2021 GIANT XTC ADVANCED SL 29 1 MOUNTAIN BIKE
When the terrain is fast and the climbs are steep, this is the race bike of choice for Giant XC pros like MTB Marathon World Champion Leo Páez. The XtC Advanced SL 29 boasts World Cup pedigree and a progressive frame design that achieves the lofty goal of being the lightest off-road machine ever built by Giant. The chassis is handcrafted with pro-level Advanced SL composite, featuring geometry that’s optimized for its balanced, stable and fast-rolling 29-inch wheels. Every frame is custom assembled with a specific composite layup schedule that varies according to frame size. The result? Supercharged climbing efficiency, smooth compliance through roots, rocks and ruts, and uncompromising performance to match your XC obsession.

KEY PERFORMANCE :
Superlight and responsive
Pro-level Advanced SL composite frame is the lightest off-road frame Giant has ever produced, offering serious XC racers a competitive advantage for climbing, accelerating and sprinting.

Ultra-efficient
The frame is engineered with the highest stiffness-to-weight-ratio of any hardtail mountain bike in its class, which translates to ultra-efficient pedaling power and precise handling on the trail.

Custom compliance
Each frame is custom-tuned based on its size. Individual composite lay-up schedules are created to optimize vertical compliance to produce a smoother ride quality on XC terrain.

SPECIFICATION :
Frame
Advanced SL-Grade Composite
Fork
RockShox SID SL Select, 100mm, Charger 2 RL damper, 44mm offset, 15x110 Maxle Stealth, remote lockout
Shock
N/A
Handlebar
Giant Contact SL XC Flat, 750x31.8
Stem
Giant Contact SL
Seatpost
Giant Contact Switch, 100mm, 30.9, Shimano remote
Saddle
Giant Contact SL (neutral)
Pedals
Platform
Shifters
Shimano Deore XT
Front Derailleur
N/A
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT
Brakes
Shimano Deore XT
Brake Levers
Shimano Deore XT
Cassette
Shimano Deore XT, 10x51
Chain
KMC X-12
Crankset
Shimano Deore XT, 34t
Bottom Bracket
Shimano, press fit
Rims
Giant XCR-1 29 WheelSystem
Hubs
Giant XCR-1 29 WheelSystem
Spokes
Giant XCR-1 29 WheelSystem
Tires
Maxxis Aspen 29x2.25, foldable, TLR, EXO, tubeless
Extras
Tubeless prepared