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Reign 1
A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro bike with upper mid-range components.
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€3,199($3,720)| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 160 / 170mm |
| Fork | Fox Performance Elite Float 38 |
| Shock | Fox Float X Performance Elite |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | SLX |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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Summary
The Giant Reign is a highly capable downhill bike praised for its modern geometry, adjustable suspension, and mullet compatibility. It excels in rough terrain with plush suspension and a stiff frame, though some models may feel harsh in certain conditions. The bike is compared favorably to competitors like the YT Capra and Specialized models, offering a blend of speed, stability, and climbing efficiency.
Modern geometry and adjustable suspension
Mullet compatibility with flip chip
Plush and composed suspension performance
Stiff frame for improved handling
Internal storage and practical parts package
Some models may feel harsh in rough conditions
Internal storage compartment size
Rear hub pickup speed
Bar/grip/stem combo can feel stiff
"We spent more than a year getting everything just right with the new Reign," said Youn Deniaud.
BikerumorGiant has done its homework and created a bike that delivers for pros and punters alike.
BikeRadarThe all-black aesthetic gives it an understated, if somewhat boring appearance. Despite not having any flashy Kashima or wireless bits, it’s still equipped with the important stuff; a top-notch frame and pro-level suspension.
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Jun 2023
Lots of options, including mullet with the new, highly adjustable Giant Reign.
May 2023 · Robin Weaver
Giant’s updated Reign offers comfort and confidence when the going gets steep, with a solid parts package that’s very well considered for the price
Meaningful geometry adjustment
Reasonably efficient climber
Very confident and capable in steep terrain
Practical parts package
Bar/grip/stem combo feels a little harsh
Not the quietest bike in the rough
May 2023 · Blake Nielsen
Giant’s engineering team completely overhauled the Reign Advanced for 2023 with a frame redesign that has now moved away from the somewhat ‘freeride’ style geometry numbers that the Reign has adopted in the past, and instead they set out to create a purebred, no-compromise enduro race bike! Reviewer // Blake Nielsen Photos // Matt Staggs Let’s get straight to the point, does it seem like they’ve hit the brief and how much ‘speedier’ is the bike now compared the previous […]
Mar 2023
Featuring a new frame with more travel and mullet compatibility, the new 2023 Giant Reign is a big step up over its predecessor.
Incredibly calm and composed on rough terrain
Plush & highly adjustable suspension
Maestro linkage offers terrific efficiency
Great geometry for high-speed brawling
Flip chip is useful & offers mullet compatibility
Fantastic tyre spec
Internal storage hatch is too small
Rear hub pickup speed
35mm bars are very stiff
Dec 2022 · Jessie-May Morgan
2023 Giant Reign has 160mm of rear wheel travel with a Flip-Chip offering 3 Geometry Settings and the possibility of a 29" or 27.5" rear wheel
Dec 2022 · Matt Beer
The Reign now has 160mm of rear travel and a three-position flip chip.
Jan 2021 · Christoph Bayer
There are bikes that make it easy to ride fast. They offer a lot of grip, the rider is positioned centrally on the bike and they're easy to handle. The GIANT Reign is NOT that kind of bike. Still, it's a lot of fun!
Good poppy suspension
A lot of fun with an active riding style
Its length adds stability in steep terrain
Suspension reaches its limit on rough tracks
Requires an active riding style
Sizing excludes a lot of riders
Jan 2021 · David Gould
Giant reckons their Reign 29er could be the ultimate Enduro machine but what do we make of it after subjecting it to eight months of testing?
| Frame | ALUXX SL-Grade Aluminum front and rear triangles, Advanced Forged Composite rocker link, 160mm Maestro suspension, OverDrive (1 1/8" - 1 1/2"), BB89.5, UDH, 12x148mm thru-axle, 27.5 or 29-inch rear wheel compatible, flip chip - Maestro 3, integrated downtube storage, 2.5" max tyre size, 36t max chainring size, 3M tailgate protector, downtube and chainstay protection BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Hanger Standard: UDH Tire Clearance: 2.5" Color: Airglow / Cold Night |
|---|---|
| Fork | Fox 38 Performance Elite, 170mm, GRIP 2 damper, 15x110 Kabolt X, 44mm offset Travel: 170mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox Float X Performance Elite, 205/62.5mm Travel: 160mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano, press fit |
| Stem | Giant Contact SL 35 M:40mm, L:40mm, XL:40mm |
| Handlebar | Giant Contact SL TR35, 800x35mm, 20mm rise |
| Saddle | Giant Romero |
| Seatpost | TranzX travel-adjustable dropper, remote M: 140-170mm travel / 30.9 x 499mm L: 170-200mm travel / 30.9 x 525mm XL: 170-200mm travel / 30.9 x 525mm Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | PEDALS NOT SUPPLIED |
| Grips | Giant Tactal Pro Single M:120mm, L:130mm, XL:130mm |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano SLX RD-M7100 |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Crank | Shimano MT512, 32t, 55mm chainline M:170mm, L:170mm, XL:170mm |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX SL-M7100, 1x12 |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX M7100, 10x-51T |
| Chain | KMC X12, w/ Missing Link |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore BR-M6120, hydraulic, Shimano RT-66 rotors [F]220mm, [R]203mm Type: Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Deore BL-M6100 |
| Rims | Giant AM 29, ETRTO: 30-622, tubeless ready (TL tape and valve included), alloy |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Sapim Leader |
| Front Hub | Alloy, sealed [F] Giant, loose ball bearing, 6-bolt [R] Giant, cartridge bearing, Micro Spline driver, 6-bolt |
| Rear Hub | Alloy, sealed [F] Giant, loose ball bearing, 6-bolt [R] Giant, cartridge bearing, Micro Spline driver, 6-bolt |
| Tires | [F] Maxxis Assegai 29x2.5 WT, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO+, TR [R] Maxxis Minion DHR II 29x2.4 WT, 3C MaxxTerra, DD, TR tubeless |
First added December 2
Last updated May 30