{"product_id":"giant-talon-2-asphalt-green","title":"Giant Talon 2 - Asphalt Green","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe mountain bike experience starts here. With a completely redesigned ALUXX-grade aluminum frame that is lighter and more durable than previous generations, this hardtail is optimized for aspiring trail riders ready to evolve and advance. Featuring an updated modern geometry profile, a tapered head tube for front-end stability, and an aligned seatstay junction for optimal rear-end efficiency, this model is built to tackle technical trails with confidence. Depending on the selected frame size, the Talon 1 is precisely balanced for either 27.5-inch or 29-inch wheels, ensuring proportional handling, optimal roll-over capacity, and a responsive trail ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eFrameset \u0026amp; Geometry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFrame:\u003c\/b\u003e ALUXX-Grade aluminum construction, aligned seatstay junction architecture, disc-brake specific, 12x142mm thru-axle rear dropout layout paired with a UDH (Universal Derailleur Hanger), 1.5\" tapered head tube, internal cable routing ports, dropper-post upgrade compatible (30.9mm ID), integrated chainstay protector, rack\/fender and KSA 18 kickstand mounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFork:\u003c\/b\u003e SXC32-3 RL, coil spring configuration, rigid Boost 15x110mm thru-axle layout, e-bike\/trail optimized chassis design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6,1,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6,1,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eXS (27.5\") \/ S (27.5\"):\u003c\/i\u003e 80mm travel configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6,1,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eS (29\") \/ M (29\") \/ L (29\") \/ XL (29\"):\u003c\/i\u003e 100mm travel configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFrameset Clearance:\u003c\/b\u003e High-volume compatibility up to \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"52\"\u003e2.4\" max tyre width\u003c\/b\u003e; frame optimized for maximum 32T chainring sizing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eDrivetrain \u0026amp; Braking (1x9 Progressive Trail Layout)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eShifters:\u003c\/b\u003e MicroShift Advent, mechanical 1x9 speed layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFront Derailleur:\u003c\/b\u003e N\/A (1x Dedicated Frame Architecture).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRear Derailleur:\u003c\/b\u003e MicroShift Advent (M6195M) 9-speed with integrated chain-stabilizing clutch mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCrankset:\u003c\/b\u003e ProWheel Charm single ring configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eChainring Setup:\u003c\/i\u003e 32T (27.5\" platform) \/ 30T (29\" platform).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArm Lengths:\u003c\/i\u003e XS-S: 165mm length, M-L: 170mm length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBottom Bracket:\u003c\/b\u003e Fully sealed square-taper cartridge assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCassette:\u003c\/b\u003e MicroShift H093, 9-speed, wide-range 11-46T ratio profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eChain:\u003c\/b\u003e KMC X9 heavy-duty 9-speed indexing chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePedals:\u003c\/b\u003e MTB-specific caged style platform assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,8,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,8,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBrakes:\u003c\/b\u003e Tektro HDM275 hydraulic disc brake calipers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,9,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,9,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRotors \/ Levers:\u003c\/b\u003e Tektro matching hydraulic levers; Tektro \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,9,0\" data-index-in-node=\"58\"\u003e180mm front\u003c\/b\u003e \/ \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,9,0\" data-index-in-node=\"72\"\u003e160mm rear\u003c\/b\u003e steel disc rotors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eWheels \u0026amp; Tyres\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRims:\u003c\/b\u003e Giant GX03V alloy, high-strength double-wall matching profile (available in 27.5\" or 29\" based on frame chassis layout).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHubs:\u003c\/b\u003e Structural alloy construction, precision-sealed bearing architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpokes:\u003c\/b\u003e High-tensile stainless steel, 14g gauge profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTyres (Platform-Specific Trail Tread):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10,3,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10,3,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e27.5\" Models:\u003c\/i\u003e Maxxis Rekon, high-volume \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"40\"\u003e27.5x2.4\" width\u003c\/b\u003e, wire-bead construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10,3,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e29\" Models:\u003c\/i\u003e Maxxis Rekon Race, high-volume \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"43\"\u003e29x2.4\" width\u003c\/b\u003e, wire-bead construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eCockpit \u0026amp; Components\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHandlebars:\u003c\/b\u003e Giant Connect Trail alloy handlebar, 31.8mm clamp standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStem:\u003c\/b\u003e Giant Sport alloy stem, 7-degree rise profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12,1,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"12,1,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSizing Reach:\u003c\/i\u003e XS: 40mm, S: 50mm, M: 60mm, L: 70mm, XL: 80mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrips:\u003c\/b\u003e Giant Sole-O comfort compound traction grips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSeatpost:\u003c\/b\u003e Giant Sport alloy micro-adjust post, 30.9mm diameter standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSaddle:\u003c\/b\u003e Giant ErgoContact Trail profile padded saddle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eSizing \u0026amp; Wheel Configurations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e27.5\" Wheel Platform Chassis:\u003c\/b\u003e Available in sizes Extra Small (XS) and Small (S).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e29\" Wheel Platform Chassis:\u003c\/b\u003e Available in sizes Small (S), Medium (M), Large (L), and Extra Large (XL).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e 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 prior notice due to ongoing factory running parts substitutions. Bike and frame weights can vary based on final frame sizing, finish layouts, and component configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Giant","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":46668121211052,"sku":"28322","price":1249.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":46668121243820,"sku":"28323","price":1249.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large","offer_id":46668121276588,"sku":"28324","price":1249.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"XL","offer_id":46668121309356,"sku":"28325","price":1249.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/2188\/7916\/files\/New-Project-25.png?v=1782705359","url":"https:\/\/cycleobsession.co.nz\/products\/giant-talon-2-asphalt-green","provider":"Cycle Obsession","version":"1.0","type":"link"}