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Anthem Advanced 29 3
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension crosscountry bike with upper mid-range components.
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$4,800| Weight | 26.5 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, 100 / 110mm |
| Fork | RockShox SID |
| Shock | RockShox SIDLuxe Select+ |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | SLX, Deore |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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Summary
The Giant Anthem is a highly capable cross-country bike that combines modern geometry with efficient suspension performance, making it a strong contender in the XC category. Its updated design and Live Valve technology enhance both climbing and descending capabilities, though some reviewers note limitations in water carrying capacity and cable management. The bike is praised for its lightweight frame, confident handling, and the seamless integration of electronic suspension adjustments.
Lightweight and robust frame
Efficient yet confident ride
Modern geometry balances agility and stability
Fox suspension with Live Valve tech for automatic adjustment
Excellent XC geometry
Single mount for a bottle cage limiting on longer rides
Live Valve cable tends to pop out, disconnecting the suspension lockout
Stock Maxxis dry tyres struggle in wet conditions
Harsh cockpit
Limited water carrying capabilities
Giant has clearly worked hard to bring the Anthem up to date with the current crop of multi-faceted cross-country bikes.
Bike PerfectThe Anthem is a high-performing XC race bike.
BikeRadarNot only has Giant produced a simpler and lighter chassis compared to its predecessor, it’s also brought the geometry right up to date.
Flow Mountain BikeThe Anthem Advanced Pro 29 1 is Giant's flagship XC thoroughbred
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Dec 2025 · Mike Levy
We put a lot bigger shock in there than what a lot of other bikes on the market have. So we have a 50 millimeter stroke shock in this particular platform. A lot of other bikes are using a smaller 45 mm stroke that has a shorter eye to eye, smaller can, smaller eyelet, all of those things.
Nov 2025 · Jordan Villella
When your bike already has a World Championship under its belt before being released to the public... you know you're on the right path.
Nov 2025 · Dave Rome
It’s not often you get a bike that’s been ridden to a world championship title before it’s released.
Nov 2023
The Anthem Advanced Pro 29 1 is Giant's flagship XC thoroughbred and, for its top-shelf price, it is tricked out with a matching component list. Along with a blingy kit, its efficient yet confident ride puts it squarely in line as a top contender for the best cross-country mountain bike crown. Bike check: Nino Schurter's Scott Spark Merida Big.Nine 10k first ride review The Rules of Faff - A mountain biker's guide Giant marketed this bike as an XC racing machine that works well both in terms of uphill and downhill situations.
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
| Frame | Advanced-grade composite front and rear triangles, 100mm FlexPoint Pro suspension, 12x148mm thru-axle BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Tire Clearance: 2.4" Color: Ocean Twilight |
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| Fork | RockShox Sid Base, 110mm, Boost 15x110, 44mm offset, remote lockout Travel: 110mm |
| Shock | RockShox SidLuxe Select+, 165/45, custom tuned for Giant Travel: 100mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano, press fit |
| Stem | Giant Contact SL XC, 35mm S:60mm, M:70mm, L:70mm, XL:70mm |
| Handlebar | Giant Contact XC Flat, 760x35mm |
| Saddle | Giant Grit PP |
| Seatpost | Giant Contact Switch Core dropper, remote S: 100mm travel / 30.9 x 350mm M: 120mm travel / 30.9 x 400mm L: Type: Dropper |
| Grips | SRAM TwistLoc Ultimate |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano SLX RD-M7100 |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Crank | Praxis Cadet, 32t, 55mm chainline S:170mm, M:175mm, L:175mm, XL:175mm |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore SL-M6100, 1x12 |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX M7100, 10x51 |
| Chain | KMC X-12 |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore MT410, hydraulic, Shimano RT-26 rotors [F]180mm, [R]160mm Type: Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Deore MT401 |
| Rims | Giant XCT 29, 25mm inner width |
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| Spokes | stainless |
| Front Hub | Shimano C500, sealed |
| Rear Hub | Shimano C500, sealed |
| Tires | Maxxis Aspen 29x2.4, foldable, 120tpi, TLR, EXO, tubeless |
First added August 24
Last updated March 21
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