2017 Giant

Defy Advanced 3

A carbon frame endurance bike with mid-range components and hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

$1,550
FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 10
GroupsetTiagra
BrakesHydraulic Disc
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
Defy Advanced 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)

39 mph

Defy Advanced 3

39 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
XS

5'1" – 5'7"

SM

5'4" – 5'9"

MD

5'6" – 6'0"

MD/LG

5'8" – 6'2"

LG

5'11" – 6'4"

XL

6'2" – 6'7"

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Rider Fit Notes
  • 5'10", size MD, Just right
  • 5'9", size Small, Just right
  • 5'8", size MD, Too large
  • 5'7", size MD, Just right
  • 6'0", size MD, Just right
  • 5'5", size SM, Just right
Reviews
Cycling Tips
Giant Defy Advanced Pro 0 first-ride review: Super smooth, power meter included - CyclingTips

Jul 2018 · James Huang

Giant’s previous-generation Defy range broke new ground in 2014 by being the first complete range of endurance road bikes from a major manufacturer to exclusively offer disc brakes. It was also a very nice bike, period, but also more of a toned-down road racer than a machine that was purpose-built for performance-oriented comfort. That’s all […]

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Velo
First Ride: Giant Defy Advanced Pro 0

Jul 2018 · Dan Cavallari

Giant's new Defy endurance bike has several clever comfort features but has the spirit of a superlight racer. We went to Italy for a first ride review.

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VeloNews
Giant Defy Advanced Pro 0

Mar 2017 · William Tracy

With the Defy Advanced Pro 0, Giant targets riders who enjoy all-day rides on challenging terrain.

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BikeRadar
Giant Defy Advanced Pro 3 review

Nov 2016 · Robin Wilmott

Smooth, fast, classy and comfortable, the Advanced Pro 3 will go long and stop short. Buy if you want a deceptively fast all-day mile-eater that’s ready to go

Highs
  • Great frameset, handling, fine brakes

Lows
  • Grippy tyres wear quite fast

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Cyclist
Giant Defy Advanced 3 review

Jul 2016 · Marc Abbott

The Giant Defy Advanced 3 is a great entry-level carbon endurance bike and the 2016 model is a significant improvement over 2015.

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Gran Fondo Magazine
Giant Defy Advanced Pro 0 Review

Jul 2016 · Thomas Seidelmann, Robin Schmitt

How much technology do endurance bikes really need? The Giant Defy Advanced Pro 0 didn’t just throw up a host of fundamental questions...

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Road Bike Action
BIKE TEST: Giant Defy Advanced SL 0

Nov 2015 · R BA

A bona fide endurance road super bike

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Bicycling
Buyer's Guide: Giant Defy Advanced 2

Mar 2015 · Ron Koch

This carbon road bike offers a fast, comfortable ride at a solid value

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

Advanced-grade composite

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

ColorsWhite / Neon Red/black; Composite / Silver/lime

Fork

Advanced-grade composite, Hybrid OverDrive steerer

Shock

N/A

Bottom Bracket

Shimano, Press fit

Stem

Giant Connect

Handlebar

Giant Connect, 31.8mm

Saddle

Giant Contact Neutral

Seatpost

Giant D-Fuse, Composite

TypeRigid

Pedals

N/A

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Tiagra

Front Derailleur

Shimano Tiagra

Crank

Tiagra, 34/50

Shifters

Shimano Tiagra

Cassette

Shimano Tiagra 11x32, 10-speed

Chain

KMC X10

Brakes

Giant Conduct, hydraulic, 160mm

TypeHydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano Tiagra

Wheels
Rims

Giant SR-2 Disc

Spokes

Stainless steel, 14g

Front Hub

Giant Sport Tracker Road Disc, [F] 100x12mm axle 28h, [R] 142x12mm axle, 32h

Rear Hub

Giant Sport Tracker Road Disc, [F] 100x12mm axle 28h, [R] 142x12mm axle, 32h

Tires

Giant P-SL 1, Front and Rear Specific, 700x25, Folding

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