Description
Ultra Efficient Full Composite Racing Kinematics
The high-performance Giant Anthem Advanced 1 2024 engineers pure cross-country racing speed directly into your competitive training goals. For a long time, cross-country courses favored basic weight savings over rear suspension complexity. However, modern technical race tracks demand a chassis that accelerates instantly without discarding rear-wheel traction. To meet these aggressive demands, Giant utilizes its premium High-Performance Grade raw carbon material, which lowers the frameset weight by a massive 241 grams compared to previous generations. Consequently, XC racers and endurance marathon athletes can attack steep singletrack inclines with maximum power transfer.
Advanced Composite Architecture and Modified Monocoque Build
Messy frame flex and weak joint junctions can severely hinder your cornering accuracy and waste precious watts during an out-of-the-saddle sprint. Therefore, Giant manufactures this elite frameset right in their own composite facility using a proprietary process called Modified Monocoque Construction. This sophisticated method molds the front triangle as one continuous piece to achieve an exceptionally high stiffness-to-weight ratio. Additionally, the bottom bracket area features increased structural reinforcement for immediate acceleration. Finally, a steeper seat tube angle positions your body perfectly to conquer loose, technical climbs with absolute mechanical efficiency.
| Frame | Advanced-Grade Composite Front and Rear Triangles, 100mm FlexPoint Pro Suspension, 12x148mm Thru-Axle |
|---|---|
| Sizes | S, M, L, XL |
| Fork | Fox 34 Float SC Performance Elite Remote, 110mm, FIT4 Damper, Boost 15×110 Kabolt, 44mm Offset, Custom Tuned |
| Rear Shock | Fox Float SL Performance Elite, Three-Position Remote, 165/45, Custom Tuned |
| Shifters | SRAM AXS Pod, Discrete Clamp, 1×12 Speed Wireless Electronic |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX Eagle Transmission |
| Crankset | SRAM XO Eagle Transmission with Power Meter, 32T, 55mm Chainline (S:170mm, M/L/XL:175mm) |
| Cassette | SRAM GX Eagle Transmission, 10x52T (12-Speed) |
| Chain / Bottom Bracket | SRAM GX Eagle Transmission Chain / SRAM DUB, Press Fit BB |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore XT BR-M8100 Hydraulic Disc, Shimano RT-64 Rotors ([F] 180mm, [R] 160mm) |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Deore XT BL-M8100 |
| Rims | Giant XCR 1 30 Carbon WheelSystem, 30mm Inner Width |
| Hubs | [F] Giant XC Alloy CenterLock / [R] Giant XC Alloy, DT350 54t Ratchet Driver, CenterLock |
| Spokes | Sapim Laser |
| Tyres | Maxxis Aspen 29 x 2.4″, Foldable, 120tpi, TLR, EXO Protection, Tubeless |
| Handlebar | Giant Contact SLR XC Flat, Composite, 760 x 35mm Clamp |
| Stem | Giant Contact SL XC, 35mm Interface (S:60mm, M/L/XL:70mm) |
| Grips | Giant XC Pro (S/M: 32mm, L/XL: 34mm) |
| Seatpost | Giant Contact Switch Adjustable Dropper Post with Remote (30.9 x 395mm, 110-140mm Travel) |
