Giant Contend AR 1 All-Rounder Road Bike 2026
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Giant Contend AR 1 All-Rounder Road Bike 2026

Giant Contend AR 1 All-Rounder Road Bike 2026

Giant Contend AR 1 All-Rounder Road Bike 2026

Break out of the box and expand your road riding adventures. From smooth pavement to bumpy backroads, this ultra-capable road bike has built-in compliance and high-volume tires, so you can ride any road 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 tires 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.

SPECIFICATIONS

  • Sizes
    XS, S, M, M/L, L, XL
  • Colours
    Abyss Black
  • Frame
    ALUXX-grade aluminum, 12x142mm thru-axle, disc
  • Fork
    Advanced-grade composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, 12x100mm thru-axle, disc
  • Shock
    N/A
  • Handlebar
    Giant D-Fuse SL XS:40cm, S:40cm, M:42cm, M/L:42cm, L:44cm, XL:44cm
  • Grips
    Velo cork tape with gel
  • Stem
    Giant Contact XS:80mm, S:90mm, M:100mm, M/L:100mm, L:110mm, XL:110mm
  • Seatpost
    Giant D-Fuse, composite, 14mm offset
  • Saddle
    Giant Approach
  • Shifters
    Shimano 105
  • Front Derailleur
    Shimano 105
  • Rear Derailleur
    Shimano 105 GS
  • Brakes
    Shimano 105 hydraulic, Giant MPH rotors [F]160mm, [R]160mm
  • Brake Levers
    Shimano 105
  • Cassette
    Shimano 105, 12-speed, 11x36
  • Chain
    KMC X12L-1
  • Crankset
    Shimano 105, 34/50 XS:165mm, S:165mm, M:170mm, M/L:170mm, L:172.5mm, XL:172.5mm
  • Bottom Bracket
    Shimano BB-RS501
  • Rims
    Giant P-R2 Disc wheelset, alloy, [F]25mm, [R]25mm
  • Hubs
    Giant alloy, 12mm thru-axle
  • Spokes
    Sapim
  • Tires
    Giant Gavia Fondo 2, tubeless, 700x32c (34mm)
  • Extras
    fender mount, tubeless prepared, 38mm max tire size
  • Max Tire 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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Giant Contend AR 1 All-Rounder Road Bike 2026

$1,883.36

$659.18

Giant Contend AR 1 All-Rounder Road Bike 2026

Giant Contend AR 1 All-Rounder Road Bike 2026

Break out of the box and expand your road riding adventures. From smooth pavement to bumpy backroads, this ultra-capable road bike has built-in compliance and high-volume tires, so you can ride any road 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 tires 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.

SPECIFICATIONS

  • Sizes
    XS, S, M, M/L, L, XL
  • Colours
    Abyss Black
  • Frame
    ALUXX-grade aluminum, 12x142mm thru-axle, disc
  • Fork
    Advanced-grade composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, 12x100mm thru-axle, disc
  • Shock
    N/A
  • Handlebar
    Giant D-Fuse SL XS:40cm, S:40cm, M:42cm, M/L:42cm, L:44cm, XL:44cm
  • Grips
    Velo cork tape with gel
  • Stem
    Giant Contact XS:80mm, S:90mm, M:100mm, M/L:100mm, L:110mm, XL:110mm
  • Seatpost
    Giant D-Fuse, composite, 14mm offset
  • Saddle
    Giant Approach
  • Shifters
    Shimano 105
  • Front Derailleur
    Shimano 105
  • Rear Derailleur
    Shimano 105 GS
  • Brakes
    Shimano 105 hydraulic, Giant MPH rotors [F]160mm, [R]160mm
  • Brake Levers
    Shimano 105
  • Cassette
    Shimano 105, 12-speed, 11x36
  • Chain
    KMC X12L-1
  • Crankset
    Shimano 105, 34/50 XS:165mm, S:165mm, M:170mm, M/L:170mm, L:172.5mm, XL:172.5mm
  • Bottom Bracket
    Shimano BB-RS501
  • Rims
    Giant P-R2 Disc wheelset, alloy, [F]25mm, [R]25mm
  • Hubs
    Giant alloy, 12mm thru-axle
  • Spokes
    Sapim
  • Tires
    Giant Gavia Fondo 2, tubeless, 700x32c (34mm)
  • Extras
    fender mount, tubeless prepared, 38mm max tire size
  • Max Tire 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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Giant Contend AR 1 All-Rounder Road Bike 2026

Break out of the box and expand your road riding adventures. From smooth pavement to bumpy backroads, this ultra-capable road bike has built-in compliance and high-volume tires, so you can ride any road 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 tires 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.

SPECIFICATIONS

  • Sizes
    XS, S, M, M/L, L, XL
  • Colours
    Abyss Black
  • Frame
    ALUXX-grade aluminum, 12x142mm thru-axle, disc
  • Fork
    Advanced-grade composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, 12x100mm thru-axle, disc
  • Shock
    N/A
  • Handlebar
    Giant D-Fuse SL XS:40cm, S:40cm, M:42cm, M/L:42cm, L:44cm, XL:44cm
  • Grips
    Velo cork tape with gel
  • Stem
    Giant Contact XS:80mm, S:90mm, M:100mm, M/L:100mm, L:110mm, XL:110mm
  • Seatpost
    Giant D-Fuse, composite, 14mm offset
  • Saddle
    Giant Approach
  • Shifters
    Shimano 105
  • Front Derailleur
    Shimano 105
  • Rear Derailleur
    Shimano 105 GS
  • Brakes
    Shimano 105 hydraulic, Giant MPH rotors [F]160mm, [R]160mm
  • Brake Levers
    Shimano 105
  • Cassette
    Shimano 105, 12-speed, 11x36
  • Chain
    KMC X12L-1
  • Crankset
    Shimano 105, 34/50 XS:165mm, S:165mm, M:170mm, M/L:170mm, L:172.5mm, XL:172.5mm
  • Bottom Bracket
    Shimano BB-RS501
  • Rims
    Giant P-R2 Disc wheelset, alloy, [F]25mm, [R]25mm
  • Hubs
    Giant alloy, 12mm thru-axle
  • Spokes
    Sapim
  • Tires
    Giant Gavia Fondo 2, tubeless, 700x32c (34mm)
  • Extras
    fender mount, tubeless prepared, 38mm max tire size
  • Max Tire 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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