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Contend AR 3

Original price: £954 £1,199

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Some roads are smooth, others are rough. This smooth-riding all-rounder handles it all, taking you from the main route to more adventurous options 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 tyres 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
OverDrive
Compact Road Design
Tubeless System
D-Fuse Seatpost

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
ASeat Tube Length (mm) (inch)46518.350019.753521.155521.958523
BSeat Tube Angle (degrees)74.0°73.5°73.0°73.0°73.0°
CTop Tube Length (mm) (inch)53521.155021.756522.258022.859523.4
DHead Tube Length (mm) (inch)1355.31505.91706.71907.52158.5
EHead Tube Angle (degrees)71.8°72.0°72.5°72.5°72.5°
FFork Rake (mm) (inch)532.1532.1532.1532.1532.1
GTrail (mm) (inch)61.32.459.62.356.42.256.42.256.42.2
HWheelbase (mm) (inch)100339.5101139.8101540103140.6104641.2
IChain Stay Length (mm) (inch)42216.642216.642216.642216.642216.6
JBottom Bracket Drop (mm) (inch)803.1803.1803.1803.1803.1
KStack (mm) (inch)5592257422.659523.461424.263825.1
LReach (mm) (inch)37514.83801538315.139215.440015.7
MStand Over Height (mm) (inch)75929.978330.881031.982932.685633.7
NHandlebar Width (mm) (inch)40015.742016.542016.544017.344017.3
OStem Length (mm) (inch)903.51003.91003.91104.31104.3
PCrank Length (mm) (inch)1706.7172.56.8172.56.81756.91756.9
QWheel Size 700C700C700C700C700C
Specs
  • Sizes
    S, M, M/L, L, XL
  • Colours
    Black Chrome, Amber Glow
  • Frame
    ALUXX-Grade Aluminum, disc
  • Fork
    Advanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, disc
  • Shock
    N/A
  • Handlebar
    Giant Connect S:40cm, M:42cm, M/L:42cm, L:44cm, XL:44cm
  • Grips
    Velo cork tape with gel
  • Stem
    Giant Sport S:90mm, M:100mm, M/L:110mm, L:110mm, XL:110mm
  • Seatpost
    Giant D-Fuse, alloy, 14mm offset
  • Saddle
    Giant Approach
  • Pedals
    PEDALS NOT SUPPLIED
  • Shifters
    Shimano Sora 2x9
  • Front Derailleur
    Shimano Sora
  • Rear Derailleur
    Shimano Sora
  • Brakes
    Tektro MD-C550, Giant MPH rotors [F]160mm, [R]160mm
  • Brake Levers
    Shimano Sora
  • Cassette
    Shimano CS-HG400, 11x34
  • Chain
    KMC X9
  • Crankset
    Shimano Sora, 34/50 S:170mm, M:172.5mm, M/L:172.5mm, L:175mm, XL:175mm
  • Bottom Bracket
    Shimano cartridge
  • Rims
    Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset
  • Hubs
    Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset, 12mm thru-axle
  • Spokes
    Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset
  • Tyres
    Giant S-R3 AC, 700x32c (34mm effective width)
  • Extras
    N/A
  • Fender/Chainguard
    Compatible with RGX 38 fender (sold separately)
  • 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.

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