Matte Gunmetal Black / Gloss Black

Metallic Red / Metallic Black

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

Giant Contend AR 1

The Giant Contend series is praised for its high-quality aluminum frame, comfortable endurance geometry, and versatile performance across various terrains. It offers great value for money, with models featuring wide gear ranges, dependable ride quality, and components that cater to budget-conscious riders. While some reviews note the bike's weight and component efficiency as drawbacks, the overall sentiment highlights its suitability for long rides and all-round road cycling.

MSRP	$1,550
Where to Buy	— $1 At
Category	Endurance
Weight	21.2 lbs
	4.0
Frame	Aluminum
	Carbon
Wheels	Aluminum
Wheel Size	700c
	Shimano 105 Hydraulic Disc


	105
Drivetrain	2 × 11
Brand Site	giant-bicycles.com
Summary	The Giant Contend AR 1 is an aluminum frame endurance bike with upper mid-range components and shimano 105 hydraulic disc brakes.

Frame	ALUXX-Grade Aluminum, disc Colors: Matte Gunmetal Black / Gloss Black; Metallic Red / Metallic Black
Fork	Advanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, disc
Shock	N/A
Bottom Bracket	cartridge
Stem	Giant Contact
Handlebar	Giant D-Fuse SL
Saddle	Giant Contact (forward)
Seatpost	Giant D-Fuse, composite Type: Rigid
Pedals	Pedal with toe clips/straps

Rear Derailleur	Shimano 105 GS
Front Derailleur	Shimano 105
Crank	Shimano FC-RS510, 34/50
Shifters	Shimano 105
Cassette	Shimano 105, 11x34
Chain	KMC X11EL-1
Brakes	Shimano 105 hydraulic Type: Shimano 105 Hydraulic Disc
Brake Levers	Shimano 105

Rims	Giant P-R2 Disc wheelset
Spokes	Giant P-R2 Disc wheelset
Front Hub	Giant P-R2 Disc wheelset
Rear Hub	Giant P-R2 Disc wheelset
Tires	Giant Gavia Fondo 2, 700X32 tubeless