2021

Giant Contend AR 4

Name: 2021 Giant Contend AR 4
Brand: Giant

General Endurance

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Colour / Charcoal

Size / X-Small, Small, Medium, Medium/Large, Large, X-Large

At a glance

The 2021 Giant Contend AR 4 is a General and Endurance aluminium road bike. It is priced at $980 USD, comes in a range of sizes, including X-Small, Small, Medium, Medium/Large, Large, X-Large and a shimano drivetrain. The bike is part of Giant's Contend AR 4 range of road bikes.

- Expand your idea of road riding and unlock new possibilities with this versatile all-rounder. With its balanced, smooth riding frame and components, powerful disc brakes and high-volume tubeless tires, Contend AR goes from fast pavement to bumpy backroads with confidence and control.

Designed and developed for aspiring riders looking to elevate their road riding capabilities, Contend AR combines a smooth, responsive ride quality with an ability to handle adventurous new routes. Its disc-brake integration and generous tire clearance (up to 38mm) put you in control, even on rough roads. Its D-Fuse composite seatpost dampens road vibrations, giving you a smoother, more enjoyable ride experience and minimizing fatigue. This is a true all-rounder for those road riders who have a thirst for adventure.

Balanced road geometry

- Frame is specifically engineered to produce a balanced, all-rounder feel that blends confident rider positioning with agile cornering and acceleration.

Smooth ride quality

- Innovative D-Fuse seatpost design reduces road shocks and vibrations, and a Giant WheelSystem lets you run tubeless tires up to 38mm for a smoother ride quality and reduced risk of flats.

Total control

- Seamless disc brake integration including flat mounts and 12mm front and rear thru-axles produces more consistent braking power for better control, even in wet weather and rough roads.

- Frame: ALUXX-Grade Aluminum, disc

- Fork: Advanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, disc

- Wheels: Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset

- Shifters: Shimano Claris

- Crankset: FSA Tempo, 34/50

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Specifications

Frameset

Frame

ALUXX-Grade Aluminum, disc

Wheels

Hubs

Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset
Wheels

Front: 100 x 12mm thru-axle
Rear: 142 x 12mm thru-axle
Tires

[F] Giant S-R3 AC, 700x32c

Drivetrain

Chain

KMC Z72
Crank

FSA Tempo
Bottom Bracket

Cartridge
Front Derailleur

Shimano Claris
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Claris
Shifters

Shimano Claris

Components

Brakeset

Tektro MD-C550
Handlebar

Giant Connect
Saddle

Giant Approach
Seatpost

Giant D-Fuse, alloy
Stem

Giant Sport

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FAQ

Q: How much is a 2021 Giant Contend AR 4?

A 2021 Giant Contend AR 4 is typically priced around $980 USD when new. Be sure to shop around for the best price, and also look to the used market for a great deal.

Q: What size 2021 Giant Contend AR 4 should I get?

The 2021 Giant Contend AR 4 comes in sizes X-Small, Small, Medium, Medium/Large, Large, X-Large. After measuring your height, use the size chart below to find the typical Giant Contend AR 4 size for your height. Remember that these sizes are a general guide and bike sizes can vary between riders and bikes. The best way to find your size is to go for a test ride.

Rider Height (cm)	Rider Height (in)	Frame Size
148cm - 158cm	4'10" - 5'2"	XS
158cm - 168cm	5'2" - 5'6"	S
168cm - 178cm	5'6" - 5' 10"	M
178cm - 185cm	5'10" - 6'1"	L
185cm - 193cm	6'1" - 6'4"	XL
193cm - 198cm	6'4" - 6'6"	XXL

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