ANTHEM X Advanced SL 1

Built to slay singletrack with blazing speed, the new Anthem X Advanced SL blurs the lines between XC and trail performance. The lightweight composite frame features a new semi-integrated FlexPoint Pro rear suspension setup with 120mm of travel plus a flip chip to adjust geometry. Combined with a 130mm fork and an integrated handlebar with clean cable routing, it’s fast, fun and ready to rip.
 
Key Performance Factors
 
RACE-BRED TRAIL SPEED
A full-composite frameset is both ultra-light and highly efficient to help you power up climbs and make every watt count. The WheelSystems and integrated handlebar/stem units are designed for maximum efficiency and instantaneous response to rider input. The rear shock is repositioned and semi-integrated with the top tube, shaving weight and creating space for a second water bottle cage.
 
TOTAL CONTROL
The new FlexPoint Pro suspension delivers 120mm of smooth, active rear travel paired with a 130mm fork—helping you fly down rough descents and power up technical climbs. A flip chip lets you fine tune handling for all types of terrain. Superlight composite or alloy Giant WheelSystems (depending on model) with a next-generation 120-tooth helical ratchet drive system for immediate power and robust 5mm rim sidewalls for greater protection against impacts and punctures.
 
SYSTEM INTEGRATION
A new one-piece integrated handlebar/stem unit adds compliance to reduce shocks and vibrations, improving control and hand comfort. It’s available in two models—the Contact SLR XC Integrated composite and Contact SL XC Integrated alloy. Both feature the same seamless cable routing and versatile sizing with a 780mm standard width and stem lengths ranging from 50-90mm.
 
Sizes - M, L
 
Colors - Baja Orange
 
Frame - Advanced SL-grade composite front and rear triangles, 120mm FlexPoint Pro suspension, flip chip, 12x148mm thru-axle. This bike features internal frame storage with integral pocket bag.
 
Fork - Fox 34 SL Performance Elite, 130mm, GRIP X damper, Boost 15x110, 44mm offset
 
Shock - Fox Float SL Factory, 210/50
 
Handlebar - Giant Integrated XC, composite, 780mm, 9-degree upsweep
 
Grips - Giant Tactal, lock on
 
Stem - Giant Integrated XC Carbon M:50mm, L:60mm
 
Seatpost - Giant Contact Switch AT dropper, remote, 110-140mm travel / 30.9 x 395mm
 
Saddle - Giant Grit SL
 
Pedals - Not provided
 
Shifters - SRAM AXS Pod, discrete clamp, 1x12
 
Rear Derailleur - SRAM GX AXS Transmission
 
Brakes - Shimano Deore XT BR-M8120, hydraulic, Shimano RT-MT905 rotors [F]203mm, [R]180mm
 
Brake Levers - Shimano Deore XT BL-M8100
 
Cassette - SRAM XS 1275, 10x52
 
Chain - SRAM GX Transmission
 
Crankset - SRAM GX Transmission, 32t, 55mm chainline M:170mm, L:175mm
 
Bottom Bracket - SRAM DUB, press fit
 
Rims - Giant XCR Carbon WheelSystem
 
Hubs - Giant MTB alloy, 6-bolt
 
Spokes - Carbon
 
Tires - Maxxis Rekon Race 29x2.4, foldable, 120tpi, EXO, tubeless
 
Extras - MRP 1x CS chain guide