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Get a feel for the trail with this all-new aluminium hardtail made for aspiring singletrack riders. It features stable, fast-rolling 29-inch or more-playful 27.5-inch wheels so you can push the pace on climbs and let loose on the descents.
Built on a new lightweight ALUXX aluminium frame that features classic hardtail design plus the balanced riding characteristics of either larger diameter 29-inch or 27.5-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 either an 80mm or 100mm suspension fork (depending on frame size). It’s a confident ride that’s perfect for ambitious riders who want to take their off-road skills to the next level.
KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS
Proven alloy performance
ALUXX aluminium frameset is hand-built in-house by the world leader in aluminium engineering.
Balance and stability
Frame geometry is designed to optimise the balance and roll-over capabilities of 29-inch wheels or the liveliness of 27.5-inch wheels (depending on frame size).
XC control
Suspension fork offers either 80mm or 100mm of smooth travel for added XC control.
HIGHLIGHTS
Built on a lightweight ALUXX frameset and modern geometry, the Talon range delivers confident XC performance for aspiring trail riders. Tailored for specific ride characteristics, it’s available in different wheel sizes (29 or 27.5) and either an 80mm or 100mm suspension fork. Here are some of the Talon’s key technologies:
| Sizes | XS (27.5”), S (27.5”), S (29"), M (29”), L (29”), XL (29”) |
|---|---|
| Colours | Concrete & Red Clay |
| Frame | ALUXX grade aluminium |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCT 30 coil, HLO w/lockout, XS-S (27.5") 80mm, S-XL (29") 100mm |
| Shock | N/A |
| Handlebar | Giant Connect, trail rise, 31.8mm |
| Stem | Giant Sport, 7 degree |
| Seatpost | Giant Sport alloy, 30.9mm |
| Saddle | Giant Sport |
| Pedals | MTB caged |
| Shifters | Shimano SL-M315, 16sp |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano SL-M315 |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Acera |
| Brakes | Tektro TKD143 hydraulic disc, Fr:180mm, Rr:160mm |
| Brake Levers | Tektro TKD143 hydraulic |
|---|---|
| Cassette | Shimano HG200, 12-32T, 8sp |
| Chain | KMC Z8 |
| Crankset | Prowheel Forged, 22-36T |
| Bottom Bracket | VP sealed |
| Rims | Giant alloy, double wall |
| Hubs | Alloy disc, 32H |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 14g |
| Tires | Maxxis Ardent Race, 2.2’’ |
The Giant Talon 29 1 Mountain Bike Black 2021 can be purchased online but must be picked up in-store at Melbourne Bicycles, 37 Queens Pde, Clifton Hill, Victoria.