Expand your idea of road riding and unlock new possibilities with this versatile all-rounder. With its balanced, smooth riding frame and components, powerful disc brakes and high-volume tubeless tyres, Contend AR goes from fast pavement to bumpy backroads with confidence and control.
Designed and developed for aspiring riders looking to elevate their road riding capabilities, Contend AR combines a smooth, responsive ride quality with an ability to handle adventurous new routes. Its disc-brake integration and generous tyre clearance (up to 38mm) put you in control, even on rough roads. Its D-Fuse composite seatpost dampens road vibrations, giving you a smoother, more enjoyable ride experience and minimizing fatigue. This is a true all-rounder for those road riders who have a thirst for adventure.
Frame: ALUXX-Grade Aluminium, disc. Compatible with fenders
Fork: Advanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, disc
Handlebar: Giant Connect
Stem: Giant Sport
Seatpost: Giant D-Fuse, alloy
Saddle: Giant Approach
Pedals: N/A
Shifters: Shimano Claris
Front Derailleur: Shimano Claris
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Claris
Brakes: Tektro MD-C550
Brake Levers: Shimano Claris
Cassette: Shimano CS-HG50, 11x34
Chain: KMC Z72
Crankset: FSA Tempo, 34/50
Bottom Bracket: cartridge
Rims: Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset
Hubs: Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset
Spokes: Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset
Tyres: Giant S-R3 AC, 700x32c (max tyre width possible: 40mm)
Extras: tubeless prepared