The mountain bike experience starts here. With a redesigned frame that’s now lighter and more durable, along with a smooth-riding suspension fork, thru-axle hubs, and a 1x drivetrain, this aluminum hardtail is everything an aspiring MTB rider needs to evolve and advance. 

Modern MTB Design

Tapered fork steerer tubes*, quality components including a 1x drivetrain* with clutch-equipped rear derailleurs, thru-axle hubs*, internal cable routing (including dropper seatpost) and an integrated chainstay protector give aspiring trail riders room to grow. *on select models

Off-Road Control

New geometry is optimized for confident trail riding with 27.5" wheel size. The geometry is also designed for front suspension with either an 80mm or 100mm fork depending on frame size. All models have clearance for high-volume tires (up to 2.4-inch) for traction and grip on technical terrain.

Light and Durable

All-new ALUXX aluminum frame features updated shaping and a lighter overall weight for improved performance on off-road terrain.


Giant

Talon 1 27.5"

$999.99

Size Guide

Size Height Range
XX-Small 5'0"-5'2"
X-Small 5'2"-5'4"
Small 5'4" to 5'8"
Medium 5'7" to 5'11"
Large 5'10" to 6'2"
X-Large 6'2" to 6'6"

 

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SKU: 1094008193

The mountain bike experience starts here. With a redesigned frame that’s now lighter and more durable, along with a smooth-riding suspension fork, thru-axle hubs, and a 1x drivetrain, this aluminum hardtail is everything an aspiring MTB rider needs to evolve and advance. 

Modern MTB Design

Tapered fork steerer tubes*, quality components including a 1x drivetrain* with clutch-equipped rear derailleurs, thru-axle hubs*, internal cable routing (including dropper seatpost) and an integrated chainstay protector give aspiring trail riders room to grow. *on select models

Off-Road Control

New geometry is optimized for confident trail riding with 27.5" wheel size. The geometry is also designed for front suspension with either an 80mm or 100mm fork depending on frame size. All models have clearance for high-volume tires (up to 2.4-inch) for traction and grip on technical terrain.

Light and Durable

All-new ALUXX aluminum frame features updated shaping and a lighter overall weight for improved performance on off-road terrain.


SPECIFICATIONS

Sizes & Colors

  • Sizes:
  • Colors: Metallic Blue, Charcoal

Frame & Suspension

  • Frame: ALUXX-grade aluminum, disc
  • Fork: SXC32-3 RL, coil spring, QR, alloy steerer, 15x110
  • Shock: N/A

Cockpit

  • Handlebar: Giant Connect Trail, 31.8mm
  • Stem: Giant Sport, 7-degree
  • Seatpost: Giant Contact Switch Core, 30.9
  • Saddle: Giant ErgoContact Trail

Drivetrain

  • Pedals: MTB caged
  • Shifters: Shimano CUES SL-6000, 1x10
  • Front Derailleur: N/A
  • Rear Derailleur: Shimano CUES RD-U6000
  • Crankset: ProWheel Charm, 32T (27.5") or 30T (29")
  • Bottom Bracket: Cartridge
  • Cassette: Shimano CUES, CS-LG300, 11x48
  • Chain: KMC X-11

Brakes

  • Brakes: Tektro HDC M275, hydraulic
  • Rotors:
  • Brake Levers: Tektro HDC M275

Wheels & Tires

  • Rims: Giant GX03V (29" or 27.5"), alloy, double wall, 21mm inner width
  • Hubs: Alloy, sealed bearing
  • Spokes: Stainless, 14g
  • Tires:
  • Extras: 2.4" max tire size
GEOMETRY
    S (29") M (29") L (29") XL (29") XXL (29") XS (27.5") S (27.5")
A Seat Tube Length (MM) 380 420 450 480 500 345 375
B Seat Tube Angle 74.5° 74.5° 74.5° 74.5° 74.5° 74.0° 74.0°
C Top Tube Length (MM) 581 604 629 653 676 542 562
D Head Tube Length (MM) 95 105 125 140 155 90 90
E Head Tube Angle 67.5° 67.5° 67.5° 67.5° 67.5° 67.0° 67.0°
F Fork Rake (MM) 44 44 44 44 44 44 44
G Trail (MM) 108.9 108.9 108.9 108.9 108.9 105.2 105.2
H Wheelbase (MM) 1139 1164 1191 1217 1242 1084 1104
I Chain Stay Length (MM) 455 455 455 455 455 440 440
J Bottom Bracket Drop (MM) 55 55 55 55 55 45 45
K Stack (MM) 597 606 625 639 653 548 548
L Reach (MM) 415 436 456 476 495 385 405
M Stand Over Height (MM) 715 709 709 710 707 684 684
N Handlebar Width (MM) 690 690 690 690 690 690 690
O Stem Length (MM) 50 60 70 80 90 40 50
P Crank Length (MM) 170 170 170 175 175 165 165
Q Wheel Size 29 29 29 29 29 27 27
Q Wheel Size 29 29 29 29 29 27 27
FEATURES

Key Technologies

ALUXX Aluminum Technology

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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