GIANT Roam EX

The "Roam EX" model from GIANT, released in 2023, offers versatile and robust features at a price of 949 EUR. The bike’s frame is an AluxX frame with QR and allows for a maximum tyre clearance of 53 mm, ensuring additional stability and comfort.

The braking system consists of Tektro TKD 143 disc brakes with 160 mm rotors, which ensure reliable braking performance. The bike is fitted with a Shimano Alivio M3100 9-speed groupset, whilst the shifters are Shimano Altus M2010 2-speed. The front derailleur is a Shimano Acera, ensuring precise and smooth gear changes.

The SR Suntour NEX HLO fork offers 63 mm of travel and a quick-release mechanism, ensuring a comfortable ride on a wide variety of surfaces. Lighting is provided by a Busch & Müller OneFive front light with 30 lux and a Busch & Müller Secula rear light, which ensure good visibility in the dark.

The bike is fitted with platform pedals and features a cartridge bottom bracket. The crankset is made of forged aluminium with 46/30T chainrings and a chain guard. The cassette is a Shimano CS-HG200 with a gear ratio of 11–36T, and the drivetrain uses a KMC X-9 chain.

The handlebars are GIANT Sport XC, complemented by GIANT Connect Ergo grips and a GIANT Sport stem. The rims are GIANT GX28, and the tyres are GIANT CrossCut, measuring 700x42c with a density of 60 TPI, supplied with inner tubes. The hubs are Shimano DH-T4050 at the front and FH-RM35 at the rear, whilst the spokes are made of stainless steel (14G).

The saddle is a GIANT Sport model, mounted on a GIANT D-Fuse seatpost. The bike also features a GIANT KSA18 kickstand and is compatible with the GIANT Rack-It Metro (Lite) luggage rack. Additional features include SKS mudguards, which protect the bike in adverse weather conditions.

Overall, the GIANT Roam EX 2023 offers a balanced blend of comfort, versatility and reliability, making it an attractive choice for a variety of uses.