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2020 Giant

Trance 3

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

2100 US$(1832 €)
FrameAluminum
SuspensionFull, 140 / 150mm
ForkRockShox 35 Gold RL
ShockRockShox Deluxe Select
Wheels27.5″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 11
GroupsetSX Eagle
BrakesShimano Hydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Terrain
easyextreme
Handling
nimblestable
Trance 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)

36 km/h

Trance 3

42 km/h

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
XS

155cm – 165cm

SM

163cm – 173cm

MD

170cm – 181cm

LG

178cm – 189cm

XL

186cm – 198cm

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Reviews

Summary

The Giant Trance is celebrated as a versatile and fun mountain bike, excelling in both climbing and descending with its well-balanced geometry and efficient Maestro suspension system. It's praised for its playful handling and ability to tackle a variety of trails, though some reviews note limitations in aggressive terrain and the added complexity of the Fox Live Valve system.

Pros
  • Well-balanced, do-it-all trail machine

  • Progressive geometry suitable for various trails

  • Smart and efficient Maestro suspension system

  • Playful and lively handling

  • Good climbing and descending performance

Cons
  • Fox Live Valve system adds complexity and cost

  • Limited reserves on demanding, rough trails

  • Cable routing could be cleaner

  • Firm suspension on descents for some models

Key Quotes
The Trance X is a reality check.
BIKE Magazine logoBIKE Magazine
This is a pure trail bike designed to be just as good at climbing as it is descending, plus everything in between.
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The GIANT Trance 29 1 proves that less travel often means more fun on the trails.
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Bicycling
We Tested Giant's Reinvented Trance, and It’s Bigger, Badder, and Bolder

dic 2021

This new version of one of our favorite trail bikes gets almost everything right

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MTB Mag
[Tested] Giant Trance Advanced Pro 29 1

dic 2021 · Ian Collins

Upon fully revising the Trance 29, the folks at Giant were kind enough to send us a sample in the Advanced Pro 1 level spec for testing

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Revolution Mountain Bike Magazine
[R]eviewed // Giant Trance Advanced Pro 29

dic 2021 · December 3, 2021

For as long as we can remember the Trance has been Giant’s do-it-all trail bike and whilst the platform has been constantly evolving over the years it’s never really been a bike that would set your heart racing with excitement… until now! Fresh for 2022 Giant have completely redesigned every square inch of the new Trance and in doing so they created a bike with super charged trail performance. Gone is the appearance of a skinny little XC bike, and […]

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

dic 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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Beta
The Beta Tests - Giant Trance X Advanced Pro 29 0

abr 2021 · Michael Ferrentino

The “better mousetrap” theory is tested in the Trance X 29. Spry handling and burly intent meet a mess of ones and zeros in FOX Live Valve

Highs
  • Fun, lively handling

  • Top shelf componentry

  • Live Valve adds versatility to otherwise burly intent

Lows
  • Bird's-nest wiring

  • Live Valve needs further refinement to really shine

  • It ain’t cheap

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Mountain Bike Action
Mountain Bike Action Bike Test: Giant Trance X Advanced Pro 29 0

nov 2020 · McCoy

Classic roots meet future integration

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Pinkbike
Field Test: 2021 Giant Trance X - Computer Controlled Climbing Convenience

nov 2020 · Mike Levy

We put the new Trance X to the test, electronically controlled suspension and all.

Highs
  • Efficient climber without using lockout switches

  • Fun-loving, responsive handling

  • Lightweight frame

Lows
  • Least capable descender

  • Suspension performance

  • Live Valve packaging, no integrated frame storage

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Loam Wolf
Review: Giant Trance X 29 2

oct 2020 · Marissa Krawczak

At this price point the Trance X 29 2 is a very competitive bike for beginner, to expert level riders who are on a budget.

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

ALUXX SL-Grade Aluminum, 140mm

ColorsMetallic Black / Metallic Blue; Matte Olive Green / Gloss Green

Fork

RockShox 35 Gold RL, 150mm, DebonAir, Motion Control Damping, Boost 15x110 Maxle Ultimate, tapered

Travel150mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

RockShox Deluxe Select

Travel140mm

Bottom Bracket

SRAM DUB press fit

Stem

Giant Contact

Handlebar

Giant Connect Trail, 780x31.8

Saddle

Giant Contact (neutral)

Seatpost

Giant Contact Switch dropper post with remote, 30.9

TypeDropper

Pedals

N/A

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM SX

Front Derailleur

N/A

Crank

SRAM SX Eagle DUB, 30t

Shifters

SRAM SX

Cassette

SRAM SX, 11x50

Chain

SRAM SX

Brakes

Shimano BR-MT400 [F] 180mm [R] 180mm, hydraulic Disc

TypeShimano Hydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano MT401

Wheels
Rims

Giant AM 27.5 tubeless ready sleeve-joint rim, 30mm inner width

Spokes

Sapim

Front Hub

[F] Giant Tracker Performance Boost 15x110, sealed bearing [R] Giant Tracker Performance Boost 12x148, sealed bearing

Rear Hub

[F] Giant Tracker Performance Boost 15x110, sealed bearing [R] Giant Tracker Performance Boost 12x148, sealed bearing

Tires

[F] Maxxis High Roller II 27.5x2.5 WT, EXO, TR [R] Maxxis High Roller II 27.5x2.4, EXO, TR, tubeless

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