Will only be available on certain Giant bike models, *probably* lower specced versions of their trail bike full suspension and hardtail bikes. “For more riders” is marketing speak for “cheaper”.
Read more at https://www.mbr.co.uk/news/giant-crest-34-391727#ss8ZVzq7BSdkY4oE.99
I think the weight is probably explained by the amount of marketing nonsense it’s burdened with.
TRAIL TUNED ENGINEERING
Underpinned by our dynamic riding philosophy, the Crest is engineered with specific materials distribution around the crown, uppers, lowers and hollow bridge, establishing a perfect balance between stiffness and strength.
THIXMOLDING
We use this closely temperature-controlled casting process to produce components that are exceptionally strong, while remaining more lightweight than similar components made by traditional casting. Using this technology is how we maintain the excellent strength-to-weight ratio and tight clearance of the Crest’s lowers.
SMOOTH
Through precise in-house manufacturing processes like thixomolding and horizontal machining, the Crest’s uppers and lowers are perfectly circular and concentric and offer a virtually frictionless action. Additionally, the ultra-tight tolerances used in the machining of the Crest’s internals mean that they work together in close unison, providing a smooth, plush feel usually only found in much more expensive suspension forks.
Read more at https://www.mbr.co.uk/news/giant-crest-34-391727#Zh3Az7SOTDmml751.99
