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29 SEPTEMBER 2020 Singletrack.com published a review of the Rail SX MIPS helmet, detailing its design, comfort and fit, and “some cool features to note.” “When the Rail SX MIPS half shell from Giant arrived, my immediate thought was ‘this helmet looks light,’” wrote tester Brian Gerow. “For my heinously thick-haired scalp the Rail SX has a comfortable fit, and the vents seem to dry sweat fairly well.” As for the comfort and adjustability, Gerow reported: “The angle of the retention system is micro-adjustable between five different positions, which should help anyone dial it in to their unique face and dome shape. The adjustable ratcheting ring...

28 SEPTEMBER 2020 Cyclist magazine published a feature review of the new TCR Advanced SL Disc on its website, calling it “tough to beat” in the performance road bike category, and giving it a near-perfect ranking of 4.5 stars (out of 5). Describing the evolution and impact of Giant’s flagship road racing bike over the years, Cyclist Digital Editor Paul Stuart wrote: “The Giant TCR is a piece of cycling history. In 1997 it was the first to adopt the concept of the ‘compact’ frame. Now the majority of race bikes have compact frames, and the competition is, literally, stiffer than ever. Lining...

24 SEPTEMBER 2020 Bikepacking.com published a feature on the new Giant Clutch Tool System including the Crank Storage, Bar End Storage and Fork Storage tools. The review looks at the details and benefits of each and describes how “the system consists of a suite of necessities to keep you rolling on a day ride or even a short bikepacking outing.”  “At the heart of the Giant Clutch Tool system is a lightweight and easy to access multi-tool that slides into the crank spindle and stays in place via a magnetic ring,” wrote Bikepacking.com tester Logan Watts. “It’s pretty simple to install and works with a variety...

17 SEPTEMBER 2020 The all-new Trance X Advanced Pro 29 is a full-composite trail bike with updated Maestro rear suspension technology and a new flip chip feature that allows riders to adjust frame geometry. The forward-thinking Trance X Advanced Pro 29 has many of the same features and technologies as the recently introduced Trance X 29 aluminum-framed series, but with a lighter weight full-composite frame. It's aimed at riders seeking one high-performance trail bike to do it all. Building on the progressive style of the shorter-travel Trance Advanced Pro 29, it combines the speed and agility of of its shorter-travel predecessor with a more...

15 SEPTEMBER 2020 Giant unveiled an all-new E-bike for trail riding that combines proven off-road engineering and design with updated Hybrid Cycling Technology power. With its high-performance SyncDrive Pro motor, new Maestro suspension system, and adjustable frame geometry, the Trance X E+ Pro 29 is the most capable all-around E-MTB ever from Giant. Aimed at E-bike enthusiasts and performance-minded trail riders who may be new to pedal-assist riding, the new Trance X E+ Pro 29 delivers a blend of progressive trail bike design and innovative, user-friendly motor technologies. It’s a next-generation advancement on Giant’s popular Trance E+ Pro series that boasts several...