The Trance 29 has 115mm of rear travel with a 130mm fork while the 27.5” version has 140mm of rear travel with and 150mm fork. They aim to satisfy riders looking for a 50/50 split of uphill and downhill performance. The Giant Trance and Liv Intrigue are Giant’s quiver-killer trail bikes. Who it’s for: XC racers, riders looking for efficiency, traction, and comfort over rough and technical terrain. Older generation Anthem models (pre-2018) were also available in a less race-focused 27.5” wheel option with 120mm of travel. The new Maestro linkage on the Anthem and Pique allows for shorter chainstays that improve climbing and overall agility. Both bikes use Giant’s Maestro rear suspension system for efficient pedaling and predictable braking performance. The Pique is also a 29er but has 100mm of travel front and rear and uses a women’s-specific tune for the suspension. The current Anthem is a 29er with 90mm of rear suspension travel and 100mm front.

The Giant Anthem and Liv Pique are full-suspension XC race bikes designed for technical trails and riders who need more comfort and traction on rough terrain. Who it’s for: Riders looking for a fun and budget-friendly trail hardtail. The frame is designed with trail-friendly geometry that includes a slack 66-degree head angle and a 130mm suspension fork. It’s equipped with wide rims and 2.6” tires that absorb bumps and provide more traction. It blends the efficient ride quality of a classic hardtail with the playfulness of 27.5” wheels and tires. With a lightweight aluminum frame and budget-friendly build options, the Giant Fathom will let riders shred singletrack and tackle technical terrain without breaking the bank. Who it’s for: XC racers, riders looking for a lightweight mountain bike that maximizes efficiency. Thanks to a 100mm fork, dropped seat stays, and clever carbon layup, the Giant XTC still provides a bit of compliance through rough roots and rocks. They are optimized for XC riders tackling fast courses who need maximum pedaling and climbing efficiency. In fact, the XTC Advanced carbon frames are Giant’s lightest off-road frame offering. The Giant XTC is a pure cross-country hardtail focused on climbing, acceleration, and speed.

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