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Anthem Advanced SL 1

$8,699

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Developed to help Giant pro Alan Hatherly win the 2025 Elite Men’s XCO World Championship, this superlight XC composite flyer is engineered with a semi-integrated 120mm FlexPoint Pro rear suspension system and a flip chip to adjust geometry for any racecourse or XC terrain.

Key Performance Factors

TOTAL CONTROL

The new FlexPoint Pro suspension delivers 120mm of smooth, active rear travel paired with a 120mm fork—helping you fly down rough descents and power up technical climbs. A flip chip lets you fine tune handling for all types of XC terrain. Superlight composite or alloy Giant WheelSystems (depending on model) with a next-generation 120-tooth helical ratchet drive system for immediate power and robust 5mm rim sidewalls for greater protection against impacts and punctures.

LOW-LATENCY SPEED CONCEPT

A fully reengineered composite frameset is 89 grams lighter than it predecessor, with 7.95 percent greater stiffness-to-weight ratio (efficiency) to help you power up climbs and make every watt count. The WheelSystems and integrated handlebar/stem units are designed for maximum efficiency and instantaneous response to rider input. The rear shock is repositioned and semi-integrated with the top tube, shaving weight and creating space for a second water bottle cage.

SYSTEM INTEGRATION

A new one-piece integrated handlebar/stem unit adds compliance to reduce shocks and vibrations, improving control and hand comfort. It’s available in two models—the Contact SLR XC Integrated composite and Contact SL XC Integrated alloy. Both feature the same seamless cable routing and versatile sizing with a 780mm standard width and stem lengths ranging from 50-90mm.

Highlights

Anthem Advanced SL (2026) with interactive tooltips

Sizing Guide and Geometry

Sizing to be used as a reference only. Please check with a local authorized dealer to determine the correct size.
Available sizes may vary from country to country.

Selection of a button will change the units measurement displayed throughout the entire sizing guide section.
  • S
      163 cm5’4”  to 172 cm5’8”
  • M
      171 cm5’7”  to 180 cm5’11”
  • L
      179 cm5’10”  to 188 cm6’2”
  • XL
      187 cm6’2”  to 198 cm6’6”
bike diagram with measurements referenced in table that follows
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 SMLXL
 LOW | HIGHLOW | HIGHLOW | HIGHLOW | HIGH
A Seat Tube Length (mm) (inch)40015.742016.546518.349519.5
B Seat Tube Angle (degrees)75.5° | 76.0°75.5° | 76.0°75.5° | 76.0°75.5° | 76.0°
C Top Tube Length (mm) (inch)57622.7 | 57422.660223.7 | 60023.662424.6 | 62324.565125.6 | 65025.6
D Head Tube Length (mm) (inch)903.5953.71054.11154.5
E Head Tube Angle (degrees)66.5° | 67.0°66.5° | 67.0°66.5° | 67.0°66.5° | 67.0°
F Fork Rake (mm) (inch)441.7441.7441.7441.7
G Trail (mm) (inch)1164.6 | 112.24.4115.94.5 | 112.24.4115.94.5 | 112.24.4115.84.5 | 112.24.4
H Wheelbase (mm) (inch)114144.9 | 114044.9116846 | 116745.9119246.9 | 119146.9122148.1 | 122048
I Chain Stay Length (mm) (inch)43717.2 | 43517.143717.2 | 43517.143717.2 | 43517.143717.2 | 43517.1
J Bottom Bracket Drop (mm) (inch)512 | 451.8512 | 451.8522 | 451.8522 | 451.8
K Stack (mm) (inch)60223.7 | 59923.660723.9 | 60323.761624.3 | 61224.162624.6 | 62224.5
L Reach (mm) (inch)42016.5 | 42516.744517.5 | 45017.746518.3 | 47018.549019.3 | 49519.5
M Stand Over Height (mm) (inch)76930.3 | 77530.576430.1 | 77130.475829.8 | 7633075129.6 | 75829.8
N Handlebar Width (mm) (inch)78030.778030.778030.778030.7
O Stem Length (mm) (inch)602.4702.8702.8803.1
P Crank Length (mm) (inch)1706.71706.71756.91756.9
Specs
  • Sizes
    S, M, L, XL
  • Colours
    Rainbow Black/Rainbow Charcoal
  • Frame
    Advanced SL-grade composite front and rear triangles, 120mm FlexPoint Pro suspension, flip chip, 12x148mm thru-axle
  • Fork
    RockShox Sid Select+ 3P, 120mm, Charger Race Day 2 damper, Boost 15x110, 44mm offset, remote lockout
  • Shock
    RockShox SidLuxe Select+, RL damper, Solo Air, 210/50, TwistLoc Ultimate
  • Handlebar
    Giant Integrated XC, composite, 780mm, 9-degree upsweep
  • Grips
    SRAM TwistLoc Ultimate
  • Stem
    Giant Integrated XC Carbon S:60mm, M:70mm, L:70mm, XL:80mm
  • Seatpost
    Giant Contact Switch SL dropper, remote S: 110mm travel / 30.9 x 395mm M: 140mm travel / 30.9 x 395mm L: 140mm travel
  • Saddle
    Giant Grit SL
  • Pedals
    N/A
  • Shifters
    SRAM AXS Pod, discrete clamp, 1x12
  • Front Derailleur
    N/A
  • Rear Derailleur
    SRAM GX AXS Transmission
  • Brakes
    Shimano Deore XT BR-M8100, hydraulic, Shimano RT-66 rotors [F]180mm, [R]160mm
  • Brake Levers
    Shimano Deore XT BL-M8100
  • Cassette
    SRAM XS 1275, 10x52
  • Chain
    SRAM GX Transmission
  • Crankset
    SRAM GX Transmission, 34t, 55mm chainline S:170mm, M:170mm, L:175mm, XL:175mm
  • Bottom Bracket
    SRAM DUB, press fit
  • Rims
    Giant XCR WheelSystem
  • Hubs
    [F] Giant MTB alloy, 6-bolt, [R] Giant MTB alloy, 6-bolt
  • Spokes
    Carbon
  • Tires
    Maxxis Aspen 29x2.4, foldable, 120tpi, MaxxSpeed, EXO, tubeless
  • Extras
    tubeless prepared, 2.4" max tire size, 34t max chainring size, MRP 1x CS chain guide
  • Weight
    The most accurate way to determine any bike’s weight is to have your local dealer weigh it for you. Many brands strive to list the lowest possible weight, but in reality weight can vary based on size, finish, hardware and accessories. All our bikes are designed for best-in-class weight and ride quality.

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