Get a feel for the trail with this all-new aluminum hardtail made for aspiring singletrack riders. It features stable, fast-rolling 29-inch wheels so you can push the pace on climbs and let loose on the descents.
Built on a new lightweight ALUXX aluminum frame that features classic hardtail design plus the balanced riding characteristics of either larger diameter 29-inch wheels, Talon is a great choice for XC or light trail terrain. The frame geometry is specifically designed to adapt to its respective wheel size and a 100mm suspension fork) It’s a confident ride that’s perfect for ambitious riders who want to take their off-road skills to the next level.
Proven alloy performance
ALUXX aluminum frameset is hand-built in-house by the world leader in aluminum engineering.
Balance and stability
Frame geometry is designed to optimize the balance and roll-over capabilities of 29-inch wheels.
XC control
The suspension fork offers 100mm of smooth travel for added XC control.
Specifications
| Sizes |
S,M,L,XL |
| Frame |
ALUXX-Grade Aluminum, disc |
| Fork |
SR Suntour XCE 29 (100mm travel) |
| Shock |
N/A |
| Handlebar |
Giant Connect Trail, 31.8 |
| Stem |
Giant Sport |
| Seatpost |
Giant Sport, 30.9 |
| Saddle |
Giant custom |
| Pedals |
Platform |
| Shifters |
Shimano SL-M315 |
| Front Derailleur |
Shimano M315 |
| Rear Derailleur |
Shimano Tourney |
| Brakes |
Tektro TKD 172, mechanical |
| Brake Levers |
RS360A |
| Cassette |
Shimano MF-TZ500, 14x28 |
| Chain |
KMC Z7 |
| Crankset |
ProWheel forged, 22/36 |
| Bottom Bracket |
cartridge |
| Rims |
Giant GX03V 29, alloy, double wall, 21mm inner width |
| Hubs |
Giant Sport Tracker, 32h |
| Spokes |
Stainless |
| Tires |
Maxxis Ikon 29x2.2, wire bead |
Geometry
| |
S (29") |
M (27.5") |
M (29") |
L (29") |
XL (29") |
| SEAT TUBE LENGTH (inch)
|
15.4 |
16.9 |
17.3 |
19.3 |
21.1 |
| SEAT TUBE ANGLE |
74.0° |
74.0° |
74.0° |
74.0° |
74.0° |
| TOP TUBE LENGTH (inch)
|
22.7 |
23.5 |
23.6 |
24.4 |
25.2 |
| HEAD TUBE LENGTH (inch)
|
3.7 |
5.1 |
4.1 |
4.9 |
5.5 |
| HEAD TUBE ANGLE |
68.5° |
67.5° |
68.5° |
68.5° |
68.5° |
| FORK RAKE (inch)
|
2 |
1.7 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
| TRAIL (inch)
|
3.7 |
4.1 |
3.7 |
3.7 |
3.7 |
| WHEELBASE (inch)
|
44.3 |
44.8 |
45.3 |
46.1 |
46.9 |
| CHAIN STAY LENGTH (inch)
|
17.9 |
17.3 |
17.9 |
17.9 |
17.9 |
| BOTTOM BRACKET DROP (inch)
|
2.2 |
1.8 |
2.2 |
2.2 |
2.2 |
| STACK (inch)
|
23.7 |
23.5 |
24.1 |
24.8 |
25.4 |
| REACH (inch)
|
15.9 |
16.7 |
16.7 |
17.3 |
17.9 |
| STAND OVER HEIGHT (inch)
|
28.8 |
29.4 |
30.2 |
31.7 |
33 |
| HANDLEBAR WIDTH (inch)
|
30.7 |
30.7 |
30.7 |
30.7 |
30.7 |
| STEM LENGTH (inch)
|
2 |
2.4 |
2.4 |
2.8 |
3.1 |
| CRANK LENGTH (inch)
|
6.7 |
6.9 |
6.9 |
6.9 |
6.9 |
| WHEEL SIZE
|
29" |
27.5" |
29" |
29" |
29" |
