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Giant Anthem X Advanced SL 1

Giant

Anthem X Advanced SL 1

2026

$8,000.00

Specialized Epic 9 Expert

Specialized

Epic 9 Expert

2027

$7,499.99

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Model year20262027

Components

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SizesS, M, L, XL—
FrameAdvanced SL-grade composite front and rear triangles, 120mm FlexPoint Pro suspension, flip chip, 12x148mm thru-axle, internal storageFACT 11m Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, threaded BB, 12x148mm UDH compatible rear dropout, internal cable routing, 120mm of travel, Optimized for wireless drivetrain
Crank lengthS: 170 mm M: 170 mm L: 175 mm XL: 175 mmS: 165mm M: 170mm L: 170mm XL: 170mm
ColoursSolar Prominence—
Handlebar widthS: 780 mm M: 780 mm L: 780 mm XL: 780 mmS: 760mm M: 760mm L: 760mm XL: 760mm
Seatpost clamp—Specialized Alloy 34.9, Steel Bolt
Stem lengthS: 50 mm M: 50 mm L: 60 mm XL: 70 mmS: 60mm M: 70mm L: 70mm XL: 70mm
SWAT—SWAT Box 2.0
ForkFox 34 SL Performance Elite, 130mm, GRIP X damper, Boost 15x110, 44mm offsetRockShox SID Select+, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 120mm Travel
Rear shock—RockShox SIDLuxe Select+, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, TwistLoc remote adjust, Solo Air, 190x45mm
Saddle width—S: 155mm M: 143mm L: 143mm XL: 143mm
ShockFox Float SL Factory, 210/50—
Seatpost length—S: 125mm M: 150mm L: 150mm XL: 170mm
HandlebarGiant Integrated XC, composite, 780mm, 9-degree upsweep—
Front brake—SRAM Motive Bronze, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
GripsGiant Tactal, lock onSRAM Slip on with Twist-Loc
Rear brake—SRAM Motive Bronze, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor
StemGiant Integrated XC Carbon S:50mm, M:50mm, L:60mm, XL:70mmRoval Alloy XC 2-bolt stem, 60mm/70mm
Shift levers—SRAM AXS POD Controller
SeatpostGiant Contact Switch AT dropper, remote S: 110-140mm travel / 30.9 x 395mm M: 110-140mm travel / 30.9 x 395mm L: 140-170mm travel / 30.9 x 530mmX-Fusion Manic, 30.9, SM: 125mm, M: 150mm, L-XL: 170mm Travel, 0mm offset
Rear derailleurSRAM GX AXS TransmissionSRAM GX Eagle AXS Transmission
SaddleGiant Grit SLBody Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
CassetteSRAM XS 1275, 10x52SRAM XG-1275 Transmission 12-Speed 10-52t
PedalsN/A—
ChainSRAM GX TransmissionSRAM GX Eagle Transmission 12-Speed Flattop Chain
ShiftersSRAM AXS Pod, discrete clamp, 1x12—
CranksetSRAM GX Transmission, 32t, 55mm chainline S:170mm, M:170mm, L:175mm, XL:175mmSRAM GX Eagle, DUB, SM:165mm, M-XL:170mm, 34T
Front derailleurN/A—
Bottom bracketSRAM DUB, press fitSRAM DUB Threaded Wide
Front tyre—Specialized Fast Trak, Flex Lite Casing, T5/T7 Compound, 29x2.35
BrakesShimano Deore XT BR-M8120, hydraulic, Shimano RT-MT905 rotors [F]203mm, [R]180mm—
Front wheel—Roval Control SL V, Hookless carbon, 29mm inner width, tubeless ready, DT Swiss 370 hub, Sapim D-Light Straight Pull
Brake leversShimano Deore XT BL-M8100—
Rear tyre—Specialized Air Trak, Flex Lite Casing, T5/T7 Compound, 29x2.35
Rear wheel—Roval Control SL V, Hookless carbon, 29mm inner width, tubeless ready, DT Swiss 370 hub, Sapim D-Light Straight Pull
Inner tubes—Specialized Turbo Tube 48MM Presta valve, 29x1.75/2.4
Handlebar—Specialized Alloy Minirise, 10mm rise, 750mm, 35mm clamp
RimsGiant XCR WheelSystem—
Hubs[F] Giant MTB alloy, 6-bolt, [R] Giant MTB alloy, 6-bolt—
SpokesCarbon—
TyresMaxxis Rekon Race 29x2.4, foldable, 120tpi, EXO, tubeless—
Product ID—274033
Extrastubeless prepared, 2.4" max tire size, 34t max chainring size, MRP 1x CS chain guide—
WeightThe most accurate way to determine any bike’s weight is to have your local dealer weigh it for you. Many brands strive to list the lowest possible weight, but in reality weight can vary based on size, finish, hardware and accessories. All our bikes are designed for best-in-class weight and ride quality.10.95 kg (24 lb, 2.2 oz)
Size used for weighing—MD

Geometry

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GeometryGiant Anthem X Advanced SL 1Specialized Epic 9 Expert