Built for the demands of modern cross-country racing, this full-composite flyer tackles steep singletrack climbs and technical descents with blistering speed and absolute control. Engineered with the highly efficient FlexPoint Pro rear suspension system and a race-proven geometry profile, it provides the razor-sharp handling and power transfer needed to put you at the very front of the pack.

Key Performance Factors

• Ultra-Efficient Performance: The Advanced-grade composite frameset cuts a massive 241g over the previous generation. A significantly stiffer bottom bracket area ensures instant acceleration out of corners, while a steeper seat tube angle places the rider in an optimal, aggressive climbing position.

• Superior Singletrack Control: The semi-integrated FlexPoint Pro linkage system delivers 100mm of smooth, active rear wheel travel. Paired with a modern 67.5-degree slack head angle and an updated 110mm front suspension fork, it inspires supreme confidence on technical, rocky descents.

• 29er Stability and Speed: Frame geometry and suspension dynamics are fully optimized for fast-rolling, high-momentum 29-inch wheels. A lengthened frame reach combined with a redesigned 35mm cockpit layout drastically boosts high-speed balance and chassis stability over rough XC terrain.

Specifications

Frameset & Suspension

• Frame: Advanced-Grade Composite front and rear triangles, 100mm travel FlexPoint Pro suspension system, UDH (Universal Derailleur Hanger), 55mm optimized chainline layout, 12x148mm Boost thru-axle.

• Fork: RockShox SID, 110mm travel, Boost 15x110mm spacing, 44mm offset, remote handlebar lockout, custom tuned for Giant.

• Rear Shock: RockShox SIDLuxe Select+, 3-position remote lockout, Trunnion mount, custom tuned specifically for the Anthem platform.

Drivetrain & Shifting (Shimano 1x12 Hybrid)

• Shifter: Shimano Deore SL-M6100, 12-Speed

• Front Derailleur: N/A (1x Dedicated racing platform)

• Rear Derailleur: Shimano SLX RD-M7100, 12-Speed Shadow+ with integrated chain-stabilizing clutch

• Cassette: Shimano SLX M7100, 10-51T, 12-Speed wide-range

• Chain: KMC X-12

• Crankset Configurations (Praxis Cadet, 32T ring, 55mm chainline alignment):

  • Size S: 170mm arm length

  • Sizes M, L, XL: 175mm arm length

• Bottom Bracket: Praxis, press-fit

• Drivetrain Extras: Integrated Giant/MRP CS lightweight upper chain guide

• Component Limits: 34T maximum chainring size capability

Brakes & Rotors

• Brakes: Shimano Deore MT410 dual-piston hydraulic disc

• Rotors: Shimano RT26 6-bolt design ([Front] 180mm / [Rear] 160mm)

• Brake Levers: Shimano Deore MT401 hydraulic

Wheels & Tyres

• Rims: Giant XCT 29, double-wall alloy, hookless design, Tubeless-Ready

• Hubs: [F] Giant MTB alloy, 6-bolt, 110x15mm Boost / [R] Giant MTB alloy, reliable 3-pawl driver mechanism, 148x12mm Boost, 6-bolt

• Spokes: Sapim premium steel spokes

• Tyres: Maxxis Aspen 29" x 2.40", foldable aramid bead, Tubeless-Ready (TLR), EXO sidewall protection

• Max Tyre Clearance: Frame and fork structure accommodate up to a 2.4" maximum tyre size.

Cockpit & Components

• Saddle: Giant Grit off-road performance saddle

• Dropper Seatpost (Giant Contact Switch dropper, adjustable travel, handlebar remote, 30.9mm diameter):

  • Sizes S, M, L, XL: 110mm to 140mm adjustable travel range drop (395mm total profile length)

• Handlebar: Giant Contact XC Flat, structural alloy, oversized 35mm clamp diameter

• Grips: Giant XC Pro lightweight lock-on grips

• Stem Geometry by Size (Giant Contact SL XC, 35mm clamp zone):

  • Size S: 60mm length

  • Sizes M, L, XL: 70mm length

• Pedals: N/A (Standard for high-end XC racing builds)

Sizing, Sizing Configurations & Extras

• Sizes Available: S, M, L, XL (29er Wheel Platform)

• Available Colours: Ocean Twilight

• Included Tubeless Kit: Factory tubeless prepared setup out of the box (rim tape and valves pre-installed).

Weight Summary

• Bike Weight: The most accurate way to determine any bike’s weight is to have us weigh it for you in-store. Bike weights naturally vary based on the specific frame size layout, minor paint finish coat differences, selected lightweight hardware, and local fluid setup variables.

Please Note: We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the specification information, but components are subject to change by the manufacturer at any time without notice due to ongoing factory running parts updates.