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Contend AR 2

£1,399

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Break out of the box and expand your road riding adventures. From smooth pavement to bumpy backroads, this ultra-capable road bike has built-in compliance and high-volume tires, so you can ride any road with confidence and control.

Key Performance Factors

Balanced road geometry

Frame is specifically engineered to produce a balanced, all-rounder feel that blends confident rider positioning with agile cornering and acceleration.

Smooth ride quality

Innovative D-Fuse seatpost reduces road shocks and vibrations, and a Giant WheelSystem lets you run tubeless tires up to 38mm for a smoother ride quality and reduced risk of flats.

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 on rough roads.

Techs & Features

ALUXX Aluminium Technology
D-Fuse Technology
OverDrive
Tubeless System

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.

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  • S
      165 cm5’5”  to 175 cm5’9”
  • M
      171 cm5’7”  to 181 cm5’11”
  • ML
      177 cm5’10”  to 187 cm6’2”
  • L
      183 cm6’0”  to 193 cm6’4”
  • XL
      189 cm6’2”  to 199 cm6’6”
bike diagram with measurements referenced in table that follows
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 SMMLLXL
A Seat Tube Length (mm) (inch)46518.350019.753521.155521.958523
B Seat Tube Angle (degrees)74.0°73.5°73.0°73.0°73.0°
C Top Tube Length (mm) (inch)53521.155021.756522.258022.859523.4
D Head Tube Length (mm) (inch)1355.31505.91706.71907.52158.5
E Head Tube Angle (degrees)71.8°72.0°72.5°72.5°72.5°
F Fork Rake (mm) (inch)532.1532.1532.1532.1532.1
G Trail (mm) (inch)61.32.459.62.356.42.256.42.256.42.2
H Wheelbase (mm) (inch)100339.5101139.8101540103140.6104641.2
I Chain Stay Length (mm) (inch)42216.642216.642216.642216.642216.6
J Bottom Bracket Drop (mm) (inch)803.1803.1803.1803.1803.1
K Stack (mm) (inch)5592257422.659523.461424.263825.1
L Reach (mm) (inch)37514.83801538315.139215.440015.7
M Stand Over Height (mm) (inch)75929.978330.881031.982932.685633.7
N Handlebar Width (mm) (inch)40015.742016.542016.544017.344017.3
O Stem Length (mm) (inch)903.51003.91003.91104.31104.3
P Crank Length (mm) (inch)1656.51706.71706.7172.56.8172.56.8
Specs
  • Sizes
    S, M, M/L, L, XL
  • Colours
    Thundercloud
  • Frame
    ALUXX-grade aluminum, 12x142mm thru-axle, disc
  • Fork
    Advanced-grade composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, 12x100mm thru-axle, disc
  • Shock
    N/A
  • Handlebar
    Giant Connect XS:40cm, S:40cm, M:42cm, M/L:42cm, L:44cm, XL:44cm
  • Grips
    Velo cork tape with gel
  • Stem
    Giant Sport XS:80mm, S:90mm, M:100mm, M/L:100mm, L:110mm, XL:110mm
  • Seatpost
    Giant D-Fuse, composite, 14mm offset
  • Saddle
    Giant Approach
  • Pedals
    PEDALS NOT SUPPLIED
  • Shifters
    Shimano Tiagra 2x10
  • Front Derailleur
    Shimano Tiagra
  • Rear Derailleur
    Shimano Tiagra
  • Brakes
    Shimano Tiagra hydraulic discs, Giant MPH rotors [F]160mm, [R]160mm
  • Brake Levers
    Shimano Tiagra
  • Cassette
    Shimano HG500 10x34
  • Chain
    KMC X10
  • Crankset
    Shimano Tiagra 34/50
  • Bottom Bracket
    Shimano BB-RS500
  • Rims
    Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset, alloy
  • Hubs
    Giant alloy, 12mm thru-axle
  • Spokes
    Sapim
  • Tyres
    Giant Gavia Fondo 2, tubeless, 700x32c (34mm)
  • Extras
    fender mount, tubeless prepared, 38mm max tire size
  • Max Tyre Clearance
    38mm
  • 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.

Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy throughout this website. However, Giant reserves the right to change bike specifications, features, prices and colours without prior notice.

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