GIANT Contend AR 2

The "Contend AR 2" model from the GIANT brand from 2022 is a versatile and high-performance road bike that is suitable for both long rides and demanding routes. The price for this model is EUR 1399.

The frame of the Contend AR 2 consists of an AluxX aluminium frame with a maximum tyre clearance of 38 mm and a 12x142 mm thru-axle. The fork is an Advanced full carbon fork with an OD1 steerer tube and a 12x100 mm thru-axle, which ensures high stiffness and precise handling.

Braking performance is provided by mechanical Tektro MD-C550 disc brakes with 160 mm brake discs, which are actuated via Shimano Tiagra brake levers. The drivetrain consists of a Shimano Tiagra GS 10-speed drivetrain and a Shimano Tiagra front derailleur, controlled by Shimano Tiagra shifters. The crankset is also from Shimano Tiagra and has 50/34T chainrings, while the sprocket has a gradation of 11-34T. The drivetrain is completed by a KMC X10-1 chain.

The bike's cockpit is complemented by a GIANT Connect handlebar and GIANT Cork grips. The stem is a GIANT Sport model with a length of 110 mm, while the handlebars have a width of 440 mm. The bike is equipped with GIANT S-R2 Disc rims, which are tubeless ready, and GIANT Gavia Fondo 2 tyres in size 700x32c, also tubeless ready with 30 TPI.

The hubs and spokes are also GIANT S-R2 Disc models. Comfort is provided by a GIANT Approach saddle mounted on a GIANT Contact D-Fuse seatpost. The bike is compatible with the GIANT Rack-It Metro (Lite) pannier rack.

The geometry of the Contend AR 2 comprises a reach of 400 mm, a stack of 638 mm, a seat tube length of 585 mm and a top tube length of 595 mm. The head tube angle is 73 degrees, as is the seat tube angle. The head tube has a length of 215 mm, the chainstay length is 422 mm and the bottom bracket drop is 80 mm. The fork pre-bend measures 53 mm and the standover height is 856 mm. The crank length is 175 mm and the wheelbase of the bike is 1046 mm.

Overall, the GIANT Contend AR 2 from 2022 offers a balanced combination of performance, comfort and versatility at an attractive price.