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Overview | |||
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 | |
| Wheel size | 700c (XS, S, M, ML, L, XL) | — | |
Components | |||
Select a size for each bike to compare size-specific components. | |||
| Sizes | XS, S, M, M/L, L, XL | — | |
| Frame | Advanced-grade composite, 12x142mm thru-axle, disc | Specialized E5 Premium Aluminum, flat mount disc, fully manipulated tubing w/ SmoothWelds, internal cable routing, threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle | |
| Crank length | XS: 165 mm S: 165 mm M: 170 mm ML: 170 mm L: 172.5 mm XL: 172.5 mm | 44: 165mm 49: 165mm 52: 170mm 54: 172.5mm 56: 172.5mm 58: 175mm 61: 175mm | |
| Colours | Storm Cloud | — | |
| Handlebar width | XS: 410 mm S: 410 mm M: 430 mm ML: 430 mm L: 450 mm XL: 450 mm | 44: 360mm 49: 380mm 52: 400mm 54: 420mm 56: 420mm 58: 440mm 61: 440mm | |
| Front brake | — | Shimano 105, Hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor | |
| Stem length | XS: 80 mm S: 90 mm M: 100 mm ML: 100 mm L: 110 mm XL: 110 mm | 44: 70mm 49: 80mm 52: 90mm 54: 100mm 56: 100mm 58: 110mm 61: 110mm | |
| Rear brake | — | Shimano 105, Hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor | |
| Fork | Advanced-grade composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, 12x100mm thru-axle, disc | — | |
| Shift levers | — | Shimano 105 R7120, 12 speed Mechanical | |
| Saddle width | — | 44: 155mm 49: 155mm 52: 155mm 54: 143mm 56: 143mm 58: 143mm 61: 143mm | |
| Handlebar | Giant Contact SL D-Fuse XS:404/380mm, S:404/380mm, M:424/400mm, M/L:424/400mm, L:444/420mm, XL:444/420mm | — | |
| Front derailleur | Shimano CUES U6030 | Shimano 105, Braze-on | |
| Seatpost length | — | 44: 300mm 49: 300mm 52: 350mm 54: 350mm 56: 350mm 58: 350mm 61: 350mm | |
| Grips | Stratus Lite 3.0 | — | |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano CUES U6030 | Shimnao 105 R7100, 12-Speed Mechanical | |
| Stem | Giant Contact AeroLight XS:80mm, S:90mm, M:100mm, M/L:100mm, L:110mm, XL:110mm | 3D-forged alloy, 31.8mm, 7-degree rise | |
| Cassette | Shimano CS-LG400, 10-speed, 11x39 | Shimano 105, 12-speed, 11-34t | |
| Seatpost | Giant D-Fuse, composite, 14mm offset | Alloy, 2-bolt Clamp, 12mm offset, 27.2mm, anti-corrosion hardware | |
| Chain | KMC X11 | Shimano SLX CN-M7100, 12-speed | |
| Saddle | Giant Approach | Body Geometry Bridge Saddle, steel rails | |
| Crankset | Shimano FC-U6030-2, 34/50 XS:165mm, S:165mm, M:170mm, M/L:170mm, L:172.5mm, XL:172.5mm | Shimano 105, 12-speed Hollowtech 2, 50/34t | |
| Shifters | Shimano CUES U6030 | — | |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano, press fit | Shimano Threaded BSA BB | |
| Front tyre | — | Turbo Pro, 700x30 | |
| Front wheel | — | DT R470 Disc | |
| Brakes | Shimano BR-RS405 hydraulic, Giant MPH rotors [F]160mm, [R]160mm | — | |
| Rear tyre | — | Turbo Pro, 700x30 | |
| Brake levers | Shimano CUES U6030 | — | |
| Rear wheel | — | DT R470 Disc | |
| Inner tubes | — | Presta, 700x28-32mm | |
| Handlebar | — | Specialized Shallow Drop, 6061, 70x125mm, 31.8mm clamp | |
| Bar tape | — | Supacaz Suave | |
| Rims | Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset, alloy, [F]25mm, [R]25mm | — | |
| Hubs | Giant alloy, 12mm thru-axle | — | |
| Spokes | Sapim | — | |
| Seatpost clamp | — | Bolt-type, Rack Compatable 31.8mm | |
| Tyres | Giant Gavia Fondo 1, tubeless, 700x32c (33.5mm), folding | — | |
| Product ID | — | 221810 | |
| Extras | tubeless prepared | — | |
| Weight | The 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. | 9.09 kg (20 lb, 0.6 oz) | |
| Maximum tyre clearance | 40mm | — | |
| Size used for weighing | — | 56 | |
Geometry
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| Geometry | Giant Defy Advanced 4 | Specialized Allez Comp - Shimano 105 |
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