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Contend AR 3

Contend AR 3

The Giant Contend AR 3 is an endurance road bike designed to handle both pavement and rough backroads. Its lightweight aluminum frame and Advanced-grade composite fork provide a smooth, efficient ride, while wide tire clearance (up to 38mm) enhances stability and comfort. A Shimano Sora 2x9-speed drivetrain ensures crisp shifting, and hydraulic disc brakes deliver reliable stopping power in all conditions. Whether you're tackling long road rides or exploring new routes, the Contend AR 3 is built for adventure.

Frameset

Frame:ALUXX-grade aluminum, 12x142mm thru-axle, disc
Fork:Advanced-grade composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, 12x100mm thru-axle, disc
Headset:Giant OverDrive system – 1 1/4” lower & 1 1/8” upper bearings for optimal steering stiffness

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur:Shimano Sora, 9-speed
Front Derailleur:Shimano Sora, 2-speed
Shifters:Shimano Sora, 2x9 speed
Chain:KMC X9
Crank:Shimano Sora, 34/50, 175mm
Cassette:Shimano CS-HG400, 9-speed, 11x34
Bottom Bracket:Cartridge

Brakes

Brakes:Tektro MD-C550 mechanical, Shimano rotors [F]160mm, [R]160mm
Brake Levers:Shimano Sora

Wheels

Rims:Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset
Spokes:Stainless
Hubs:Giant alloy, 12mm thru-axle
Front Tire:Giant S-R3 AC, 700x32c
Rear Tire:Giant S-R3 AC, 700x32c

Components

Handlebar:Giant Connect, 31.8mm, 440mm
Stem:Giant Sport, 110mm
Grips:Velo cork tape with gel
Saddle:Giant Approach
Seatpost:Giant D-Fuse, alloy, 14mm offset

Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice based on component availability.

Size Height Range
XS
5’2”

5’7”
S
5’5”

5’9”
M
5’7”

5’11”
ML
5’10”

6’2”
L
6’0”

6’4”
XL
6’2”

6’6”
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Original: $1,235.00

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Contend AR 3—

$1,235.00

$432.25
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Description

The Giant Contend AR 3 is an endurance road bike designed to handle both pavement and rough backroads. Its lightweight aluminum frame and Advanced-grade composite fork provide a smooth, efficient ride, while wide tire clearance (up to 38mm) enhances stability and comfort. A Shimano Sora 2x9-speed drivetrain ensures crisp shifting, and hydraulic disc brakes deliver reliable stopping power in all conditions. Whether you're tackling long road rides or exploring new routes, the Contend AR 3 is built for adventure.

Frameset

Frame:ALUXX-grade aluminum, 12x142mm thru-axle, disc
Fork:Advanced-grade composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, 12x100mm thru-axle, disc
Headset:Giant OverDrive system – 1 1/4” lower & 1 1/8” upper bearings for optimal steering stiffness

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur:Shimano Sora, 9-speed
Front Derailleur:Shimano Sora, 2-speed
Shifters:Shimano Sora, 2x9 speed
Chain:KMC X9
Crank:Shimano Sora, 34/50, 175mm
Cassette:Shimano CS-HG400, 9-speed, 11x34
Bottom Bracket:Cartridge

Brakes

Brakes:Tektro MD-C550 mechanical, Shimano rotors [F]160mm, [R]160mm
Brake Levers:Shimano Sora

Wheels

Rims:Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset
Spokes:Stainless
Hubs:Giant alloy, 12mm thru-axle
Front Tire:Giant S-R3 AC, 700x32c
Rear Tire:Giant S-R3 AC, 700x32c

Components

Handlebar:Giant Connect, 31.8mm, 440mm
Stem:Giant Sport, 110mm
Grips:Velo cork tape with gel
Saddle:Giant Approach
Seatpost:Giant D-Fuse, alloy, 14mm offset

Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice based on component availability.

Size Height Range
XS
5’2”

5’7”
S
5’5”

5’9”
M
5’7”

5’11”
ML
5’10”

6’2”
L
6’0”

6’4”
XL
6’2”

6’6”