Contend SL
Let's Roll
You ride to feel fast. To cut through the wind, lean into a turn, stand on the pedals, and surge ahead. The new Contend SL is made for this feeling. With its responsive handling and smooth control, it pushes you to ride harder, go faster, and chase that feeling every time you roll out.
This is a bike that fully demonstrates Giant’s world-leading alloy engineering capabilities. The ALUXX SL-grade frame features high-performance, state-of-the-art aluminum material made to optimize the bike’s strength-to-weight ratio. The double-butted tubes are shaped and joined using innovative techniques including FluidForm and Smooth Weld.
It’s this combination of engineering and craftmanship that allowed us to create a modern, attainable and well-rounded aluminum road bike that rivals the performance of many carbon road bikes.
Key Performance Factors
AERO INSPIRED
An aero-shaped down tube and composite fork form a sleek profile that cuts through the wind. The Giant ALP WheelSystem has an all-rounder rim depth of 30mm and robust aluminum construction that’s lightweight and strong enough to handle everyday use on variable road surfaces. The cockpit setup features internally routed cables to further reduce wind drag and create a clean, modern look.
COMMAND CONTROL
An ergonomically designed handlebar optimizes hand comfort in every position, from the tops to the hoods to the drops. The drops have 7.2-degree flare for greater confidence and control descending and cornering. Hydraulic disc brakes deliver consistent, predictable braking power and help minimize hand fatigue on long descents. A proven Shimano drivetrain with a 50/34 chainring combination offers a wide range of gears for optimal pedaling cadence on variable terrain.
SMOOTH COMFORT
An Advanced-grade composite fork soaks up the bumps and contours of the road, minimizing hand and arm fatigue, while an ergo-shaped handlebar with an expanded surface area helps distributes pressure across the palm and thumb web. A D-Fuse seatpost absorbs shocks and vibrations, and a Giant Grit Core saddle uses Particle Flow Technology to conform to your body. Higher volume 28mm tubeless tires allow you to run lower tire pressure for better grip and a smoother ride quality.
Highlights
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ERGONOMIC COCKPIT
Alloy handlebar with an expanded surface area to evenly distribute pressure across the palm and thumb web. Designed for comfort in every position, from the tops to the hoods to the drops—which have a 7.2-degree flare for descending and cornering confidence.
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INTERNAL CABLE ROUTING
Brake and shifter cables are routed internally through the stem and frameset for aero optimization and a clean, uncluttered look.
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COMPOSITE FORK (SL 0 & 1)
The advanced-grade composite fork absorbs road shock and vibrations for smooth ride quality and precise steering, while frame and fork clearance accommodates tires up to 32mm wide - perfect for everything from smooth pavement to rougher roads and light gravel.
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DISC-BRAKE INTEGRATION
The frame and fork are engineered specifically for disc brakes for reliable braking performance in all weather and road condition
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ALUXX SL ALUMINUM
State-of-the-art aluminum material delivers best-in-class strength-to-weight ratios. The frameset also features double-butted tubing, FluidForm shaping, and innovative welding technologies including Smooth Weld to give it a high-performance ride quality.
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GIANT ALP WHEELS
Strong, lightweight and structurally stiff alloy wheels featuring 30mm deep rims for all-versatile road speed, efficiency and everyday durability.
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GIANT TUBELESS SYSTEM
Integrated Tubeless WheelSystem and 28mm wide tires deliver improved efficiency, comfort and control in the most user-friendly and reliable system.
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D-FUSE TECHNOLOGY
Aluminum D-shaped seatpost dampens vibrations and absorbs road shock, resulting in a smooth, compliant ride quality.
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GIANT GRIT CORE SADDLE
Uses Particle Flow Technology with freeflowing particles placed in two separate pockets of the padding to conform to a rider’s body for more evenly distributed weight and reduced pressure.
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