Giant 27.5 Ride without limits.

Talon 27.5 Early Launch 2014

RIDE WITHOUT LIMITS.

The off-road world now has three wheel sizes from which to choose. Through extensive research and ride testing, Giant has thoroughly analyzed how each size performs under different riding styles and in varying conditions. Our findings show that mountain bikes with 27.5-inch wheels deliver superior performance without the compromises of 26 or 29-inch-wheel bikes. So to create the best off-road riding experience, Giant has committed to this superior technology.

GIANT 27.5
WHY 27.5?

There is a common misconception that the performance of 27.5 technology sits squarely in the middle between 26 and 29. But as our data reveals, 27.5 actually displays some of the best characteristics of 26 and 29and it never measures out exactly in the middle. When it comes to weight, 27.5 performs more like 26its light and agile. And for efficiency and control, it outperforms 29. One look at the numbers and its easy to understand why Giant has committed so fully to 27.5, starting with sport hardtails. Heres a more-detailed explanation as to why:

27.5 TECHNOLOGY: THREE REASONS TO BELIEVE

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Lighter Weight  27.5-inch wheels are only 5 percent heavier than 26-inch. By comparison, 29-inch wheels are 12 percent heavier than 26-inch. Overall weights of 27.5 bikes also trend closer to 26 than heavier 29 versions of the same series. More Efficient 27.5 wheels accelerate much like 26, outperforming the more sluggish feel of 29-inch wheels.  27.5 wheels roll over obstacles with much more control than 26. That translates into more efficient cornering, acceleration and braking capabilities. Better Control  The larger the diameter of a wheel, the greater the contact patch of the tire. A larger contact patch results in better tractionwhich improves acceleration, deceleration and cornering. 27.5 wheels provide a contact patch that is similar to 29-inch wheels.  The larger the wheel, the larger the frame dimensions must beand that leads to unwanted flex. A flexing frame causes sloppy handling and slower acceleration under heavy power. A 27.5 frame flexes less than a 29 frame, resulting in better control.

THREE REASONS DEFINED

Weight
Every rider experiences two types of weight affecting their ride: overall bike weight and rotational wheel weight. Heres a closer look at these two forces and how different wheel sizes alter the dynamics of your ride: Overall Bike Weight Compare the weights of identically equipped bikes with different wheel sizes and youll see substantial weight differences. As expected, the 26-inch-wheel bike is somewhat lighter than the 27.5, and substantially lighter than the 29 (up to two pounds of overall bike weight savings from 29 to 27.5). Every gram saved helps you ride faster. Wheel/Tire Weight The overall weight of a 27.5 wheelset (wheel, tire and inner tube) is only 5% greater than that of an identically built 26-inch wheelset. Compare this to the 12% increase of a 29-inch wheelset and you can see how a seemingly small increase in diameter results in substantial weight gainand poorer performance when climbing or accelerating.

Weight comparison
Static wheel weight Lighter wheels/tires result in quicker acceleration and lighter overall bike weight--a win-win combination. Comparative Static Wheel/Tire Weight (more is worse)
0% 1% 2% 3% 4% 5% 6% 7% 8% 9% 10% 11% 12%

26

27.5

29

x grams

x + 5%

x + 12%

Efficiency
Rollover Increased wheel diameter decreases the angle of attack (the angle in which a round object intersects a square object). This is a good thing. A 29-inch wheel rolls over a 6-centimeter square-edge obstacle 14% more efficiently than a 26-inch wheel does. In comparison, a 27.5-inch wheel rolls over the same obstacle 9.8% more efficiently than a 26-inch wheel does. Another way to analyze angle of attack is the degree of impactwhere 26-inch equals X degree, 27.5 equals X-4 degrees and 29 equals X-6 degrees. Again, a shallower angle is betterso 29-inch takes the win, with 27.5 exhibiting nearly the same performance but without the weight penalty.
Comparative Angle of Attack SAVINGS (more is better)
0 1 2 3 4 5 6

26
xo

27.5

29

xo - 4o

xo - 6o

Acceleration Arguably the most important benefit of 27.5 over 29 is quicker acceleration. This is the snap that a rider feels when they push hard on the pedals. It is affected not just by overall static weight but also where the weight is distributed throughout the wheel. The farther the weight is from the center of the hub, the slower the acceleration. So a similarly constructed 1000-gram 29-inch wheel is slower to accelerate than a 1000-gram 26-inch wheelbecause the larger diameter rim and longer spokes place weight farther from the hub. The key to snappy acceleration is minimizing the weight of the outermost components (rim, nipples, spokes, tire, tube). As you can see, a 27.5-inch wheel is only 1.5% slower to accelerate than a similarly constructed 26-inch wheel, but a 29-inch wheel is 3.6% slower than a similarly constructed 26-inch wheel.
Comparative Acceleration Rates (more is worse)
0% .5% 1.0& 1.5% 2.0% 2.5% 3.0% 4.0%

26
x

27.5
x + 1 . 5%

29
x + 3. 6%

Control
Traction The larger the diameter of a wheel, the greater the contact patch of the tire. A larger contact patch results in better traction, which leads to improved acceleration, deceleration and cornering. As you can see below, a 27.5-inch wheel has a similar contact patch to the 29. Comparative Contact Patch (more is better)
5cm 6cm 7cm 8cm 9cm 10cm

26

27.5

29

6cm

8cm

9 cm

Frame Stiffness Lateral (side-to-side) frame stiffness can be affected by wheel size. To accommodate larger wheels, frame dimensions must be elongated. Therefore, a size medium 29-inch wheel frame has more lateral flex (bottom bracket and headtube) than a size medium 27.5- or 26-inch wheel frameset. Additional flex compromises handling under heavy pedaling or sharp cornering. Comparative AVERAGE Bottom Bracket and Headtube Flex Percentages (more is worse)
0% .5% 1.0% 1.5% 2.0% 2.5% 3.0% 3.5% 4.0% 4.5% 5.0% 5.5% 6.0%

26
Y%

27.5
Y + 2%

29
Y + 6%

x%

x + 2%

x + 5%

Frame Geometry The larger the wheel, the more difficult it is to optimize geometry, especially on smaller frames. As the frame size decreases, headtube heights become higher (in relation to saddle height). On 26 or 27.5-inch frames, its less of a problem, but geometry limitations can affect smaller 29-inch-wheel frames.

TALON 27.5 1
CARVE THROUGH CORNERS AND FLY UP THE CLIMBS WITH THE QUICK AND AGILE TALON 27.5

Specifications
frame
SIZES COLORS FRAME FORK SHOCK S, M, L, XL Red/Black, Matte Black/Gloss Blue ALUXX-grade aluminum RockShox XC 30 Gold, w/TurnKey lockout, 100mm travel N/A

Frame design
The super-responsive ALUXX aluminum frame features classic hardtail design updated with Giants innovative new 27.5-inch wheel technology. Designed to make the most of this lightweight yet stable wheel size, and engineered to work with a 100-millimeter suspension fork, its the perfect choice for sport and recreational riders that want the perfect blend of quickness, lightweight and control on the trail.

components
HANDLEBAR STEM SEATPOST SADDLE PEDALS Giant Connect XC, low rise, 31.8mm Giant Connect Giant Connect, 30.9mm Giant Contact, Upright Alloy MTB w/toe strap

Key Upgrades (over Talon 27.5 4):

--RockShox XC 30 Gold with TurnKey lockout suspension fork --Shimano XT/Deore 3x10-speed drivetrain with FSA MegaExo crankset --Shimano M395 hydraulic disc brakes --Giant S-XC2 27.5 double wall rim, Giant Tracker hub, stainless steel spoke wheelset

drivetrain
SHIFTERS FRONT DERAILLEUR REAR DERAILLEUR BRAKES BRAKE LEVERS CASSETTE CHAIN CRANKSET BOTTOM BRACKET Shimano Deore, Rapid Fire Shimano Deore Shimano Deore XT, Shadow Shimano M395, hydraulic disc, 160mm Shimano M395 Shimano HG62 11x36, 10-speed KMC X10 FSA MegaExo, 24/32/42 FSA MegaExo

frame geometry
Size Inches S/16 M/18 Part Number Head Angle Degrees 40040124 70.0 40040125 70.0 40040126 70.0 40040127 70.0 Seat Angle* Degrees 73.5 73.0 73.0 72.5 Toptube** Inches 22.4 23.4 24.2 25.2 Headtube Inches 4.1 4.5 5.1 5.7 Chainstay Wheelbase Standover Height*** Inches 17.3 17.3 17.3 17.3 Inches 42.2 43.0 43.8 44.6 Inches 28.8 29.2 30.1 32.1

wheels
RIMS HUBS SPOKES TIRES Giant S-XC2, double wall Giant Sport Tracker Off Road, 32h Stainless Steel, 14g Schwalbe Rapid Rob, 27.5x2.25

L/20 XL/22

*Seat angle is actual **Toptube is measured from the center of the headtube horizontally back to the top of the effective extension of the seattube ***Standover height is based on the largest size tire that will fit the bike, not necessarily the included size tire

other
EXTRAS
Specifications and availability subject to change without notice.

TALON 27.5 4
CARVE THROUGH CORNERS AND FLY UP THE CLIMBS WITH THE QUICK AND AGILE TALON 27.5

Specifications
frame
SIZES COLORS FRAME FORK SHOCK S, M, L, XL Satin Black/Red ALUXX-Grade Aluminum SR Suntour XCT MLO, w/Preload Adjuster and Lockout, 100mm Travel N/A

Frame design
The super-responsive ALUXX aluminum frame features classic hardtail design updated with Giants innovative new 27.5-inch wheel technology. Designed to make the most of this lightweight yet stable wheel size, and engineered to work with a 100-millimeter suspension fork, its the perfect choice for sport and recreational riders that want the perfect blend of quickness, lightweight and control on the trail.

components
HANDLEBAR STEM SEATPOST SADDLE PEDALS Giant Sport, low rise, 31.8mm Giant Sport Giant Sport, 30.9mm Giant Connect, Upright Alloy Platform

Key Upgrades (over Talon 27.5 5):

-- SR Suntour XTC MLO with pre-load adjust and lockout suspension fork -- Shimano 3x9-speed drivetrain with FSA Dynadrive crankset -- Tektro HDC-300 hydraulic disc brakes

drivetrain
SHIFTERS FRONT DERAILLEUR REAR DERAILLEUR BRAKES BRAKE LEVERS CASSETTE CHAIN CRANKSET BOTTOM BRACKET Shimano Acera, Rapid Fire Shimano Alivio Shimano Alivio Tektro HDC300, hydraulic disc, 160mm Tektro HDC300 Shimano HG20 11x34, 9-speed KMC X9 FSA Dynadrive, 22/32/44 FSA sealed

frame geometry
Size Inches S/16 M/18 Part Number Head Angle Degrees 40040614 70.0 40040615 70.0 40040616 70.0 40040617 70.0 Seat Angle* Degrees 73.5 73.0 73.0 72.5 Toptube** Inches 22.4 23.4 24.2 25.2 Headtube Inches 4.1 4.5 5.1 5.7 Chainstay Wheelbase Standover Height*** Inches 17.3 17.3 17.3 17.3 Inches 42.2 43.0 43.8 44.6 Inches 28.8 29.2 30.1 32.1

wheels
RIMS HUBS SPOKES TIRES Giant Alloy, double wall Giant Tracker Sport, 32h Stainless Steel, 14g Giant Sport, 27.5x2.1

L/20 XL/22

other
EXTRAS
Specifications and availability subject to change without notice.

*Seat angle is actual **Toptube is measured from the center of the headtube horizontally back to the top of the effective extension of the seattube ***Standover height is based on the largest size tire that will fit the bike, not necessarily the included size tire

TALON 27.5 5
CARVE THROUGH CORNERS AND FLY UP THE CLIMBS WITH THE QUICK AND AGILE TALON 27.5

Specifications
frame
SIZES COLORS FRAME FORK SHOCK S, M, L, XL White/Blue, Matte Black/ Gloss Green ALUXX-Grade Aluminum SR Suntour XCT MLO, w/Preload Adjuster and Lockout, 100mm Travel N/A

Frame design
The super-responsive ALUXX aluminum frame features classic hardtail design updated with Giants innovative new 27.5-inch wheel technology. Designed to make the most of this lightweight yet stable wheel size, and engineered to work with a 100-millimeter suspension fork, its the perfect choice for sport and recreational riders that want the perfect blend of quickness, lightweight and control on the trail.

components
HANDLEBAR STEM SEATPOST SADDLE PEDALS Giant Sport, low rise, 25.4mm Giant Sport Giant Sport, 30.9mm Giant Connect, Upright Alloy Platform

features
-- SR Suntour XTC with pre-load adjust and lockout suspension fork -- 3x8-speed drivetrain with Tektro Novela mechanical disc brakes --Light and durable double-wall alloy rims

drivetrain
SHIFTERS FRONT DERAILLEUR REAR DERAILLEUR BRAKES BRAKE LEVERS CASSETTE CHAIN CRANKSET BOTTOM BRACKET SRAM X4, Trigger Shift Shimano Altus SRAM X5 Tektro Novela, mechanical disc, 160mm Tektro Shimano HG31 11x34, 8-speed KMC Z8 SR Suntour NEX, 24/34/42 SR Suntour sealed

frame geometry
Size Inches S/16 M/18 Part Number White/ Blue Part Number Matte Black/ Gloss Green Head Angle Seat Angle* Toptube** Headtube Chainstay Wheelbase Standover Height*** Inches 4.1 4.5 5.1 5.7 Inches 17.3 17.3 17.3 17.3 Inches 42.2 43.0 43.8 44.6 Inches 28.8 29.2 30.1 32.1 Degrees Degrees Inches 70.0 70.0 70.0 70.0 73.5 73.0 73.0 72.5 22.4 23.4 24.2 25.2

43140814 43140824 43140815 43140825 43140816 43140826 43140817 43140827

wheels
RIMS HUBS SPOKES TIRES Giant Alloy, double wall Alloy, 32h Stainless steel, 14g Giant Sport, 27.5x2.1

L/20 XL/22

other
EXTRAS
Specifications and availability subject to change without notice.

*Seat angle is actual **Toptube is measured from the center of the headtube horizontally back to the top of the effective extension of the seattube ***Standover height is based on the largest size tire that will fit the bike, not necessarily the included size tire

Liv/giant 27.5
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Tempt Early Launch 2014

TEMPT 0
SMOOTH OUT THE TRAIL. A LIGHT, STABLE 27.5-INCH WHEEL DESIGN MAKES THIS XC BIKE YOUR ALLY FOR OFF-ROAD ADVENTURE.

SPECIFICATIONS
FRAME
SIZES COLORS FRAME FORK SHOCK XS, S, M Gloss Metallic Black/Bright Yellow ALUXX-grade aluminum Fox 32 Float CTD Evolution, 100mm travel N/A

FRAME DESIGN
With an agile aluminum frame featuring geometry designed specifically for women, plus a suspension fork and powerful disc brakes, Tempt can take you from your first dirt foray to more advanced singletrack adventures. The all-new 27.5-inch frame design, featuring plenty of confidence-inspiring stand-over height, gives you just what you need to go farther and faster.

COMPONENTS
HANDLEBAR STEM SEATPOST SADDLE PEDALS Connect XC, low rise, 31.8mm Giant Connect Giant Connect, 30.9mm Liv/giant Contact, Upright Alloy MTB w/toe strap

KEY UPGRADES (OVER TEMPT 2):

--Fox 32 Float CTD Evolution suspension fork --Shimano XT/SLX 3x10-speed drivetrain with Shimano hydraulic disc brakes --Giant S-XC2 27.5 double wall rim, Giant Tracker hub, stainless steel spoke wheelset --Giant Connect handlebar, stem and seatpost

DRIVETRAIN
SHIFTERS FRONT DERAILLEUR REAR DERAILLEUR BRAKES BRAKE LEVERS CASSETTE CHAIN CRANKSET BOTTOM BRACKET Shimano SLX, Rapid Fire Shimano SLX Shimano Deore XT Shimano M446, hydraulic disc, 160mm Shimano M505 Shimano HG62 11x36, 10-speed KMC X10 Shimano M552, 22/32/42 Shimano Hollowtech II

FRAME GEOMETRY
SIZE PART NUMBER HEAD ANGLE SEAT ANGLE* TOPTUBE** HEADTUBE CHAINSTAY WHEELBASE STANDOVER HEIGHT***

Inches XS/14

Degrees 40042023 69.5 40042024 70.0 40042025 70.0

Degrees 74.0 73.5 73.0

Inches 21.7 22.4 23.2

Inches 3.9 4.7 5.3

Inches 17.3 17.3 17.3

Inches 42.0 42.4 43.0

Inches 23.8 26.2 27.3

WHEELS
RIMS HUBS SPOKES TIRES Giant S-XC2, double wall Giant Sport Tracker, 32h Stainless Steel, 14g Schwalbe Rapid Rob, 27.5x2.25

S/16 M/18

OTHER
EXTRAS
Specifications and availability subject to change without notice.

*Seat angle is actual **Toptube is measured from the center of the headtube horizontally back to the top of the effective extension of the seattube ***Standover height is based on the largest size tire that will fit the bike, not necessarily the included size tire

TEMPT 2
SMOOTH OUT THE TRAIL. A LIGHT, STABLE 27.5-INCH WHEEL DESIGN MAKES THIS XC BIKE YOUR ALLY FOR OFF-ROAD ADVENTURE.

SPECIFICATIONS
FRAME
SIZES COLORS FRAME FORK SHOCK XS, S, M Charcoal/Cyan Blue ALUXX-grade aluminum RockShox XC30, w/lockout, 100mm travel N/A

FRAME DESIGN
With an agile aluminum frame featuring geometry designed specifically for women, plus a suspension fork and powerful disc brakes, Tempt can take you from your first dirt foray to more advanced singletrack adventures. The all-new 27.5-inch frame design, featuring plenty of confidence-inspiring stand-over height, gives you just what you need to go farther and faster.

COMPONENTS
HANDLEBAR STEM SEATPOST SADDLE PEDALS Giant Sport, low rise, 31.8mm Giant Sport Giant Sport, 30.9mm Liv/giant Contact, Upright Alloy Platform

KEY UPGRADES (OVER TEMPT 5):

--RockShox XC30 with lockout suspension fork --Shimano SLX/Deore 3x10-speed shifting with Shimano hydraulic disc brakes --Schwalbe Rapid Rob 27.5x2.25 tires

DRIVETRAIN
SHIFTERS FRONT DERAILLEUR REAR DERAILLEUR BRAKES BRAKE LEVERS CASSETTE CHAIN CRANKSET BOTTOM BRACKET Shimano Deore, Rapid Fire Shimano Deore Shimano SLX Shimano M395, hydraulic disc, 160mm Shimano M395 Shimano HG62 11x36, 10-speed KMC X10 FSA Mega-Exo Two-Piece, 24/32/42 FSA sealed

FRAME GEOMETRY
SIZE PART NUMBER HEAD ANGLE SEAT ANGLE* TOPTUBE** HEADTUBE CHAINSTAY WHEELBASE STANDOVER HEIGHT***

Inches XS/14

Degrees 40040313 69.5 40040314 70.0 40040315 70.0

Degrees 74.0 73.5 73.0

Inches 21.7 22.4 23.2

Inches 3.9 4.7 5.3

Inches 17.3 17.3 17.3

Inches 42.0 42.4 43.0

Inches 23.8 26.2 27.3

WHEELS
RIMS HUBS SPOKES TIRES Giant Alloy, double wall Giant Tracker Sport, 32h Stainless Steel, 14g Schwalbe Rapid Rob, 27.5x2.25

S/16 M/18

OTHER
EXTRAS
Specifications and availability subject to change without notice.

*Seat angle is actual **Toptube is measured from the center of the headtube horizontally back to the top of the effective extension of the seattube ***Standover height is based on the largest size tire that will fit the bike, not necessarily the included size tire

12

TEMPT 5
SMOOTH OUT THE TRAIL. A LIGHT, STABLE 27.5-INCH WHEEL DESIGN MAKES THIS XC BIKE YOUR ALLY FOR OFF-ROAD ADVENTURE.

SPECIFICATIONS
FRAME
SIZES COLORS FRAME FORK SHOCK XS, S, M Gloss Black/Purple ALUXX-Grade Aluminum SR Suntour XCT, w/Lock Out, 100mm Travel N/A

FRAME DESIGN
With an agile aluminum frame featuring geometry designed specifically for women, plus a suspension fork and powerful disc brakes, Tempt can take you from your first dirt foray to more advanced singletrack adventures. The all-new 27.5-inch frame design, featuring plenty of confidence-inspiring stand-over height, gives you just what you need to go farther and faster.

COMPONENTS
HANDLEBAR STEM SEATPOST SADDLE PEDALS Giant Sport, low rise, 25.4mm Giant Sport Giant Sport, 30.9mm Liv/giant Connect, Upright Alloy Platform

FEATURES:
--SR Suntour XCT with lockout suspension fork --Shimano 3x8-speed drivetrain with Tektro disc brakes --Light and durable double-wall alloy rims

DRIVETRAIN
SHIFTERS FRONT DERAILLEUR REAR DERAILLEUR BRAKES BRAKE LEVERS CASSETTE CHAIN CRANKSET BOTTOM BRACKET Shimano Acera, Rapid Fire Shimano Altus Shimano Acera Tektro Novela, mechanical disc, 160mm Tektro HDC300 Shimano HG31 11x34, 8-speed KMC Z8 SR Suntour NEX, 24/34/42 SR Suntour sealed

FRAME GEOMETRY
SIZE PART NUMBER HEAD ANGLE SEAT ANGLE* TOPTUBE** HEADTUBE CHAINSTAY WHEELBASE STANDOVER HEIGHT***

Inches XS/14

Degrees 43140913 69.5 43140914 70.0 43140915 70.0

Degrees 74.0 73.5 73.0

Inches 21.7 22.4 23.2

Inches 3.9 4.7 5.3

Inches 17.3 17.3 17.3

Inches 42.0 42.4 43.0

Inches 23.8 26.2 27.3

WHEELS
RIMS HUBS SPOKES TIRES Giant Alloy, double wall Alloy, 32h Stainless Steel, 14g Giant Sport, 27.5x2.1

S/16 M/18

OTHER
EXTRAS
Specifications and availability subject to change without notice.

*Seat angle is actual **Toptube is measured from the center of the headtube horizontally back to the top of the effective extension of the seattube ***Standover height is based on the largest size tire that will fit the bike, not necessarily the included size tire

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