With the different specs available through the range, the complete line-up extends to eight bikes in all. Giant calls this ‘Overdrive’ and the technology, said to improve steering performance, is common on the company’s bikes.
Contend SL Disc – the top-tier Contend for disc brakesĪll four frames are made from aluminium, with two different grades of alloy available: the Contend and Contend AR are made from Giant’s more affordable ALUXX-grade aluminium, while the Contend SL and Contend SL Disc get up-spec ALUXX SL aluminium to lower the weight.Īll frames are paired with a tapered carbon fork with oversized headset bearings. 
Contend SL – the most expensive rim brake frame. Contend AR – second-tier frame, compatible with disc brakes and with clearance for wider tyres. Contend – the most affordable frame, compatible with rim brakes. Two are designed for use with rim brakes, two are compatible with disc brakes. There are four different framesets offered by Giant for the Contend. Meanwhile, the Contend AR range has increased clearance for larger tyres and extra grip if you want to go off-road, while still being able to keep up a good pace on tarmac. The most expensive bikes add tubeless-ready wheels and tyres too. Higher spec models offer a bike for the endurance rider who is looking for a comfortable riding position to tick off the miles, and who doesn’t want to move to a carbon frame, but still wants quality components.Īs you move up the range, the majority of bikes have hydraulic disc brakes for more confident all-weather stopping. The lower spec models in the range are aimed at the beginner rider, who wants to experience road cycling or maybe commute by bike, without spending too much cash. With a relaxed riding position, the Contend is designed with comfort in mind, rather than head-down racing. That includes new cyclists looking to buy their first road bike, through to cycle commuters and sportive riders. The Contend range is categorised as an “all-rounder” by Giant and is designed to cater for a variety of riders. The Giant Contend SL 1 was our of our favourite bikes in our £1,000 Bike of the Year test.
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