2023 Giant Trance X Advanced Pro 29 2 - Details, Specs, Review... can't find any flaws though
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- Опубликовано: 13 мар 2023
- This is one of the nicest top to bottom specs for a bike in this price range. There's no junky cranks, the brakes are good, suspension is awesome and so is the drivetrain. Watch this video to see the details of this top value high-end full suspension carbon trail mountain bike.
Put this on your shopping list if you're interested in bikes like the Ibis Ripmo, Yeti SB130, Specialized Stump Jumper, Santa Cruz Bronson or Hightower... unless you really want to spend more than you have to.
This full-composite frame is engineered for 135mm of rear travel and 150mm up front. The Maestro rear suspension has a two-stage adjustable Advanced Forged Composite rocker arm with a trunnion-mount shock. A flip chip lets you choose either low or high frame geometry settings, which adjusts the headtube and seattube angle, along with the bottom bracket drop, to fine tune handling for your riding style and terrain. 
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Just got mine!
Everything he said is accurate!
Great review!
Thank you!
Great review can't wait to pick mine up.
Loving those videos, super detailed. I was getting frustrated with Giant precisely because the previous Trance X Advanced Pro 2 would come with carbon wheels, but with NX drive train. The next step up was super expensive LiveValve. This is the first reasonably priced turnkey model I see in this line.
Thanks and I agree... now if only they would make more. They are in short supply for 2023.
Great review! Thank you.
My bike shop just recommended this bike. Beat bang for the buck + it’s on sale. Thanks for your input
Got mine last week here in europe for 3000€, same exact bike.
I have the Al Trance X 2 in large (I'm 6'2") and found it to be absolutely excellent, both as a bike and size-wise. I'd come from an XL 170mm enduro bike that just felt all kinds of long and squishy and kept spitting me off. After 11 months on the Al version I've ordered this bike in a large (on sale in Australia for a crazy low price, like WTF?) and can't wait to get on it.
I used to test ride bikes for a magazine and can honestly say that this bike is not only incredible for the price, it would still be incredible for more money. Its efficiency on climbs is blinding, it descends like a weapon and it loves the flow and pop of trails too. It is probably my favourite mtb of all time. Lots of bikes that cost 50% more have felt 'meh' in comparison. The cost, build quality, parts list and ride characteristics of this range of Trance X bikes is just incredible. And they look really nice in the flesh too.
The true 'does everything very well' mtb. :)
Thanks for your thoughts. I love hearing it and very cool with your background and bike knowledge.
Hi I have just bought a giant advanced x pro 29 the 2022 model hope have bought well seems a good bike can I get and thoughts from you I stay in Scotland thanks
I got this bike at the end of last summer after waiting 6 months for it. This summer was really some of my first time and rides with the bike quickly fell in love. But there has been issues since then That cannot be ignored. My Trance x frame cracked after only 25ish rides. the rear triangle gave out right behind the the front sprocket on the chain stay with cracks also on the rear brake by the through bolt. The frame gave out after having no crashes and on a perfect landing off a small 2 foot drop in Cuyuna MN. since then giant has been really nice and I am getting a new warranty frame but the fact that the first frame even gave out is slightly unsettling.
Wow! Very interesting! I hadn't heard of any of these breaking: that seems like a very legitimate case of warranty and I'm glad to hear (not surprised either) that Giant is looking after you well.
I have the exact same bike in large for my 181 cm height, and I'm falling in love with it more and more deeply. I was afraid that it would come a little too large for me, but this size actually turned out to be perfect. Hope it helps someone out there. As for the rear hub, I'm thinking about the DT Swiss star ratchet conversion, but I find contraversial information on whether it is possible at all. Incredibly poppy and playful bike though, can't recommend it enough!
I got mine last week here in Europe. Same exact bike for 3000 euros. (this is sale price, original price is about 5300€).
How about you, how much did you pay for it? Thank you for your answer.
@@sapphirosadina5530 About €4000 back in last november. Europe too btw.
Great review! How does the overall durability/creaking compare to the new rocky mountain bikes?
That hasn't really crossed my mind. Older Rocky Mountain bikes did have some creaking but Giant's Maestro has been really solid for years... so on current models they're similar, with one caveat being that because between Rocky's Ride 9, Ride 4 and Chainstay chips there are more sources for potential creaking that need to be cleaned occasionally (but are easy to clean).
Hi again thanks for the comment is the advanced x 29 2 all carbon frame also have a giant reign 2 is that a good Enduro bike all for uk trails and hills thanks
I have a couple Reign videos. I'm a big fan
Interesting, I'm in Australia, I bought this exact bike October 2022, and this is marketed as a 2022 model in Aus. Loving it so far. Mine is also slightly upgraded due to parts shortages e.g. I have full SLX brakes from factory.
I get the sense that Australia receives their bikes about 6 months before we do in North America (we often go searching Australian manufacturer websites when looking for hints of upcoming changes in North America). Due to this, maybe they end up having some models out of sync for model year? Our 2022 version of this bike had the same appearance but the specifications differed a bit.
How's your bike gong now? They are clearing them for next season now so can be picked up around 4k.
@@user-fi3uu2ry8i Still happy with it. Have changed chain to XT, the KMC is junk and stretched. better gear changes as well. Probably wouldn't buy carbon again though, too much worry about damage. Carbon rims always worried about rubbing when shuttling. Otherwise, no issues.
@@Ben-tl8vm I have a fear of Carbon Fibre as well, especially the rims as I've hit a few rocks over the years and dented alloy. It's been suggested you to use a foam insert in the tyre to reduce this with Carbon so I'm still thinking of giving it a go.
@@user-fi3uu2ry8i I am thinking of going a light weight insert when i change my tyres next, as it's not an issue for me, just a fear. And maybe just in the rear.
Great review - not sure if it was just me, but the video cut out mid sentence during your summary.
Cheers
Thanks. I'll have to check on that.
I weight 63kg. Around 24 min you mention that light riders may get much out of the forks. What is the effect of being a lighter rider on the front (and rear suspension). Thanks very much
When I mention the suspension being good enough except for very light or very heavy riders it is in reference to it not having separate high and low speed compression/rebound adjustment. The issue for those heavy/light riders is to do with not having a wide enough adjustment range when only having low speed compression/rebound so the fork or shock can feel over damped/too slow rebound for light riders, or under damped/too fast rebound for very heavy riders (once the shock is set to an appropriate pressure). With your weight of 63kg I don't think there would be any issues at all getting suspension to behave appropriately.
thank u , I love it myself , except I got myself an etrance adv , u know what I mean ❤️👀
Oh nice! congrats
Nice bike, not sure why they left the black carbon parts of the frame looking raw, it looks a little like there are air bubbles under the clear coat.
Those exposed carbon bits are a point of pride from the quality builders because they should be showing of that there aren't bubbles or folds or signs of poor workmanship but I hear you that they can look strange especially in certain types of light.
Would this be a nice upgrade from my giant trance 2 2017?
Absolutely! Be prepared to tweak your body position to work with the steeper seat angle and slacker head angle. Once body position is adjusted you should see benefits on climbs and descents.
Hi I stay in the uk is pro29 advanced 2 good trail bike
That is an awesome bike! I raced BC Bike Race on one and it was excellent.
Got 2022 model with 36 fox forks and DPS shock could comment on that stay Scotland
That is a fantastic bike!
Just bought one, but small size. I'm around 5'7" or 5''8, it is okay for me?
Congrats. You fit into the overlap of Small and Medium as far as Giant's recommendation. How does it feel to you? I could imagine a rider seeking additional maneuverability and compact reach choosing a small at your height.
@@BikeBrosBikeShop Don't have it in me yet. It's on its way. They don't have a medium available, and recommended that small is fine for my height since mainly my point is more on playfulness. I'm skeptical about it, but fuck it. What's your thoughts man? Shall I scream out of my stupidity?
In Australia this is on sale, from $7k down to $4k... Im about to pull the trigger on it :)
That is an incredible sale price
Same, ordered mine this week. A crazy price. Exciting times! :D
@@jamesswann don't take my stock bro 😂 i have to wait another week due because stupid car bills
@@abshassan 🤣There's still L in stock, if that's what you need (that's what I got)? I see there's a large 2021 version with RockShox/SRAM on sale somewhere in Australia for $4500 - nicer paint job in my opinion but seems silly to buy an older, lower spec bike for more than the new version. :)
@@jamesswann I just got the L a few days ago, its a bloody awesome bike, yet to take it out on the dirt. I want to get some ride wrap first :)
How much does it weigh?
30.2 lbs, thanks for the video, this bike is near the top of my list now.
Rear travels needs to be bumped up to 140/145mm IMO.
Sounds prophetic
Im 6'2 would you put me on a large or XL
Giant has 6'2 as the tall end of L and the beginning height for XL. I'm 6'1 and my Trance (not "x" model) is a large, measuring about 1cm shorter than the Large Trance X. For myself, I'd go with the size Large to keep the bike a bit more nimble. If your local riding is steep and fast then the XL might be worth consideration or if you have quite a long torso and arms
@@BikeBrosBikeShop yeah the Trance X does have a longer reach... 💪
I'm also 6'2 (and maybe a half) and LOVE the L. Total confidence on it on all terrain.
@@jamesswannawesome! How are you liking the Flight attendant suspension?
@@jamescederquist2507 mine is this ^ bike with the Fox fork and shock - I haven't received this bike yet but am riding the Al version with the same Fox fork and shock, and they're excellent. Very easy to set and forget and perform very well.
Is that 150/130
150/135
I don't see what makes it twice the price of my giant trance x3
The Trance X3 is a great bike and great value. A few of the costly upgrades on this bike and guesses on the extra cost: Carbon frame +$1000, Fox Fork +$300, Drivetrain and brakes +$400, Carbon wheels +$1000. Do these extra things add twice the performance? No, but once you're above the Deore level, additional expense % doesn't relate to performance gain % or weight loss %...
@@BikeBrosBikeShop I suppose it'd be alot more agile then and nice gears! some day ill get one of these maybe
He didn’t even mention the fact that doesn’t have any pedals.
How the hell are you meant to ride it?
Pedals are so last year. just shove your big toe in the crank hole - gives more direct power transfer. If you're serious though, almost no bikes over about $1000 come with pedals any more. This started after shops got sick of having amassed literally buckets of the pedals that came stock on better quality bikes because customers so often had personal preferences that differed from the stock options (especially in the days when SPD style pedals were the norm - yet more than 1/2 the customers didn't want to clip in). Even on cheap bikes these days, upgraded pedals with quality bearings, appropriate size for the rider and a colour that excites the customer are the top selling upgrade in our shop.
Thanks mate
Definitely a joke 😂
Just bought this bike, waiting for it to arrive. Gonna have to toughen up my big toes though.