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Anthem 3
A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension crosscountry bike with upper mid-range components.
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2000 US$(1719 €)| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 110 / 120mm |
| Fork | RockShox 30 Silver TK |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 10 |
| Groupset | Deore |
| Brakes | Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
156cm – 166cm
163cm – 174cm
171cm – 182cm
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Summary
The Giant Anthem is a versatile cross-country bike that excels in climbing and agility, with its Maestro suspension system receiving consistent praise for traction and efficiency. While it's celebrated for its lightweight design and cost-effective performance, some riders note compromises in high-speed stability and comfort on rougher descents. The bike's playful handling and plush ride quality make it a favorite for aggressive trail riding, though opinions vary on wheel size preferences and cockpit comfort.
Maestro suspension system provides impressive traction
Lightweight and cost-effective performance
Playful handling and plush ride quality
Good cable routing and componentry
Versatile for both racing and aggressive trail riding
High-speed stability can be compromised
Compact cockpit may not suit all riders
Less comfortable on rowdy descents
Dropper post reliability issues
Mixed feelings on wheel size preferences
feels like a BMX or slalom bike, NOT an XC race bike
BIKE MagazineAn outstanding high-velocity race or rowdy ride predator at a cracking price.
BikeRadarNo longer a nervous XC race bike, the 2017 Giant Anthem packs more travel and a dialled build kit to make this Giant's most capable Anthem yet.
Singletrack WorldThe Anthem Advanced 2 bucks the trend of more suspension and slack head tube angles for an XC ride that’s capable — but not entirely comfortable — on rowdy descents.
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jul 2022
Take the high-value SRAM X1 & Pike build of the 2017 Anthem Advanced SX, grow the fork and dropper post travel, slack out the head tube angle, and throw on more aggressive rubber and you have Andrew Stone’s min-maxed Giant.
mar 2018
Cross-country race bike shootout! The 2018 Giant Anthem 29 vs Specialized Epic go head-to-head in this in-depth shootout. They are both the top-shelf models, with proven parts and a high-quality heritage. But what about when you ride them side-by-side? How do they differ? Which bike does what best?
jun 2017 · Ron Koch
Giant’s all-new carbon 29er cross country race bike is quick as lightning
jun 2017 · Ian Collins
Giant invited us to their US office in Newbury Park, California to sample their revived efforts at an all out XC race weapon. Over the years, the Anthem has always been their shortest travel full suspension offering, but on a couple of occasions, particularly as of late – it has meandered away from its roots of being a dedicated XC race bike. With a complete redesign from the ground up, it hasn’t simply jumped back on board with the typical norms of the XC race world. In fact we found it to bring something unique to the table; mainly in terms of its
may 2017
Remember XC mountain biking? Those halcyon days seem to have disappeared from the mountain bike lexicon even though it’s the riding most of us actually
abr 2017 · Paul Andrews
Here's an exclusive first look at what the world’s largest bike maker calls its ultimate racing machine – and it's first 29er offering in several years. - Mtbr.com
mar 2017 · Wil Barrett
No longer a nervous XC race bike, the 2017 Giant Anthem packs more travel and a dialled build kit to make this Giant's most capable Anthem yet.
| Frame | ALUXX SL-grade aluminum, Advanced Forged composite upper rocker, 110mm Maestro suspension BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: Black |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox 30 Gold RL Solo Air, OverDrive, 120mm travel Travel: 120mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe RT, Trunnion mount Travel: 110mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano, Press fit |
| Stem | Giant Connect |
| Handlebar | Giant Connect Trail, 31.8mm |
| Saddle | Giant Contact Neutral |
| Seatpost | Giant Connect, 30.9mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Deore |
| Crank | Shimano M627, 22/36 |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore |
| Cassette | Shimano HG50 11x36, 10-speed |
| Chain | KMC X10 |
| Brakes | Shimano M365, hydraulic disc, [F] 180mm [R] 160mm Type: Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano M365 |
| Rims | Giant XC-3 |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless Steel, 14g |
| Front Hub | Giant Sport Tracker Disc, [F] QR 28h, [R] Boost 148x12mm 32h |
| Rear Hub | Giant Sport Tracker Disc, [F] QR 28h, [R] Boost 148x12mm 32h |
| Tires | [F] Schwalbe Nobby Nic, 27.5x2.25, Performance, Wire [R] Schwalbe Racing Ralph, 27.5x2.25, Performance, Wire |
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Last updated 8 de julio
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