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2023 Giant

Trance X 3

A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price

CA$3,799($2,736)
FrameAluminum
SuspensionFull, 145 / 160mm
ForkRockShox Yari RC
ShockFox Float DPS Performance
Wheels27.5″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 12
GroupsetDeore
BrakesTektro Orion Hydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Terrain
easyextreme
Handling
nimblestable
Trance X 3
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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)

26 mph

Trance X 3

26 mph

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Spec Level

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Sizing
SM

5'4" – 5'9"

MD

5'6" – 6'0"

LG

5'10" – 6'3"

XL

6'1" – 6'6"

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Reviews
Revolution Mountain Bike Magazine
[R]eviewed // Giant Trance X Advanced 1

Oct 2024 · Blake Nielsen

Giant offer a wide collection of dual suspension trail bikes and just in case readers aren’t in the know already, can you start by explaining what the ‘X’ in model’s name distinguish about these bikes compared to the standard Trance models?  I’d like to think that it stands for Xtreme but in reality the X signifies that the bike is intended to get rowdy and encourage its rider to really have a lot of fun out there on the trails! […]

Highs
  • Extremely versatile, suitable for various trail conditions and riding styles

  • Great value for money, especially alloy version starting at $5499

  • High level of adjustability (geometry, reach, flip chip)

  • Lightweight carbon frame with refined aesthetics

  • Capable on descents yet efficient for climbing

  • Mullet-compatible out of the box

  • Predictable and fun handling

Lows
  • Not the most exciting on paper or to the eye

  • Rear suspension optimized for 29-inch wheel when using mullet setup

  • Minor travel increase (5mm) not a game-changer alone

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Flow Mountain Bike
2024 Giant Trance X Review | A near-perfect trail bike with over 27 different configurations

Aug 2024

New for this year, the Giant Trance X impresses with its efficient pedalling manners, sprightly handling and huge range of customisation.

Highs
  • Fantastic geometry with loads of adjustability

  • Efficient pedalling manners

  • Sensitive & floaty suspension performance

  • Adaptable wheelsize & travel

  • Solid spec for the money

Lows
  • The TRX Carbon wheels are quite stiff

  • Downtube storage needs refining

  • Insufficient chainstay protection

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Pinkbike
Review: Giant Trance X Advanced - Not Your Parents' Volvo

Jun 2024 · Henry Quinney

Whether plumbing along seated traverses, turning on a dime, or pointing and shooting through rough and committing chop, the Trance is well executed and composed.

Highs
  • A true trail bike, at a low weight

  • Neutral and consistent suspension inspire confidence

  • Geometry that is the product of years of refinement

  • Plenty of adjustment.

Lows
  • North America doesn't see the full range of models

  • Can hang up deeper in the stroke

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Singletracks
Giant Trance X Advanced Pro 29 SE: An $8,000 Bike for $4,500 [Test Ride Review]

Mar 2024 · Tim Wild

The Giant Trance X Advance Pro SE trail bike features all the electronic bells and whistles paired with a carbon frame.

Highs
  • Incredible value

  • A tech geek’s dream

  • Superb suspension package

Lows
  • Complex to dial in

  • Needs a lot of batteries – a total of 7 across Flight Attendant and AXS

  • Lots of own-brand components

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Mountain Bike Action
LONG TERM REVIEW: GIANT TRANCE X - 27.5" WHEELS BRING THE FUN - Mountain Bike Action Magazine

Dec 2022 · Ron Koch

There is no doubt that 29-inch wheels are faster and better in most situations, but when it comes to maneuverability and fun, this just might be the go-to wheel size.

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Singletrack World
Review: Giant Trance Advanced Pro 29 1

Apr 2022 · Ben Haworth

Giant Trance Advanced Pro 29 1 is reviewed by Benji in The Big Short bike grouptest in issue 142 of Singletrack World.

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BikeRadar
Giant Trance X 1 review

Dec 2021 · Robin Weaver

If you rate fun over flat-out speed, the new Trance X 1 is a seriously capable bike that manages to straddle the line between trail bike and enduro machine and is certainly worth checking out

Highs
  • Good geometry

  • Suspension easy to set up

  • Solid spec for the cash

Lows
  • Fox 36 adjustment won’t necessarily work for lighter riders

  • Could benefit from using mixed wheel sizes

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Mountain Flyer
Giant Launches Updated Version Of Its Popular Trance Advanced Pro 29

Dec 2021

Giant rolls out revamped Trance Advanced Pro 29 with new trail bike features including more travel, adjustable geometry, internal frame storage and a whole lot more. Here's our first look!

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

ALUXX SL-Grade Aluminum front and rear triangles, 145mm Maestro suspension, flip chip - Maestro, 12x148mm thru-axle

Tire Clearance2.6"

ColorBlack Currant

Fork

RockShox Yari RC, Motion Control, DebonAir, 37mm offset, 160mm, 15x110 Stealth, custom tuned for Giant

Travel160mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

Fox Float DPS Performance, 185/55, custom tuned for Giant

Travel145mm

Bottom Bracket

Praxis, press fit

Stem

Giant Contact SL 35 S:40mm, M:40mm, L:50mm, XL:50mm

Handlebar

Giant Contact SL TR35, 800x35mm, 20mm rise

Saddle

Giant Romero

Seatpost

Giant Contact Switch dropper, remote S: 125mm travel / 30.9 x 395mm M: 150mm travel / 30.9 x 44

TypeDropper

Pedals

N/A

Grips

Giant Tactal Pro Single S:120mm, M:120mm, L:130mm, XL:130mm

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Deore

Front Derailleur

N/A

Crank

Praxis Cadet M24 HD, 32t, 55mm chainline S:165mm, M:170mm, L:170mm, XL:170mm

Shifters

Shimano Deore, 1x12

Cassette

Shimano Deore, 10x51

Chain

KMC X-12

Brakes

Shimano BR-MT420, hydraulic, Shimano RT-66 rotors [F]203mm, [R]180mm **some bikes may be substituted: Tektro HD-M745 Orion, 4-piston hydraulic, [F] 203mm, [R] 180mm

TypeTektro Orion Hydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano BL-MT401 **some bikes may be substituted: Tektro HD-M745 Orion

Wheels
Rims

Giant AM 27.5, alloy

Spokes

Sapim

Front Hub

alloy, sealed bearing

Rear Hub

alloy, sealed bearing

Tires

[F] Maxxis Assegai 27.5x2.6, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO, TR [R] Maxxis Minion DHRII 27.5x2.6, 3C MaxxTerra, EXO, TR, tubeless

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