The new 2023 Giant Talon 2 with 27.5" wheels is an aluminium hardtail made for aspiring singletrack riders. Built on a new lightweight ALUXX aluminium frame that features classic hardtail design, it's a great choice for XC or light trail terrain. The frame geometry is specifically designed for 27.5"" wheels and is mated to a 80mm travel suspension fork with lockout for pedalling efficiency. Lightweight, responsive aluminium frame SR Suntour suspension fork 80mm travel to iron out the trail Durable, easy-to-use Shimano Deore/Altus 18 speed gearing Tough alloy double-wall rims Sure-stopping Tektro hydraulic disc brakes SIZING: (Rider height) X-Small: 152-167cmSmall: 162-172cm BIKE SPECS FRAME ALUXX-Grade Aluminium, disc FORK SR Suntour XCM30, QR, alloy steerer, 80mm travel FRONT HUB Alloy, sealed bearing with quick release REAR HUB Alloy, sealed bearing, 32H with quick release SPOKES Stainless steel, 14g RIMS Giant GX03V 27.5, alloy, double wall INNER TUBES Schrader valve FRONT TYRE Kenda Booster 27.5", wire bead REAR TYRE Kenda Booster 27.5", wire bead CRANKSET ProWheel Forged, 22/36 chainrings CHAINRINGS 22-36T BOTTOM BRACKET Cartridge SHIFT LEVERS microSHIFT TS39, 2x8 FRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano Altus M2020 REAR DERAILLEUR Shimano Altus M2000 CASSETTE Shimano Deore HG200, 11x32 9 speed CHAIN KMC X9 FRONT BRAKE Tektro TDK143, hydraulic, Tektro rotors 180mm REAR BRAKE Tektro TKD143 hydraulic disc, 160mm HANDLEBARS Giant Connect Trail alloy, 31.8mm GRIPS Giant Sole-O STEM Giant Sport alloy, 7 degree SADDLE Giant custom SEATPOST Giant Sport alloy, 30.9mm SEAT BINDER Alloy clamp PEDALS MTB Caged EXTRAS N/A * Specifications are subject to change without notice