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2021 Giant

Contend AR 2

An aluminum frame endurance bike with mid-range components and tektro mechanical disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

CA$1,699
Weight9.9 kg  
FrameAluminum
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 10
GroupsetTiagra
BrakesTektro Mechanical Disc
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
Contend AR 2
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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)

63 km/h

Contend AR 2

62 km/h

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
XS

157cm – 169cm

SM

165cm – 175cm

MD

171cm – 181cm

MD/LG

177cm – 187cm

LG

183cm – 193cm

XL

189cm – 199cm

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Reviews
road.cc
Giant Contend SL 1 Disc 2021

Jul 2021

Brilliant all-round road bike that's comfortable and engaging to ride

Highs
  • Great specification

  • Rewarding and composed ride

  • Impressive seated comfort

Lows
  • Aluminium handlebar transmits vibration

  • Wheels aren't especially quick

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BikeRadar
Giant Contend AR3 review

Jul 2021 · Simon Withers

Great-looking all-rounder from one of cycling's biggest names

Highs
  • Great looks

  • Lovely all-round ride

  • Long-distance comfort

Lows
  • Not great value when compared with the competition

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Cycling Weekly
Giant Contend SL 1

Dec 2019 · Symon Lewis

Giant has the ability to make great bikes at a great price and the Giant Contend SL 1 epitomise this

Highs
  • Price

  • Ride quality

  • Handling

Lows
  • Weight

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Cycling Tips
Giant Contend AR 1 2020 review: Fresh and affordable all-road - CyclingTips

Oct 2019 · Dave Rome

If the lines between road and gravel bikes were already blurry, then the way things are trending is likely to confuse you even further. All-road bikes are relatively new and aim to do everything a good endurance-style road bike does, albeit with a pinch of additional versatility. As the name suggests, they’re designed to handle […]

Highs
  • Impressively composed ride, meets All-Road name, quality features, tubeless tyres, wide-range gearing.

Lows
  • Fussy thru-axles, loosely-captured hub end caps, rattly shifters, versatility comes at the expense of weight.

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Bicycling
The Giant Contend 3 Will Make You Happy for $650

Feb 2019 · Matt Jacobs

This durable, aluminum road bike has the parts and price every entry-level rider needs.

Highs
  • High-quality aluminum frame

  • Wide gear range makes climbing easier

Lows
  • Heavier, less-efficient components

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

ALUXX-Grade Aluminum, disc

Tire Clearance38c

ColorsConcrete; Rosewood

Fork

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

Shock

N/A

Bottom Bracket

cartridge

Stem

Giant Sport

Handlebar

Giant Connect

Saddle

Giant Approach, UniClip accessory mount

Seatpost

Giant D-Fuse, composite

TypeRigid

Pedals

N/A

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Tiagra GS

Front Derailleur

Shimano Tiagra

Crank

Shimano Tiagra, 34/50

Shifters

Shimano Tiagra

Cassette

Shimano Tiagra, 10-speed, 11x34

Chain

KMC X10-1

Brakes

Tektro MD-C550 mechanical, 160mm

TypeTektro Mechanical Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano Tiagra

Wheels
Rims

Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset

Spokes

Stainless

Front Hub

Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset

Rear Hub

Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset

Tires

Giant Gavia Fondo 2, 700x32c, tubeless

Accessories
Fenders

Compatible with RGX 38 fender (sold separately)

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