Smooth, fast and fun.  The 2025 Giant Contend 3 Shimano Claris 8 Speed Rim Brake Road Bike is a versatile aluminum road bike that has been revamped to give it a well-rounded performance ride quality. The Giant Contend 3 is a perfect choice to help you push the pace, ride more miles, and expand your road riding experience.

Designed for aspiring riders aiming to ride a little faster and go a little farther, the Giant Contend 3 offers a smooth, efficient ride quality and a quick, agile feel on the road. The innovative D-Fuse seatpost helps reduce road shocks and vibrations, and there’s enough frame and fork clearance to run wider tires (up to 28mm) to further smooth out the ride. Engineered and built in Giant’s industry-leading aluminum forging facility, it’s a true all-rounder for ambitious road riders.

Specifications

• Frame - ALUXX-grade aluminum
• Fork - Alloy, OverDrive steerer
• Shock - N/A
• Handlebar - Giant Connect XS:40cm, S:40cm, M:42cm, M/L:42cm, L:44cm, XL:44cm
• Grips - Velo cork tape
• Stem - Giant Sport XS:80mm, S:90mm, M:100mm, M/L:110mm, L:110mm, XL:110mm
• Seatpost - Giant D-Fuse, alloy, 14mm offset
• Saddle - Giant Approach
• Shifters - Shimano Claris
• Front Derailleur - Shimano Claris
• Rear Derailleur - Shimano Claris
• Brakes - Tektro TK-B177
• Brake Levers - Shimano Claris
• Cassette - Shimano CS-HG50, 11x34
• Chain - KMC Z72
• Crankset - FSA Tempo, 34/50 XS:170mm, S:170mm, M:172.5mm, M/L:172.5mm, L:175mm, XL:175mm
• Bottom Bracket - Cartridge
• Rims - Giant S-R3 wheelset, alloy
• Hubs - Giant alloy
• Spokes - Stainless
• Tires - CST Sprint, 700x28c 
• Extras - 28mm max tire size
• Max Tire Clearance - 28mm

• **Specifications subject to change without notice
• Your new bike will arrive with the handlebars detached, the front wheel detached, and the seatpost/saddle detached.  We recommend that you have your local mechanic or bike store assist with the final assembly who will charge an assembly fee to complete the assembly of your new bike.

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