oct 2019 · Dave Rome

If the lines between road and gravel bikes were already blurry, then the way things are trending is likely to confuse you even further. All-road bikes are relatively new and aim to do everything a good endurance-style road bike does, albeit with a pinch of additional versatility. As the name suggests, they’re designed to handle […]

Highs
  • Impressively composed ride, meets All-Road name, quality features, tubeless tyres, wide-range gearing.

Lows
  • Fussy thru-axles, loosely-captured hub end caps, rattly shifters, versatility comes at the expense of weight.

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

Feb 2019 · Matt Jacobs

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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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

ALUXX-Grade Aluminum, disc

Tire Clearance38c

ColorsHematite; Black

Fork

Advanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, disc

Shock

N/A

Bottom Bracket

cartridge

Stem

Giant Sport XS:80mm, S:90mm, M:100mm, M/L:110mm, L:110mm, XL:110mm

Handlebar

Giant Connect XS:40cm, S:40cm, M:42cm, M/L:42cm, L:44cm, XL:44cm

Saddle

Giant Approach

Seatpost

Giant D-Fuse, alloy, 14mm offset

TypeRigid

Pedals

platform pedal

Grips

Velo cork tape with gel

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Claris

Front Derailleur

Shimano Claris

Crank

FSA Tempo, 34/50 XS:170mm, S:170mm, M:172.5mm, M/L:172.5mm, L:175mm, XL:175mm

Shifters

Shimano Claris

Cassette

Shimano CS-HG50, 11x34

Chain

KMC Z72

Brakes

Tektro MD-C550, Giant MPH rotors [F]160mm, [R]160mm

TypeTektro Mechanical Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano Claris

Wheels
Rims

Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset

Spokes

Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset

Front Hub

Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset

Rear Hub

Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset

Tires

Giant S-R3 AC, 700x32c (34mm)

Accessories
Fenders

Compatible with RGX 38 fender (sold separately)

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First added July 23

Last updated May 30