Giant Defy 1 2014 - Road Bike

The Giant Defy 1 2014 road bike is the perfect choice for beginners and improvers alike, boasting some brilliant components and a stylish design. The Defy series has constantly been a winning formula, with the 2013 model defying the competition by clinching the Cycling Plus Magazine's 2013 Best £1000 Bike and Bicycling Magazine Editors' Choice awards.

The Giant Defy 1 is light yet sturdy, meaning that it climbs, corners and sprints just as well as bikes at the higher end of the budget scale.

What do we think?

I defy you to find me a better value for money bike! It's got loads of good features and looks good as well. The Overdrive II headset makes it uber stiff and compliant and the extra padding in the saddle makes it a really comfy ride. The geometry is relaxed which gives you an upright position which is good for comfort and visibility. Also, the Shimano 105 components aren't as light but are just as good as everything on the higher end components. Alex - Web team

The compact double chainset is great, which means you can pootle up any hill. I need one! A great bike, worthy of the awards it won in 2013. James - Marketing team

The Giant Defy 1 2014 Features are:

Frame: Aluxx SL-Grade Aluminium

Fork: Carbon Composite, OverDrive aluminium steerer

Bars: Giant Connect, 31.8

Stem: Giant Connect

Speed: 20

Front Mech: Shimano 105

Rear Mech: Shimano 105

Shifters Shimano 105

Chainset: Shimano R565, 34/50

Bottom Bracket: Shimano, Press Fit

Cassette: Shimano Tiagra 12x30, 10-sp

Chain: KMC X10

Front Brake: Tektro TK-R540 Giant Specific, Dual Pivot

Rear Brake: Tektro TK-R540 Giant Specific, Dual Pivot

Rims: P-Elite C Wheelset

Front Hub: P-Elite C Wheelset

Rear Hub: P-Elite C Wheelset

Spokes: P-Elite C Wheelset

Tyres: Giant P-R3, Flat Guard, Front Specific, 700x25 Front Giant P-R3, Flat Guard, Rear Specific, 700x25 Rear

Seatpost: Giant Connect Composite, 30.9

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