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GIANT DEFY 1 “SETS NEW BENCHMARKS”
January 9, 2012
The crew at Cycling Plus in England recently put the Giant Defy 1 through some of the most rigorous testing we’ve ever seen in its February 2012 edition. What did they find? “…the all-new 2012 frameset sets new benchmarks for alloy responsiveness and ride quality”.
ON THE RIDE:
“The relatively short stem, tapered fork/head-tube and big down-tube mean you can really brace your shoulders against a gear without feeling like you’re going to tear the front end off. Cornering accuracy is similarly precise, with a playful and responsive steering feel in tight turning situations that still stays the right side of stable at higher speeds”.
ON THE SPEC:
“The component spec is excellent considering the quality of chassis that you’re getting for the money…the Giant branded rolling stock (wheelset) perform fine…Giant’s PR3 tyres are proving a useful addition to its growing own brand collection too”.
BUYING ADVICE:
“Having seen the entire test team fall in love with Giant’s Defy 1, we can’t think of anyone who it won’t suit. It’s light, responsive under power, but forgiving over the long haul, well equipped and really well balanced in positional and handling terms. The result is a bike that springs forwards with real purpose when you need it to, but glides along happily when riding is more about clearing your head than maxing your heart rate.”
You can find the entire review in the February 2012 edition of Cycling Plus on newsstands now or click here to see the Giant Defy 1 for yourself. Better yet, visit your nearest Giant Bicycle retailer. Click on the “Store Finder” tab at the top of the page to find the Giant retailer closest to you.
ON THE RIDE:
“The relatively short stem, tapered fork/head-tube and big down-tube mean you can really brace your shoulders against a gear without feeling like you’re going to tear the front end off. Cornering accuracy is similarly precise, with a playful and responsive steering feel in tight turning situations that still stays the right side of stable at higher speeds”.
ON THE SPEC:
“The component spec is excellent considering the quality of chassis that you’re getting for the money…the Giant branded rolling stock (wheelset) perform fine…Giant’s PR3 tyres are proving a useful addition to its growing own brand collection too”.
BUYING ADVICE:
“Having seen the entire test team fall in love with Giant’s Defy 1, we can’t think of anyone who it won’t suit. It’s light, responsive under power, but forgiving over the long haul, well equipped and really well balanced in positional and handling terms. The result is a bike that springs forwards with real purpose when you need it to, but glides along happily when riding is more about clearing your head than maxing your heart rate.”
You can find the entire review in the February 2012 edition of Cycling Plus on newsstands now or click here to see the Giant Defy 1 for yourself. Better yet, visit your nearest Giant Bicycle retailer. Click on the “Store Finder” tab at the top of the page to find the Giant retailer closest to you.
