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Giant Contend SL 2 Disc-GUK Road Bike 2023 in Sapphire Blue
Giant Contend SL 2 Disc-GUK Road Bike 2023 in Sapphire Blue
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Giant Contend SL 2 Disc Road Bike 2023 in Sapphire Blue

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1. If the items we have sent you are faulty, damaged or not as we described, we will cover the cost of collection and the delivery of the correct item.

2. If we have delivered the correct bike but upon inspection, you decide the bike is not the one for you, we will charge you £24.99 for collection. If you do not have the original box, we will charge you an additional £15 to provide one.

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Giant Contend SL 2 Disc Road Bike 2023 in Sapphire Blue

Season:2023

Brand:Giant

Code:2230045BLU

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Elevate your road riding experience with confidence and control. this lightweight aluminium all-rounder can handle smooth roads, rough roads and everything in between. With its balanced, smooth riding frame and components, powerful disc brakes and high-volume tubeless tyres, Contend SL 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 SL combines a smooth, responsive ride quality with an ability to handle adventurous new routes. Its disc-brake integration and generous tyre clearance (up to 34mm) put you in control, even on rough roads. Its D-Fuse seatpost dampens road vibrations, giving you a smoother, more enjoyable ride experience and minimising fatigue. This is a true all-rounder for those road riders who have a thirst for adventure.

Key Features & Benefits:

  • 20 Shimano Gears:Proven reliable and suitable for riding on all terrain.
  • Aluminium Frame:Lightweight & stable, with Endurance Geometry for a confident ride.
  • Advanced Grade Carbon Fork:Absorbs vibrations from the road so your arms won't fatigue as quickly.

Full Specification:

  • Frame:ALUXX-Grade Aluminium, Disc
  • Fork:Advanced grade composite, full composite overdrive steerer, Disc
  • Number of Gears:20
  • Gear Shifters:Shimano Tiagra, 2x10-speed
  • Chainset:Shimano Tiagra, 34/50 S:170mm, M:172.5mm, M/L:172.5mm, L:175mm, XL:175mm
  • Chainrings:50/34
  • Rear Cassette:Shimano Tiagra, 11x34
  • Chain:KMCX10-1
  • Front Derailleur:Shimano Tiagra
  • Rear Derailleur:Shimano Tiagra GS
  • Bottom Bracket:Shimano cartridge, press fit
  • Pedals:Not supplied:Shop pedals here
  • Rims:Giant S-R2 Disc Wheelset
  • Front Hub:Giant S-R2 Wheelset 12mm thru-axle
  • Rear Hub:Giant S-R2 Wheelset 12mm thru-axle
  • Front Tyre:Giant S-R3 AC, 700x28c (30mm effective width)
  • Rear Tyre:Giant S-R3 AC, 700x28c (30mm effective width)
  • Brakes:Shimano Tiagra hydraulic, Giant MPH rotors [F]160mm, [R]140mm
  • Handlebars:Giant Connect S:40cm, M:42cm, M/L:42cm, L:44cm, XL:44cm
  • Handlebar Tape:Velo cork tape with gel
  • Stem:Giant Sport S:90mm, M:100mm, M/L:110mm, L:110mm, XL:110mm
  • Saddle:Giant Approach
  • Seatpost:Giant D-Fuse composite, 14mm offset
  • Accessories:34mm max tyre size
  • Weight:NA
Manufacturers reserve the right to change specifications without notice based on availability at the point of assembly.

Sizing Chart for Giant Contend

Frame SizeRider Height (cm)
S165 – 175
M171 – 181
ML177 – 187
L183 – 193
XL189 – 199

Geometry Information for Giant Contend, Contend SL and rim brake models


bike diagram with measurements referenced in table that follows

SMMLLXL
ASEAT TUBE LENGTH(mm)445480515535565
BSEAT TUBE ANGLE74.0°73.5°73.0°73.0°72.5°
CTOP TUBE LENGTH(mm)530545560575595
DHEAD TUBE LENGTH(mm)138158178198218
EHEAD TUBE ANGLE71.8°72.5°72.5°72.5°72.5°
FFORK RAKE(mm)5050505050
GTRAIL(mm)63.358.458.458.458.4
HWHEELBASE(mm)986990100210171031
ICHAIN STAY LENGTH(mm)412412412412412
JBOTTOM BRACKET DROP(mm)7575707070
KSTACK(mm)541563577596615
LREACH(mm)375378384393401
MSTAND OVER HEIGHT(mm)746774803821844
NHANDLEBAR WIDTH(mm)400420420440440
OSTEM LENGTH(mm)90100100110110
PCRANK LENGTH(mm)170172.5172.5175175
QWHEEL SIZE700C700C700C700C700C


Warranty Information for Giant

ComponentWarranty Period
Bicycle frame (Downhill excluded)Lifetime
Rigid Forks10 Years
Downhill frame3 Years
Giant own brand components, Pedals, grips, bar tape, saddle, Paint & Decals2 Years
Electronic E-bike components including battery2 Years (or 600 charge cycles)
For full warranty policy please visit giant-bicycles.com
Sizing Information
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