ANTHEM X Advanced SL 3

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 - S, M, L, XL

Colors - Carbon/Moon Dust

Frame - Advanced SL-grade composite front and rear triangles, 120mm FlexPoint Pro suspension, flip chip, 12x148mm thru-axle. This bike has internal frame storage and integral pocket bag.
 
Fork - Fox 34 Rhythm, 130mm, GRIP damper, Boost 15x110, 44mm offset

Shock - Fox Float SL Performance, 210/50

Handlebar - Giant Integrated XC, alloy, 780mm, 9-degree upsweep
 
Grips - Giant Tactal, lock on

Stem - Giant Integrated XC Alloy S:50mm, M:50mm, L:60mm, XL:70mm

Seatpost - Giant Contact Switch AT dropper, remote S: 110-140mm travel / 30.9 x 395mm M and L: 110-140mm travel / 30.9 x 395mm XL: 140-170mm travel / 30.9 x 530mm

Saddle - Giant Grit Core

Pedals - Not provided
 
Shifters - Shimano Deore mechanical, 1x12Front

Rear Derailleur - Shimano Deore

Brakes - TRP EVO Comp HD-M7040 hydraulic, stainless, 6-bolt rotors [F]203mm, [R]180mm

Brake Levers - TRP EVO Comp HD-M7040

Cassette - Shimano M6200, 10x51

Chain - KMC X-12
 
Crankset - Praxis Cadet HD M24, 32t, 55mm chainline S:170mm, M:170mm, L:175mm, XL:175mm

Bottom Bracket - Praxis, press fit

Rims - Giant XCA Alloy WheelSystem

Hubs - Giant MTB alloy, 6-bolt
 
Spokes - Sapim

Tyres - Maxxis Rekon Race 29x2.4, foldable, 120tpi, EXO, tubeless

Extras - MRP 1x CS chain guide