Get a feel for the trail with this all-new aluminum hardtail made for aspiring singletrack riders. It features stable, fast-rolling 29-inch wheels so you can push the pace on climbs and let loose on the descents.
Built on a new lightweight ALUXX aluminum frame that features classic hardtail design plus the balanced riding characteristics of either larger diameter 29-inch wheels, Talon is a great choice for XC or light trail terrain. The frame geometry is specifically designed to adapt to its respective wheel size and a 100mm suspension fork) It’s a confident ride that’s perfect for ambitious riders who want to take their off-road skills to the next level.
Proven alloy performance
ALUXX aluminum frameset is hand-built in-house by the world leader in aluminum engineering.
Balance and stability
Frame geometry is designed to optimize the balance and roll-over capabilities of 29-inch wheels.
XC control
The suspension fork offers 100mm of smooth travel for added XC control.
Specifications
| Sizes | S,M,L,XL |
|---|---|
| Frame | ALUXX-Grade Aluminum, disc |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCE 29 (100mm travel) |
| Shock | N/A |
| Handlebar | Giant Connect Trail, 31.8 |
| Stem | Giant Sport |
| Seatpost | Giant Sport, 30.9 |
| Saddle | Giant custom |
| Pedals | Platform |
| Shifters | Shimano SL-M315 |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano M315 |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Tourney |
| Brakes | Tektro TKD 172, mechanical |
| Brake Levers | RS360A |
| Cassette | Shimano MF-TZ500, 14x28 |
| Chain | KMC Z7 |
| Crankset | ProWheel forged, 22/36 |
| Bottom Bracket | cartridge |
| Rims | Giant GX03V 29, alloy, double wall, 21mm inner width |
| Hubs | Giant Sport Tracker, 32h |
| Spokes | Stainless |
| Tires | Maxxis Ikon 29x2.2, wire bead |
Geometry
| S (29") | M (27.5") | M (29") | L (29") | XL (29") | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEAT TUBE LENGTH (inch) | 15.4 | 16.9 | 17.3 | 19.3 | 21.1 |
| SEAT TUBE ANGLE | 74.0° | 74.0° | 74.0° | 74.0° | 74.0° |
| TOP TUBE LENGTH (inch) | 22.7 | 23.5 | 23.6 | 24.4 | 25.2 |
| HEAD TUBE LENGTH (inch) | 3.7 | 5.1 | 4.1 | 4.9 | 5.5 |
| HEAD TUBE ANGLE | 68.5° | 67.5° | 68.5° | 68.5° | 68.5° |
| FORK RAKE (inch) | 2 | 1.7 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| TRAIL (inch) | 3.7 | 4.1 | 3.7 | 3.7 | 3.7 |
| WHEELBASE (inch) | 44.3 | 44.8 | 45.3 | 46.1 | 46.9 |
| CHAIN STAY LENGTH (inch) | 17.9 | 17.3 | 17.9 | 17.9 | 17.9 |
| BOTTOM BRACKET DROP (inch) | 2.2 | 1.8 | 2.2 | 2.2 | 2.2 |
| STACK (inch) | 23.7 | 23.5 | 24.1 | 24.8 | 25.4 |
| REACH (inch) | 15.9 | 16.7 | 16.7 | 17.3 | 17.9 |
| STAND OVER HEIGHT (inch) | 28.8 | 29.4 | 30.2 | 31.7 | 33 |
| HANDLEBAR WIDTH (inch) | 30.7 | 30.7 | 30.7 | 30.7 | 30.7 |
| STEM LENGTH (inch) | 2 | 2.4 | 2.4 | 2.8 | 3.1 |
| CRANK LENGTH (inch) | 6.7 | 6.9 | 6.9 | 6.9 | 6.9 |
| WHEEL SIZE | 29" | 27.5" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
