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The Talon 29 2 embodies the great developments that have been happening with low-cost bikes, although it can be easy to overlook a rather unassuming bike like this one. Compared to the Marlin 7, which skews toward the aggressive side with a longer and lower fit, the Talon 29 2 gives riders a more upright riding position. Throughout the range of sizes, reach and stack are on the short and high side of the spectrum. When you’re bashing over rocks and roots every little bit counts and this small difference was perceptible. The 69-degree head angle doesn’t count as slack in the modern sense of long, low, and slack mountain bike geometry, but is more relaxed than the Marlin 7. A steep 73.5-degree seat angle helps you keep power on the pedals and maintain traction on steep climbs. On paper you’ll see it has the chops to be a hard-charging, aggressive XC bike. This bike is a great mix of performance, value, and practicality. Stem: Giant Sport Ready to be Ridden Hard
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Handlebar: 780mm Giant Connect Trail, alloy
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If you prefer 27.5-inch wheels, the Talon 2 and the Talon 3 have identical builds and prices to the Talon 29 2 and Talon 29 3, but with 27.5-inch wheels. If this is a little more bike than you need, the Talon 29 3 has the same aluminum frame hung with cheaper components to bring the price down to $550. Some riders may prefer a tire with a more aggressive tread pattern.Mostly didn't use anything over 3rd level of assist up hills. Goof! Put yourself in my shoes, or Shaddap! is that what I'm in for? Really? I was expecting a comment or two on a more difficult trail or hill climb, but tooling around the neighborhood? I immediately let out a loud guffaw/laugh! Man. Not quite under his breath, and easily heard he says. not even 90 seconds into the first ride, I come across another MTB rider going the other way/towards me. Went out for a quick spin, and did another after supper. Here it is all loaded up at the store today. I just got back from 2 rides, and it's amazing! Love it!Ī 2019 Giant Fathom E+ 2 for your perusal. So, did some research for 3 weeks, spoke to some buddies on my guitar forum that are bike geeks and ended up choosing this 2019 Fathom! I'm the first to order one from the LBS! I was sick and tired of being sick and tired so now that I'm doing better, I figured why not try something I like (biking) but make it easier to get back into? I'm 61 and was diagnosed with a blood clot last year so have gotten way out of shape. Just got my new (and first) e-bike last week.
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