The Giant Contend AR 1 is built to tackle a variety of road conditions with ease, offering a balanced mix of comfort, control, and speed. Its ALUXX-Grade Aluminium frame is designed for endurance geometry, providing confident handling and an efficient riding position. The Advanced-Grade Composite fork reduces weight and enhances precision for smooth manoeuvres on technical descents and rougher surfaces.
Key Features:
- Frame: ALUXX-Grade Aluminium with balanced geometry for endurance riding.
- Fork: Advanced-Grade Composite with OverDrive steerer for precise handling.
- Drivetrain: Shimano 105 2x12-speed drivetrain for reliable performance.
- Brakes: Shimano 105 hydraulic disc brakes with Giant MPH 160mm rotors.
- Wheels: Giant P-R2 Disc wheelset, alloy, 22mm inner width.
- Tyres: Giant Gavia Fondo 2 tubeless, 700x32c for grip and comfort.
- Other Features: D-Fuse composite seatpost absorbs road vibrations.
- Finance Options: Available with 0% APR finance for flexible payment.
The Shimano 105 drivetrain delivers seamless shifting across 24 gears, ideal for conquering climbs and maintaining speed on flats. Integrated hydraulic disc brakes provide consistent stopping power in all weather conditions, ensuring safety and control when you need it most.
Tubeless-ready Giant P-R2 wheels paired with Gavia Fondo tyres enhance ride quality, offering reduced rolling resistance, increased grip, and a lower risk of flats. The innovative D-Fuse seatpost absorbs shocks and vibrations, improving comfort over long distances.
Perfect for endurance rides, commuting, or exploring new routes, the Contend AR 1 is designed to keep you comfortable and in control mile after mile.
Occasionally, without notice, manufacturers change product design and/or specifications.
| Frame | ALUXX-Grade Aluminium, disc |
| Fork | Advanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, disc |
| Rear Shock | N/A |
| Stem | Giant Contact |
| Bars | Giant D-Fuse SL |
| Front Brake | Shimano 105 hydraulic, Giant MPH rotors [F]160mm, [R]160mm |
| Rear Brake | Shimano 105 hydraulic, Giant MPH rotors [F]160mm, [R]160mm |
| Brake Lever | Shimano 105 |
| Front Mech | Shimano 105 |
| Rear Mech | Shimano 105 GS |
| Shifters | Shimano 105 2x12 |
| Speed | 24 |
| Rims | Giant P-R2 Disc wheelset, alloy, 22mm inner width |
| Front Hub | Giant alloy, 12mm thru-axle |
| Rear Hub | Giant alloy, 12mm thru-axle |
| Spokes | Sapim |
| Front Tyre | Giant Gavia Fondo 2, tubeless, 700x32c (34mm effective width) |
| Rear Tyre | Giant Gavia Fondo 2, tubeless, 700x32c (34mm effective width) |
| Seat Post | Giant D-Fuse, composite, 14mm offset |
| Saddle | Giant Approach |
| Chainset | Shimano FC-RS520, 34/50 |
| Bottom Bracket | cartridge |
| Chain | KMC X12L-1 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105, 12-speed, 11x36 |
| Pedals | Pedal with toe clips/straps |
Giant Contend Size Chart
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Inside Leg (Inches) Vs Rider Height (Feet & Inches) |
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27” |
28” |
29” |
30” |
31” |
32” |
33” |
34” |
35” |
36” |
37” |
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5’ 3” |
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5’ 4” |
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5’ 5” |
XS |
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5’ 6” |
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5’ 7” |
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5’ 8” |
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5’ 9” |
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5’ 10” |
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5’ 11” |
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M |
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6’ 0” |
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M/L |
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6’ 1” |
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M/L |
L |
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6’ 2” |
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6’ 3” |
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6’ 4” |
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6’ 5” |
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Giant Contend AR 1 2024 - Road Bike
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