The Details

Please note, any warranty claims arising from this product will need to be facilitated either direct through the manufacturer, or via a local Giant dealer. This is because we are no longer an authorised Giant dealer, and are therefore unable to process warranty claims through them. We are still able to process warranty claims for third party components such as Shimano for example. This does not affect your warranty, or your statutory rights.

The Giant Contend 1 2021 Aluminium Road Bike is designed for aspiring riders aiming to ride a little faster and go a little further. The bike offers a balanced road geometry, with a frame specifically engineered to produce a balanced all-rounder feel, blending confident rider positioning with agile cornering and acceleration.

In addition, the Contend 1 offers a smooth, efficient ride quality and a quick, agile feel on the road. The innovative D-Fuse seatpost helps reduce road shocks and vibrations, and there’s enough frame and fork clearance to run wider tyres (up to 32mm) to further smooth out the ride. Plus, 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.

There Contend 1 also comes with mounts for both rack and mudguards to ensure that the Contend can deal with any type of riding no matter the weather.

It’s a true all-rounder for ambitious road riders.

  • Smooth, efficient ride quality
  • D-Fuse seatpost helps reduce road shocks and vibrations
  • Enough frame and fork clearance to run wider tyres (up to 32mm)

Our Verdict

The Giant Contend 1 2021 Aluminium Road Bike is smooth, fast and fun. It’s the perfect choice to help you push the pace, ride more miles, and expand your road riding experience.

Key Specifications

  • Frame - ALUXX-Grade Aluminum
  • Fork - Advanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer
  • Number of Gears - 18 Speed
  • Shifters - Shimano Sora 2x9
  • Chainset - Shimano Sora, 34/50
  • Cassette - Shimano CS-HG400, 11x34
  • Chain - KMC X9
  • Front Derailleur - Shimano Sora
  • Rear Derailleur - Shimano Sora
  • Bottom Bracket - Cartridge
  • Rims - Giant S-R3 wheelset
  • Front Hub - Giant S-R3 wheelset
  • Rear Hub - Giant S-R3 wheelset
  • Front Tyre - Giant S-R3 AC, 700x25mm
  • Rear Tyre - Giant S-R3 AC, 700x25mm
  • Front Brake - Tektro TK-B177
  • Rear Brake - Tektro TK-B177
  • Brake Levers - Shimano Sora
  • Handlebars - Giant Connect
  • Stem - Giant Sport
  • Saddle - Giant Approach
  • Seatpost - Giant D-Fuse, alloy
  • Manufacturers disclaimer - Please note that, based on component availability and other factors, specifications are subject to change without notice.

Sizing Information

Giant Road Bikes Size Guide

Giant high performance and racing road bikes size guide for: Propel, TCR and Contend products.

 

Rider height (ft/ins) Inside leg (ins) Size                
5'3" - 5'5" 26" - 30" XS
5'5" - 5'8" 27" - 32" S
5'8" - 5'11" 29" - 33" M
5'11" - 6'1" 30" - 34" M / L
6'1" - 6'4" 31" - 36" L
6'4" - 6'5" 33" - 37" XL

 

Giant smooth-riding endurance road bike size guide for Defy Advanced

 

Rider height (ft/ins) Inside leg (ins) Size                
5'5" - 5'8" 27" - 29" S
5'8" - 5'11" 27" - 31" M
5'11" - 6'1" 32" - 33" M / L
6'1" - 6'4" 34" - 36" L
6'4" - 6'5" 35" - 37" XL

Delivery

Standard Delivery - FREE on all bikes*

Bikes are given a full pre-delivery inspection and delivered 95% built, with only pedals to be fitted and handlebars to be adjusted. Sent via a 24 hour courier service in a best in sector bike cargo box with wheel braces and wrapped in 100% recyclable protective packaging to prevent damage during transit.

*Some off-shore locations and areas of Scotland may incur a surcharge of £39.99. Please check shipping cost before checking out, these areas may also have an extended lead time.

 

Premium Delivery  - £99.99

Our Premium same-day bike delivery service is our quickest and best delivery service; once despatched, you'll receive your new bike later that same day with a personalised delivery slot to suit you. Your bike will come fully built and 100% ready to ride, with any accessories you've ordered fitted too. Our Customer Care team will call to arrange a delivery day and a personalised delivery slot to suit you. There are no middlemen or distribution centres - your new bike will come from Rutland Cycling, direct to your doorstep. Plus, there is minimal packaging to dispose of!

 

Same Day Premium bike delivery at Rutland Cycling

 

Click & collect - FREE on ALL bikes

Our Click & Collect service offers all the benefits of shopping online, combined with an award-winning retail experience in one of our stores. Simply order your items, select Click & Collect and pick up your item at a time that's convenient for you - our stores are open 7 days a week. Best of all, the service is completely free.

Please note, any warranty claims arising from this product will need to be facilitated either direct through the manufacturer, or via a local Giant dealer. This is because we are no longer an authorised Giant dealer, and are therefore unable to process warranty claims through them. We are still able to process warranty claims for third party components such as Shimano for example. This does not affect your warranty, or your statutory rights.

The Giant Contend 1 2021 Aluminium Road Bike is designed for aspiring riders aiming to ride a little faster and go a little further. The bike offers a balanced road geometry, with a frame specifically engineered to produce a balanced all-rounder feel, blending confident rider positioning with agile cornering and acceleration.

In addition, the Contend 1 offers a smooth, efficient ride quality and a quick, agile feel on the road. The innovative D-Fuse seatpost helps reduce road shocks and vibrations, and there’s enough frame and fork clearance to run wider tyres (up to 32mm) to further smooth out the ride. Plus, 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.

There Contend 1 also comes with mounts for both rack and mudguards to ensure that the Contend can deal with any type of riding no matter the weather.

It’s a true all-rounder for ambitious road riders.

  • Smooth, efficient ride quality
  • D-Fuse seatpost helps reduce road shocks and vibrations
  • Enough frame and fork clearance to run wider tyres (up to 32mm)
  • Frame - ALUXX-Grade Aluminum
  • Fork - Advanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer
  • Number of Gears - 18 Speed
  • Shifters - Shimano Sora 2x9
  • Chainset - Shimano Sora, 34/50
  • Cassette - Shimano CS-HG400, 11x34
  • Chain - KMC X9
  • Front Derailleur - Shimano Sora
  • Rear Derailleur - Shimano Sora
  • Bottom Bracket - Cartridge
  • Rims - Giant S-R3 wheelset
  • Front Hub - Giant S-R3 wheelset
  • Rear Hub - Giant S-R3 wheelset
  • Front Tyre - Giant S-R3 AC, 700x25mm
  • Rear Tyre - Giant S-R3 AC, 700x25mm
  • Front Brake - Tektro TK-B177
  • Rear Brake - Tektro TK-B177
  • Brake Levers - Shimano Sora
  • Handlebars - Giant Connect
  • Stem - Giant Sport
  • Saddle - Giant Approach
  • Seatpost - Giant D-Fuse, alloy
  • Manufacturers disclaimer - Please note that, based on component availability and other factors, specifications are subject to change without notice.

The Giant Contend 1 2021 Aluminium Road Bike is smooth, fast and fun. It’s the perfect choice to help you push the pace, ride more miles, and expand your road riding experience.

Sizing Information

Giant Road Bikes Size Guide

Giant high performance and racing road bikes size guide for: Propel, TCR and Contend products.

 

Rider height (ft/ins) Inside leg (ins) Size                
5'3" - 5'5" 26" - 30" XS
5'5" - 5'8" 27" - 32" S
5'8" - 5'11" 29" - 33" M
5'11" - 6'1" 30" - 34" M / L
6'1" - 6'4" 31" - 36" L
6'4" - 6'5" 33" - 37" XL

 

Giant smooth-riding endurance road bike size guide for Defy Advanced

 

Rider height (ft/ins) Inside leg (ins) Size                
5'5" - 5'8" 27" - 29" S
5'8" - 5'11" 27" - 31" M
5'11" - 6'1" 32" - 33" M / L
6'1" - 6'4" 34" - 36" L
6'4" - 6'5" 35" - 37" XL

Standard Delivery - FREE on all bikes*

Bikes are given a full pre-delivery inspection and delivered 95% built, with only pedals to be fitted and handlebars to be adjusted. Sent via a 24 hour courier service in a best in sector bike cargo box with wheel braces and wrapped in 100% recyclable protective packaging to prevent damage during transit.

*Some off-shore locations and areas of Scotland may incur a surcharge of £39.99. Please check shipping cost before checking out, these areas may also have an extended lead time.

 

Premium Delivery  - £99.99

Our Premium same-day bike delivery service is our quickest and best delivery service; once despatched, you'll receive your new bike later that same day with a personalised delivery slot to suit you. Your bike will come fully built and 100% ready to ride, with any accessories you've ordered fitted too. Our Customer Care team will call to arrange a delivery day and a personalised delivery slot to suit you. There are no middlemen or distribution centres - your new bike will come from Rutland Cycling, direct to your doorstep. Plus, there is minimal packaging to dispose of!

 

Same Day Premium bike delivery at Rutland Cycling

 

Click & collect - FREE on ALL bikes

Our Click & Collect service offers all the benefits of shopping online, combined with an award-winning retail experience in one of our stores. Simply order your items, select Click & Collect and pick up your item at a time that's convenient for you - our stores are open 7 days a week. Best of all, the service is completely free.

Finance your purchase with us today and spread the cost.

Purchase Price £699.99
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All of our finance options are available online with no deposit, however if you would like to pay a deposit then you can speak to our helpful sales team who will arrange this and process your application for you.

Available Finance Options
Duration (months) Interest Rate (p.a. fixed) Monthly Payments Amount of Credit Total Repayable Deferral period
12 months 15.9 % APR £63.13 £699.99 £757.56 0.0
24 months 15.9 % APR £33.89 £699.99 £813.36 0.0
36 months 15.9 % APR £24.21 £699.99 £871.56 0.0
48 months 15.9 % APR £19.43 £699.99 £932.64 0.0
36 months 16.9 % APR £26.16 £699.99 £941.76 6

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