Ready to increase your road riding mileage? This lightweight, smooth-riding bike is all the motivation you need. Its aluminium frame and high-quality components give you a big boost in efficiency so you can crank out more miles day in and day out.
Made with a lightweight ALUXX SL aluminium frame, Contend SL features balanced geometry for versatile all-rounder capabilities. The rear triangle is designed for quick acceleration, while the front end puts the rider in a confident position for comfort and control. Its unique technologies, including a D-Fuse composite seatpost and tubeless Giant WheelSystem, give it a smooth ride that’s perfectly capable on all types of road terrain. From the hills to flats, smooth roads or rough, Contend SL does it all.
Balanced road geometry
Frame is specifically engineered to produce a balanced, all-rounder feel that blends confident rider positioning with agile road handling.
Smooth ride quality
Innovative D-Fuse composite seatpost design reduces road shocks and vibrations, and a Giant WheelSystem lets you run tubeless tyres up to 28mm for a smoother ride quality and reduced risk of flats.
Lightweight efficiency
ALUXX SL aluminium frame delivers efficient climbing and snappy acceleration.
Sizes
S, M, ML, L, XL
Colours
Gloss Gunmetal Black
Frame
ALUXX SL-Grade Aluminium. Compatible with fenders
Fork
Advanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer
Shock
N/A
Handlebar
Giant Connect
Stem
Giant Sport
Seatpost
Giant D-Fuse, composite
Saddle
Giant Approach
Pedals
N/A
Shifters
Shimano 105
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105 GS
Brakes
Tektro TK-B178
Brake Levers
Shimano 105
Cassette
Shimano 105, 11x34
Chain
KMC X11EL-1
Crankset
Shimano FC-RS510, 34/50
Bottom Bracket
Shimano, press fit
Rims
Giant S-R3 wheelset
Hubs
Giant S-R3 wheelset
Spokes
Giant S-R3 wheelset
Tyres
Giant S-R3 AC, 700x28mm, (max tyre
