GIANT FastRoad SL 2

The "FastRoad SL 2" model from the GIANT brand from 2022 is characterised by a wide range of technical features and high-quality equipment. The price for this bike is EUR 1049. The frame of the bike consists of an AluxX SL frame with a maximum tyre clearance of 35 mm. Tektro HD-R280 brakes with 160/140 mm discs are used for the brakes, which are operated by Tektro HD-R280 brake levers.

The derailleur is a Shimano Sora 9-speed, supplemented by Shimano Sora shifters with a 2x shifting system. The front derailleur is also from Shimano Sora. The fork is made of Advanced Carbon with an OD1 aluminium steerer tube and QR. Pedals are also included in the scope of delivery. The bottom bracket is an FSA MegaExo, while the crankset is an FSA Omega with 50/34T chainrings. The cassette is a Shimano CS-HG201 with 11-34T, and the drivetrain is a KMC X9 chain.

The handlebars are a GIANT Sport model with a width of 620 mm, and the grips are GIANT Connect Ergo. The stem is also from GIANT Sport and has a length of 110 mm. The rims are GIANT S-R3 Disc, and the tyres are GIANT S-R3-AC in size 700x32c. The hubs are GIANT S-R3, and the spokes are made of Stainless 14G.

The saddle is a GIANT Approach and the seat post is a GIANT D-Fuse. The bike is compatible with the GIANT Rack-It Metro (Lite) pannier rack. The geometric data includes a reach of 416 mm, a stack of 631 mm, a seat tube length of 550 mm and a top tube length of 615 mm. The head tube angle is 73 degrees, as is the seat tube angle. The head tube length is 225 mm, the chainstay length is 425 mm and the bottom bracket drop is 70 mm. The fork pre-bend is 50 mm, the standover height is 795 mm, the crank length is 175 mm, and the wheelbase totals 1065 mm.

Overall, the GIANT FastRoad SL 2 offers a balanced combination of high-quality components and well thought-out geometry that is suitable for both sporty rides and everyday use.