ROAD BIKE ACTION FINDS “AN ENDURANCE BIKE THAT PERFORMS”
April 26, 2012
The editors at Road Bike Action spent some time with the Defy 3 for the June 2012 issue and found a perfect ride, even if you are on a budget, “Riding long distances requires comfort above all else, and the Defy offers that in spades.”
ON THE RIDE:
“…the Defy became particularly enjoyable to ride during some of our longer days in the saddle…it offers a surprising bit of performance…pleasantly adept at technical descents, equal to many bikes we’ve ridden that cost twice as much…capable of being ridden aggressively…can hold its own on many a fast group ride.”
ON THE SPEC:
“Hearty welds let you know that this is an aluminum frame, but it’s paired with a carbon fork to help reduce front-end road chatter…a Shimano Sora drivetrain provides all of the shifting performance you’ll need…compact gearing will have you tackling any climb you meet…Giant’s proprietary wheel and tire combination…S-R2 aluminum clinchers and S-R4 tires…an all-around solid offering”.
BUYING ADVICE:
“…the Defy 3 has a particularly high value…and greater performance characteristics than most bikes in its price range – and many above.”
You can read the full review in the June issue of Road Bike Action or click here to learn more about the Defy models. 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 Defy became particularly enjoyable to ride during some of our longer days in the saddle…it offers a surprising bit of performance…pleasantly adept at technical descents, equal to many bikes we’ve ridden that cost twice as much…capable of being ridden aggressively…can hold its own on many a fast group ride.”
ON THE SPEC:
“Hearty welds let you know that this is an aluminum frame, but it’s paired with a carbon fork to help reduce front-end road chatter…a Shimano Sora drivetrain provides all of the shifting performance you’ll need…compact gearing will have you tackling any climb you meet…Giant’s proprietary wheel and tire combination…S-R2 aluminum clinchers and S-R4 tires…an all-around solid offering”.
BUYING ADVICE:
“…the Defy 3 has a particularly high value…and greater performance characteristics than most bikes in its price range – and many above.”
You can read the full review in the June issue of Road Bike Action or click here to learn more about the Defy models. 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