Giant Contend AR 3 2024 - Road Bike
The Giant Contend AR 3 combines a lightweight aluminium frame with smooth ride quality and advanced braking technology. This all-rounder road bike is engineered for confident positioning and agile performance, making it ideal for riders who seek versatility.
Key Features:
- Frame: ALUXX-grade aluminium, balanced all-rounder geometry
- Fork: Advanced-grade composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer
- Drivetrain: Shimano Sora, 18-speed, reliable and efficient
- Brakes: Tektro MD-C550 mechanical disc brakes, 160mm rotors
- Wheels: Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset, 700x32c tyres
- Other Standout Feature: D-Fuse seatpost for reduced road shocks and vibrations
- Finance Option: Available with 0% APR finance
With its ALUXX-grade aluminium frame, the Giant Contend AR 3 is specifically engineered to deliver a balanced, all-rounder feel. This design ensures a confident rider positioning, combined with agile cornering and acceleration, making it perfect for a wide range of road cycling adventures.
The Advanced-grade composite fork, with a full-composite OverDrive steerer, enhances the bike's handling and reduces weight, providing a smooth and responsive ride. The innovative D-Fuse seatpost further improves ride quality by absorbing road shocks and vibrations, while the Giant WheelSystem allows for tubeless tyres up to 38mm, reducing the risk of flats and offering a smoother ride.
Equipped with a Shimano Sora 18-speed drivetrain, the Contend AR 3 delivers reliable and efficient shifting across a wide range of gears, making it versatile for different terrains. The Tektro MD-C550 mechanical disc brakes provide consistent braking power and better control, even in wet conditions and on rough roads.
The bike also features Giant’s S-R2 Disc wheelset with 700x32c tyres, ensuring stability and grip. The integrated design of the bike, including flat mounts and 12mm thru-axles, offers seamless disc brake integration for total control.
Occasionally, without notice, manufacturers change product design and/or specifications.
| Frame | ALUXX-Grade Aluminium, disc |
| Fork | Advanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, disc |
| Stem | Giant Sport |
| Bars | Giant Connect |
| Front Brake | Tektro MD-C550 mechanical, Giant MPH rotors [F]160mm, [R]160mm |
| Rear Brake | Tektro MD-C550 mechanical, Giant MPH rotors [F]160mm, [R]160mm |
| Brake Lever | Shimano Sora |
| Front Mech | Shimano Sora |
| Rear Mech | Shimano Sora |
| Shifters | Shimano Sora 2x9 |
| Speed | 18 |
| Rims | Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset, alloy, 22mm inner rim width |
| Front Hub | Giant alloy, 12mm thru-axle |
| Rear Hub | Giant alloy, 12mm thru-axle |
| Spokes | Sapim |
| Front Tyre | Giant S-R3 AC, 700x32c (34mm effective width) |
| Rear Tyre | Giant S-R3 AC, 700x32c (34mm effective width) |
| Seat Post | Giant D-Fuse, alloy, 14mm offset |
| Saddle | Giant Approach |
| Chainset | Shimano Sora, 34/50 |
| Bottom Bracket | cartridge |
| Chain | KMC X9 |
| Cassette | Shimano CS-HG400, 11x34 |
| Pedals | Pedal with toe clips/straps |
Giant Contend Size Chart
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Inside Leg (Inches) Vs Rider Height (Feet & Inches) |
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28” |
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32” |
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36” |
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5’ 3” |
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5’ 4” |
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5’ 5” |
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5’ 6” |
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5’ 7” |
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5’ 8” |
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5’ 9” |
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5’ 10” |
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5’ 11” |
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6’ 0” |
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6’ 1” |
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6’ 2” |
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6’ 3” |
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6’ 4” |
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6’ 5” |
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