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Contend 2

£679 Original price £849

Smooth, fast and fun. This versatile aluminium road bike helps you push the pace, ride more miles, and expand your road riding experience.

Key Performance Factors

Balanced road geometry

Frame is specifically engineered to produce a balanced, all-rounder feel that blends confident rider positioning with agile cornering and acceleration.

Smooth ride quality

Innovative D-Fuse seatpost design reduces road shocks and vibrations, and a Giant WheelSystem lets you run tubeless tyres up to 32c for a smoother ride quality and reduced risk of flats.

Lightweight efficiency

ALUXX aluminium frame delivers efficient climbing and snappy acceleration.

Techs & Features

ALUXX Aluminium Technology
D-Fuse Technology
OverDrive
Compact Road Design

Sizing Guide and Geometry

Sizing to be used as a reference only. Please check with a local authorized dealer to determine the correct size.
Available sizes may vary from country to country.

Selection of a button will change the units measurement displayed throughout the entire sizing guide section.
  • XS
      157 cm5’2”  to 169 cm5’7”
  • S
      165 cm5’5”  to 175 cm5’9”
  • M
      171 cm5’7”  to 181 cm5’11”
  • ML
      177 cm5’10”  to 187 cm6’2”
  • L
      183 cm6’0”  to 193 cm6’4”
  • XL
      189 cm6’2”  to 199 cm6’6”
bike diagram with measurements referenced in table that follows
Selection of a button will change the units measurement displayed throughout the entire sizing guide section.
 XSSMMLLXL
A Seat Tube Length (mm) (inch)43016.946518.350019.753521.155521.958523
B Seat Tube Angle (degrees)74.8°74.0°73.5°73.0°73.0°72.5°
C Top Tube Length (mm) (inch)51520.353020.954521.55602257522.659523.4
D Head Tube Length (mm) (inch)1234.81385.41586.217871987.82188.6
E Head Tube Angle (degrees)71.0°71.8°72.5°72.5°72.5°72.5°
F Fork Rake (mm) (inch)502502502502502502
G Trail (mm) (inch)66.82.661.92.457.12.257.12.257.12.257.12.2
H Wheelbase (mm) (inch)98538.898638.899039100239.4101740103140.6
I Chain Stay Length (mm) (inch)41216.241216.241216.241216.241216.241216.2
J Bottom Bracket Drop (mm) (inch)753753753702.8702.8702.8
K Stack (mm) (inch)52420.654121.356322.257722.759623.561524.2
L Reach (mm) (inch)37214.637514.837814.938415.139315.540115.8
M Stand Over Height (mm) (inch)72028.374629.477430.580331.682132.384433.2
N Handlebar Width (mm) (inch)40015.740015.742016.542016.544017.344017.3
O Stem Length (mm) (inch)803.1903.51003.91003.91104.31104.3
P Crank Length (mm) (inch)1706.71706.7172.56.8172.56.81756.91756.9
Q Wheel Size 700C700C700C700C700C700C
Specs
  • Sizes
    XS, S, M, M/L, L, XL
  • Colours
    Gloss Cobalt/Good Gray
  • Frame
    ALUXX-grade aluminium
  • Fork
    Advanced-grade composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer
  • Shock
    N/A
  • Handlebar
    Giant Connect
  • Grips
    Velo cork tape
  • Stem
    Giant Sport
  • Seatpost
    Giant D-Fuse, alloy, 14mm offset
  • Saddle
    Giant Approach
  • Pedals
    PEDALS NOT SUPPLIED
  • Shifters
    Shimano Claris 2x8
  • Front Derailleur
    Shimano Claris
  • Rear Derailleur
    Shimano Claris
  • Brakes
    Tektro TK-B177
  • Brake Levers
    Shimano Claris
  • Cassette
    Shimano CS-HG50, 11x34
  • Chain
    KMC Z72
  • Crankset
    FSA Tempo, 34/50
  • Bottom Bracket
    cartridge
  • Rims
    Giant S-R3 wheelset, alloy
  • Hubs
    Giant alloy QR
  • Spokes
    Stainless steel
  • Tyres
    Giant S-R3-AC, 700x28c (30mm)
  • Extras
    Fender mount
  • Max Tyre Clearance
    28mm
  • Weight
    The most accurate way to determine any bike’s weight is to have your local dealer weigh it for you. Many brands strive to list the lowest possible weight, but in reality weight can vary based on size, finish, hardware and accessories. All our bikes are designed for best-in-class weight and ride quality.

Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy throughout this website. However, Giant reserves the right to change bike specifications, features, prices and colours without prior notice.

Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy throughout this website. However, Giant reserves the right to change bike specifications, features, prices and colours without prior notice.