Giant Anthem Advanced Pro 29 Gets New Suspension Technology

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Giant’s new Anthem Advanced Pro 29 gets a lighter frameset, new rear suspension system and modified geometry to make it a bike for those wanting a competitive advantage on XC terrain.

Giant Anthem Advanced Pro 29

The Anthem first appeared on the World Cup circuit in 2005, and the sharp eyed might have spotted prototypes of this latest model on the 2021 UCI World Cup circuit, where team racers including Antoine Philipp have been testing and racing them this year.

The speeds, technical challenges and level of competition keeps getting higher. The bikes and gear matter now more than ever. For the most challenging tracks, the new Anthem Advanced Pro 29 gives me everything I need. It’s super responsive, feels light and lively on the climbs, and gives me more confidence and control on descents, drops and rock gardens that are so decisive in a race.

Antoine Philipp
Giant Anthem Advanced Pro 29

For 2022 the Anthem Advanced Pro 29 has an all-new Advanced composite main frame and rear swingarm, saving 250g compared to the previous generation Anthem. The bottom bracket area is apparently more than 20% stiffer for more efficient acceleration and climbing. It’s also claimed the frame also adds ‘more than 7% torsional stiffness over the previous generation for quicker, more precise handling during intense race efforts’. A steeper 75.5 degree seat tube should also help on those steep climbs, while a slacker 67.5 degree head tube angle and longer travel 110mm fork will help on the descents. The frame has a longer reach, and the updated cockpit includes a 35 mm wider composite handlebar for more control and leverage.

The all-new rear suspension setup includes ‘FlexPoint Pro suspension’, developed by Giant specifically for XC racing. It’s a linkage-driven, single-pivot design that saves weight compared to the previous design.

The result is a smooth, active feel that gives riders 100mm of rear suspension for sublime control on technical singletrack terrain. From chunky descents to root- and rock-strewn climbs, it offers just the right blend of XC speed and control.

Giant
Giant Anthem Advanced Pro 29

Two models of the Giant Anthem Advanced Pro 20 will be available in the UK:

  • Anthem Advanced Pro 29 1 – £6,999
  • Anthem Advanced Pro 29 2 – £4,999
Model NameAnthem Advanced Pro 29 1Anthem Advanced Pro 29 2
UK RRP£6,999£4,999
ColorsChameleon Saturn / CarbonBlack Diamond / Carbon
SizesS, M, LS, M, L, XL
FrameAdvanced-Grade Composite front and rear triangles, 100mm FlexPoint Pro suspension, 12x148mm thru-axleAdvanced-Grade Composite front and rear triangles, 100mm FlexPoint Pro suspension, 12x148mm thru-axle
ForkFox 34 Float SC Performance Elite Live Valve, 110mm, FIT4 damper, Boost 15×110 Kabolt, 44mm offset, custom tuned for GiantFox 34 Float SC Performance Remote, 110mm, FIT4 damper, Boost 15×110 Kabolt, 44mm offset, remote lockout, custom tuned for Giant
ShockFox Performance Elite Live Valve, 165/45, custom tuned for GiantFox Float DPS Performance Elite, 165/45, custom tuned for Giant
HandlebarGiant Contact SLR XC Flat, composite, 760x35mmGiant Contact XC Flat, composite, 760x35mm
GripsGiant XC Pro S:32mm, M:32mm, L:34mmGiant XC Pro S:32mm, M:32mm, L:34mm, XL:34mm
StemGiant Contact SL XC, 35mm                                S:60mm, M:70mm, L:70mmGiant Contact SL XC, 35mm                                         S:60mm, M:70mm, L:70mm, XL:70mm
SeatpostGiant Contact Switch dropper,  remote
S: 125mm travel / 30.9 x 395mm, M: 125mm travel / 30.9 x 395mm, L: 150mm travel / 30.9 x 440mm               
Giant Contact Switch dropper, remote
S: 125mm travel / 30.9 x 395mm M: 125mm travel / 30.9 x 395mm L: 150mm travel / 30.9 x 440mm XL: 150mm travel / 30.9 x 445mm  
SaddleFi’zi:k Antares R5 with K:ium railsFi’zi:k Antares R7 with S-Alloy rails
ShiftersShimano Deore XT SL-M8100, 1×12Shimano SLX SL-M7100, 1×12
Rear DerailleurShimano Deore XT RD-M8100Shimano SLX RD-M7100
BrakesShimano Deore XT BR-M8100, hydraulic, Shimano RT-64 rotors [F]180mm, [R]160mmShimano Deore BR-M6100, hydraulic, Shimano RT-56 rotors [F]180mm, [R]160mm
Brake LeversShimano Deore XT BL-M8100Shimano Deore BL-M6100
CassetteShimano Deore XT M8100, 10×51Shimano SLX M7100, 10×51
ChainKMC X-12KMC X-12
CranksetShimano Deore XT, 32t                               S:170mm, M:175mm,  L:175mmShimano SLX, 32t 
S:170mm, M:175mm,  L:175mm, XL:175mm
Bottom BracketShimano, press fitShimano, press fit
RimsGiant XCR 1 30 WheelSystem, 30mm inner widthGiant XCR 2 29 WheelSystem, 25mm inner width
HubsGiant XCR 1 30 WheelSystemGiant XCR 2 29 WheelSystem
SpokesGiant XCR 1 30 WheelSystemGiant XCR 2 29 WheelSystem
TiresMaxxis Recon Race 29×2.4, foldable, TLR, EXO, tubeless Maxxis Recon Race 29×2.4, foldable, TLR, EXO, tubeless 
ExtrasFactory tubeless set up, 2.4″ max tire size, 34t max chainring size, Giant/MRP CS chain guideFactory tubeless set up, 2.4″ max tire size, 34t max chainring size, Giant/MRP CS chain guide

Head here for more information on the new Anthem Advanced Pro 29 series.

Giant Anthem Advanced Pro 29
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