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Giant Defy Advanced 2

Giant

Defy Advanced 2

2027

$3,300.00

Trek Madone SL 5 Gen 8

Trek

Madone SL 5 Gen 8

2027

$2,999.99

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Overview

CategoryRoadRoad
Model year20272027
Wheel size700c (XS, S, M, ML, L, XL)700c (XS, S, M, ML, L, XL)

Components

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SizesXS, S, M, M/L, L, XL—
ColoursPearl White, Tidal Green—
FrameAdvanced-grade composite, 12x142mm thru-axle, disc—
ForkAdvanced-grade composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, 12x100mm thru-axle, disc—
HandlebarGiant Contact SL D-Fuse XS:404/380mm, S:404/380mm, M:424/400mm, M/L:424/400mm, L:444/420mm, XL:444/420mm—
GripsStratus Lite 3.0—
StemGiant Contact AeroLight XS:80mm, S:90mm, M:100mm, M/L:100mm, L:110mm, XL:110mm—
SeatpostGiant D-Fuse, composite, 14mm offset—
SaddleGiant Approach—
ShiftersShimano 105—
Front derailleurShimano 105—
Rear derailleurShimano 105—
BrakesShimano 105 Di2 hydraulic, Shimano SM-RT64 rotors [F]160mm, [R]160mm—
Brake leversShimano 105—
Handlebar widthXS: 410 mm S: 410 mm M: 430 mm ML: 430 mm L: 450 mm XL: 450 mm—
CassetteShimano 105, 11x36—
Stem lengthXS: 80 mm S: 90 mm M: 100 mm ML: 100 mm L: 110 mm XL: 110 mm—
Fork—Madone Gen 8 full carbon
ChainKMC X12L-1—
Crank lengthXS: 165 mm S: 165 mm M: 170 mm ML: 170 mm L: 172.5 mm XL: 172.5 mm—
Frame—500 Series OCLV Carbon
CranksetShimano 105, 34/50 XS:165mm, S:165mm, M:170mm, M/L:170mm, L:172.5mm, XL:172.5mm—
Bottom bracketShimano, press fit—
RimsGiant P-R1 Disc wheelset, alloy, [F]25mm, [R]25mm—
Wheels—Bontrager Paradigm 23, alloy
HubsGiant alloy, 12mm thru-axle—
SpokesSapim—
TyresGiant Gavia Fondo 1, tubeless, 700x32c (33.5mm), folding—
Weight—ML - 8.64 kg / 19.05 lbs
ExtrasTubeless Prepared—
Drivetrain—Shimano 105, 2x12
Maximum tyre clearance40mm—
Tyres—Bontrager Aeolus Pro, 700x28 mm
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.—
Handlebar—Bontrager Comp, alloy
Bottom bracket—Praxis, T47 threaded, internal bearing
Cassette—Shimano 105 7101, 11-34, 12 speed
Chain—Shimano SLX M7100, 12 speed
Crank—Shimano 105 R7100, 50/34
Fork—Madone Gen 8 full carbon, tapered carbon steerer, internal brake routing, flat mount disc, 12x100mm chamfered thru axle
Frame—500 Series OCLV Carbon, Full System Foil tube shaping, IsoFlow seat tube, RCS Headset System, electronic or mechanical routing, removable aero chainkeeper, T47 BB, flat mount disc, UDH, 142x12mm thru axle
Front derailleur—Shimano 105 R7100, braze-on, down swing
Front hub—Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, centerlock disc, 100x12mm thru axle
Handlebar—Bontrager Comp, alloy, 31.8mm
Rear derailleur—Shimano 105 R7100, 36T max cog
Rear hub—Bontrager alloy, sealed bearing, centerlock disc, Shimano 11-speed freehub, 142x12mm thru axle
Rims—Bontrager Paradigm 23, Tubeless Ready, 24-hole, 23mm width, Presta valve
Saddle—Bontrager Aeolus Elite, austenite rails
Seatpost—Madone aero carbon seatpost, 0mm offset, short length
Shifters—Shimano 105 R7120, 12 speed
Stem—Trek RCS Pro, -7 degree
Tyres—Bontrager Aeolus Pro, Tubeless Ready, aramid bead, 120tpi, 700x28mm
Weight—ML – 8.64 kg/19.05 lb (with tubes)
Weight limit—This bike has a maximum total weight limit (combined weight of bicycle, rider and cargo) of 125 kg (275 lb).
Max chainring—1x: 54T, 2x: 56/43
Rotor size—Max brake rotor sizes: 180 mm front, 160 mm rear
Max tyre size—32mm (as measured, see manual for details)

Geometry

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GeometryGiant Defy Advanced 2Trek Madone SL 5 Gen 8