This Performance level frame material features 6061 alloy with single-butted tubes to produce strong, lightweight framesets for a variety of different bikes and riding styles.
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Contend AR 2
Techs & Features
The D-Fuse seatpost and handlebar were designed to function as a system, absorbing road shocks and vibrations so you can ride farther, faster.
Fewer flat tires. Greater traction. Less rolling resistance and a smoother, faster ride. Giant’s Tubeless System makes it easier than ever to experience all these benefits.
Introduced by Giant with the professional Team ONCE in the 1990s, Compact Road revolutionized the look and feel of high-performance road bikes forever. A downward sloping toptube (from the headtube to the seattube) creates smaller front and rear triangles for a lighter, stiffer bike. It also makes it easier for riders of all sizes to have a perfect fit.
Giant’s original oversized fork steerer tube technology. Designed to provide precise front-end steering performance, the system’s oversized headset bearings (1 1/4” lower and 1 1/8” upper for road, 1 1/2” lower and 1 1/8” upper for mountain) and tapered steerer tube work in conjunction to provide optimal steering stiffness.
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.

- XS
- 157 cm5’2”
169 cm5’7”
- S
- 165 cm5’5”
175 cm5’9”
- M
- 171 cm5’7”
181 cm5’11”
- ML
- 177 cm5’10”
187 cm6’2”
- L
- 183 cm6’0”
193 cm6’4”
- XL
- 189 cm6’2”
199 cm6’6”


XS | S | M | ML | L | XL | ||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
A | Seat Tube Length (mm) (inch) | 43016.9 | 46518.3 | 50019.7 | 53521.1 | 55521.9 | 58523 |
B | Seat Tube Angle (degrees) | 75.0° | 74.0° | 73.5° | 73.0° | 73.0° | 73.0° |
C | Top Tube Length (mm) (inch) | 51520.3 | 53521.1 | 55021.7 | 56522.2 | 58022.8 | 59523.4 |
D | Head Tube Length (mm) (inch) | 1154.5 | 1355.3 | 1505.9 | 1706.7 | 1907.5 | 2158.5 |
E | Head Tube Angle (degrees) | 71.5° | 71.8° | 72.0° | 72.5° | 72.5° | 72.5° |
F | Fork Rake (mm) (inch) | 532.1 | 532.1 | 532.1 | 532.1 | 532.1 | 532.1 |
G | Trail (mm) (inch) | 62.92.4 | 61.32.4 | 59.62.3 | 56.42.2 | 56.42.2 | 56.42.2 |
H | Wheelbase (mm) (inch) | 99439.1 | 100339.5 | 101139.8 | 101540 | 103140.6 | 104641.2 |
I | Chain Stay Length (mm) (inch) | 42216.6 | 42216.6 | 42216.6 | 42216.6 | 42216.6 | 42216.6 |
J | Bottom Bracket Drop (mm) (inch) | 803.1 | 803.1 | 803.1 | 803.1 | 803.1 | 803.1 |
K | Stack (mm) (inch) | 53921.2 | 55922 | 57422.6 | 59523.4 | 61424.2 | 63825.1 |
L | Reach (mm) (inch) | 37114.6 | 37514.8 | 38015 | 38315.1 | 39215.4 | 40015.7 |
M | Stand Over Height (mm) (inch) | 72728.6 | 75929.9 | 78330.8 | 81031.9 | 82932.6 | 85633.7 |
N | Handlebar Width (mm) (inch) | 40015.7 | 40015.7 | 42016.5 | 42016.5 | 44017.3 | 44017.3 |
O | Stem Length (mm) (inch) | 803.1 | 903.5 | 1003.9 | 1003.9 | 1104.3 | 1104.3 |
P | Crank Length (mm) (inch) | 1706.7 | 1706.7 | 172.56.8 | 172.56.8 | 1756.9 | 1756.9 |
Q | Wheel Size | 700C | 700C | 700C | 700C | 700C | 700C |
- SizesXS, S, M, M/L, L, XL
- ColorsDark Iridescent, Solar Flare
- FrameALUXX-grade aluminum, 12x142mm thru-axle, disc
- ForkAdvanced-grade composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, 12x100mm thru-axle, disc
- ShockN/A
- HandlebarGiant Connect XS:40cm, S:40cm, M:42cm, M/L:42cm, L:44cm, XL:44cm
- GripsVelo cork tape with gel
- StemGiant Sport XS:80mm, S:90mm, M:100mm, M/L:110mm, L:110mm, XL:110mm
- SeatpostGiant D-Fuse, composite, 14mm offset
- SaddleGiant Approach
- Pedalsplatform pedal [GU,GV,GJ] pedal with toe clips/straps [rest of GSC]
- ShiftersShimano Tiagra
- Front DerailleurShimano Tiagra
- Rear DerailleurShimano Tiagra GS
- BrakesShimano Tiagra, Giant MPH rotors [F]160mm, [R]160mm
- Brake LeversShimano Tiagra
- CassetteShimano Tiagra, 11x34
- ChainKMC X10-1
- CranksetShimano Tiagra, 34/50 XS:170mm, S:170mm, M:172.5mm, M/L:172.5mm, L:175mm, XL:175mm
- Bottom Bracketcartridge
- RimsGiant S-R2 Disc wheelset, alloy
- HubsGiant alloy, 12mm thru-axle
- SpokesSapim
- TiresGiant Gavia Fondo 2, tubeless, 700x32c (34mm)
- Extrasfender mount, tubeless prepared, 38mm max tire size
- WeightThe 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.
All specifications listed are subject to change without notice.
All specifications listed are subject to change without notice.