Tackle long-distance road rides on all types of roads
Handcrafted with Advanced-grade composite material, the Defy Advanced is engineered with tube shapes that are optimized to absorb road shocks and vibrations. Even with its smooth ride quality, it still delivers a lightweight, stiff and lively feel when you’re climbing, accelerating and cornering. It’s made with a specific carbon layup to give it an efficient, high-performance ride quality that helps you push new limits of endurance. The D-Fuse seatpost and handlebar system also help reduce road vibrations, adding to its smooth, compliant feel on the road. A tubeless Giant WheelSystem and tires boost speed and efficiency with a reduced risk of flats. And for added control, it features integrated disc brakes with flat-mount disc brake tabs and 12mm thru-axles.
Key Performance Factors
Engineered compliance
Advanced Composite frame is specifically engineered for endurance road riding, delivering a smoother ride quality and less fatigue on long rides. The D-Fuse seatpost and handlebar system works seamlessly with the frame to absorb road shocks and vibrations.
Total control
Seamless disc brake integration including flat mounts and 12mm front and rear thru-axles produces more consistent braking power for better control, even in wet weather and rough roads.
Versatility
Endurance road geometry, added tire clearance (up to 35mm) and disc-brake integration allow you to tackle a variety of roads and conditions, from smooth pavement to rugged backroads and mountain passes.
Specifications:
Frame: Advanced-Grade Composite, Disc
Wheel Size: 700c
Shifter: Shimano 105, 2x11
Brakes: Shimano 105 hydraulic, Giant MPH rotors - Front: 160mm, Rear: 140mm
Front Derailleur: Shimano 105
Rear Derailleur: Shimano 105 GS, max 34T
Groupset: Shimano 105 Hydraulic, 2x11
Rear Cassette: Shimano 105, 11-speed, 11x34
Bottom Bracket: Shimano, press fit
Fork: Advanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, disc
Tyres: Giant Gavia Fondo 1, tubeless, 700x32c (effective width 33.5mm), folding
Rims: Giant P-R2 Disc wheelset, 22mm inner rim width
Hubs: Giant P-R2
Chainset: Shimano FC-R510, 34/50
Chain: KMC X11EL-1
Handlebars: Giant Contact SL D-Fuse
Handlebar Tape: Stratus Lite 3.0
Stem: Giant Contact
Saddle: Giant Approach
Seatpost: Giant D-Fuse, composite, 14mm offset
