For the 2013 model year, the bike is initially available in aluminum. However, if you have been following Giant's product history, there is little doubt that carbon will perhaps be used in a year's time. But the aluminum bike is no slouch either. The frame is said to be one of the lightest available in this suspension travel class and the internally routed shift cables are in line with the trend. Otherwise, it is noticeable that Giant attaches great importance to system integration: The stem, handlebars, dropper post and wheels are all made in-house. It is also not unimportant that Giant offers the "Trance X 29er" down to size XS. This is unusual for this suspension travel range, as only very few manufacturers can offer this. The shape of the seat tube allows the large bike to fit even small frame sizes despite the generous suspension travel.

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