ANTHEM ADVANCED 29 2

OVERVIEW

EQUIPMENT & OPTIONS

GALLERY

TECH SPECS

Carbon 29er XC Race Bike — Ultra‑Efficient Speed and Control

Built for modern XC racing, Anthem Advanced 29 2 combines a full composite frameset with FlexPoint Pro rear suspension to deliver speed, efficiency, and control on steep climbs and technical descents. Modern geometry, 29-inch wheels, and a race-ready cockpit keep you stable at high speed while maximizing power transfer on every pedal stroke.

Size Options:

S, M, L, XL

Frame:

Advanced Composite

Groupset:

Shimano Deore XT 1x12

Wheels:

Giant XCR 2 29” Carbon WheelSystem

DISCOVER

ULTRA‑EFFICIENT

The Advanced composite frameset is 241g lighter than the previous generation and features a stiffer bottom bracket area for faster acceleration. A steeper seat tube angle positions the rider optimally over the pedals, improving climbing efficiency and turning every watt of input into forward momentum.

SUPERIOR CONTROL

FlexPoint Pro rear suspension delivers 100mm of active, controlled travel, paired with a 110mm Fox 34 Float SC fork to handle modern technical XC descents. The 67.5° head tube angle, balanced suspension, and precise chassis stiffness work together to maintain traction and confidence on rough, narrow singletrack.

29ER STABILITY AND SPEED

Geometry and suspension are optimized around fast and stable 29-inch wheels. A longer reach, 35mm handlebar interface, and alloy stem contribute to a more centered riding position, enhancing balance, stability, and control at race pace across varied XC terrain.

Equipment

SizeS, M, L
ColorGolden Haze / Chrome
FrameAdvanced composite front and rear triangles, 100mm FlexPoint Pro suspension, 12×148mm thru-axle
ForkFox 34 Float SC Performance Remote, 110mm, FIT4 damper, Boost 15×110 Kabolt, 44mm offset, remote lockout
ShockFox Float SL Performance Elite, three-position remote, 165×45
HandlebarsGiant Contact XC Flat, 760×35mm
Handle gripGiant XC Pro — S: 32mm, M: 32mm, L: 34mm diameter
StemGiant Contact SL XC, 35mm — S: 60mm, M: 70mm, L: 70mm
SeatpostGiant Contact Switch Adjustable Dropper, remote — S: 110–140mm travel / 30.9×395mm, M: 110–140mm travel / 30.9×395mm
SaddleFi’zi:k Antares R7 with S-alloy rails
PedalsPlatform [GC, GT]
Shift GripShimano Deore XT SL-M8100, 1×12
Front transmissionN/A
Rear transmissionShimano Deore XT RD-M8100
Brake systemShimano SLX BR-M7100, hydraulic, Shimano RT-56 rotors — 180mm [F] / 160mm [R]
Brake gripShimano Deore BL-M7100
FlywheelShimano SLX M7100, 12-speed, 10–51T
ChainKMC X-12
Large chainringShimano SLX, 32T, 55mm chainline — S: 170mm, M: 175mm, L: 175mm
Bottom BracketShimano, Press Fit
RimsGiant XCR 2 29 Carbon WheelSystem
Hub[F] Giant MTB Alloy, 6-bolt / [R] Giant MTB Alloy, 3-pawl driver, 6-bolt
SpokesSapim
TireMaxxis Aspen 29×2.4, foldable, 120 tpi, TLR, EXO, tubeless
OtherTubeless prepared, 2.4" max tire size, 34T max chainring size, Giant/MRP CS chain guide
WeightFor the most accurate weight, please consult your authorized Giant store. Actual weight varies by frame size and components.

Frame geometry

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Measurement S M L XL
A Length of the seat (upright) tube (mm) 390420465495
A1 Seat post insertion depth (mm) 185225260290
B Seat tube angle 75.5°75.5°75.5°75.5°
C Top tube length (mm) 572604626653
D Head tube length (mm) 9095105115
E Head tube angle 67.5°67.5°67.5°67.5°
F Fork (mm) 44444444
G Trail (mm) 109109109109
H Front and rear track (mm) 1127115911831212
I Rear fork length (mm) 435435435435
J Bottom drop height (mm) 42424242
K Head bowl to bracket height (mm) 589593603612
L Head bowl to bracket length (mm) 420450470495
M Upper tube to ground height (mm) 745750777800
N Handle width (mm) 760760760760
O Stem length (mm) 60707070
P Crank length (mm) 170175175175
Q Wheelset size 29″29″29″29″