Giant 2021 Defy Advanced Pro 1
Choose the longer route. Climb higher mountains. This smooth-riding endurance road bike is purpose-built to help you tackle long-distance road rides on all types of roads.
Handcrafted with Advanced-grade composite material, the Defy Advanced is engineered with tube shapes that are optimized to absorb road shocks and vibrations. Even with its smooth ride quality, it still delivers a lightweight, stiff and lively feel when you’re climbing, accelerating and cornering. It’s made with a specific carbon layup to give it an efficient, high-performance ride quality that helps you push new limits of endurance. The D-Fuse seatpost and handlebar system also help reduce road vibrations, adding to its smooth, compliant feel on the road. A tubeless Giant WheelSystem and tires boost speed and efficiency with a reduced risk of flats. And for added control, it features integrated disc brakes with flat-mount disc brake tabs and 12mm thru-axles.
KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS
Engineered compliance
Advanced Composite frame is specifically engineered for endurance road riding, delivering a smoother ride quality and less fatigue on long rides. The D-Fuse seatpost and handlebar system works seamlessly with the frame to absorb road shocks and vibrations.
Total control
Seamless disc brake integration including flat mounts and 12mm front and rear thru-axles produces more consistent braking power for better control, even in wet weather and rough roads.
Versatility
Endurance road geometry, added tire clearance (up to 35mm) and disc-brake integration allow you to tackle a variety of roads and conditions, from smooth pavement to rugged backroads and mountain passes.
Frame
Advanced-Grade Composite, disc
Fork
Advanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive 2 steerer, disc
Handlebar
Giant Contact SLR D-Fuse, composite
Stem
Giant Contact SL
Seatpost
Giant D-Fuse SLR, composite
Saddle
Giant Fleet SL, composite base, SST rails, UniClip accessory mount
Shifters
SRAM Force eTap AXS
Front Derailleur
SRAM Force eTap AXS
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Force eTap AXS
Brakes
SRAM Force eTap AXS hydraulic (F:160mm, R:140mm)
Brake Levers
SRAM Force eTap AXS hydraulic
Cassette
SRAM Force, 12-speed, 10x33
Chain
SRAM Force D1
Crankset
SRAM Force D1 DUB, 33/46
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB, press fit
Rims
Giant SLR-1 Carbon Disc WheelSystem, 42mm
Hubs
Giant SLR-1 Disc WheelSystem, 12mm thru-axle
Spokes
Giant SLR-1 WheelSystem, DBL technology
Tires
Giant Gavia Fondo 1, tubeless, 700x32c, folding
Extras
RideSense ANT+/Bluetooth, computer mount, tubeless prepared