Gunmetal Black / Metallic Orange

White

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

Giant Gavia Fondo 1, tubeless, 700x32, folding

Giant Defy Advanced 2

The Giant Defy is celebrated for its versatility and comfort, making it an excellent choice for endurance road riding. It offers a balanced ride quality, combining stiffness for efficiency with compliance features like the D-Fuse seatpost and handlebar for comfort. While it excels in long-distance comfort and handling, some reviews note minor drawbacks such as cable routing issues and component choices.

MSRP	$2,450
Where to Buy	— $1 At
Category	Endurance
Weight	20.0 lbs
	5.3
Frame	Carbon
	Carbon
Wheels	Aluminum
Wheel Size	700c
	Shimano 105 Hydraulic Disc


	105
Drivetrain	2 × 11
Brand Site	giant-bicycles.com
Summary	The Giant Defy Advanced 2 is a carbon frame endurance bike with upper mid-range components and shimano 105 hydraulic disc brakes.

Frame	Advanced-Grade Composite, disc BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Colors: Gunmetal Black / Metallic Orange; White
Fork	Advanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, disc
Shock	N/A
Bottom Bracket	Shimano, press fit
Stem	Giant Contact
Handlebar	Giant Contact SL D-Fuse
Saddle	Contact (neutral)
Seatpost	Giant D-Fuse, composite Type: Rigid
Pedals	N/A

Rear Derailleur	Shimano 105
Front Derailleur	Shimano 105
Crank	Shimano FC-R510, 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, 12mm thru-axle
Rear Hub	Giant P-R2 Disc wheelset, 12mm thru-axle
Tires	Giant Gavia Fondo 1, tubeless, 700x32, folding