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Giant Defy Advanced 3 2021 Carbon Road Bike Charcoal
Giant Defy Advanced 3 2021 Carbon Road Bike Charcoal
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The Details
Even with its smooth ride quality, it still delivers a lightweight, stiff and lively feel when you’re climbing, accelerating and cornering.
The Defy Advanced is engineered with D-Fuse seatpost and handlebar system optimised to absorb road vibration and shocks. Coupling smooth ride quality and a lightweight feel - this carbon road bike will give an efficient and high-performance ride quality that helps you push new limits of endurance.
- D-Fuse seatpost and handlebar system to help reduce road vibrations
- A tubeless Giant WheelSystem and tyres that boost speed and efficiency
- Integrated disc brakes with flat-mount disc brake tabs and 12mm thru-axles, for added control
Our Verdict
The Giant Defy Advanced 3 road bike is smooth-riding and built for endurance, helping you tackle long-distance rides, on all road types.
Industry Reviews
Key Specifications
Key Specifications
- Frame - Advanced-Grade Composite, disc. Compatible with fenders
- Fork - Advanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, disc
- Brakes - Shimano Tiagra hydraulic
Full Specification
- Frame - Advanced-Grade Composite, disc. Compatible with fenders
- Fork - Advanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, disc
- Shifters - Shimano Tiagra
- Cassette - Shimano Tiagra, 11x34
- Chain - KMC X10-1
- Front Derailleur - Shimano Tiagra
- Rear Derailleur - Shimano Tiagra
- Bottom Bracket - Shimano, press fit
- Rims - Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset
- Hub - Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset, 12mm thru-axle
- Front Tyre - Giant Gavia Fondo 1, tubeless, 700x32c, folding (max tyre width possible: 35mm)
- Rear Tyre - Giant Gavia Fondo 1, tubeless, 700x32c, folding (max tyre width possible: 35mm)
- Front Brake - Shimano Tiagra hydraulic
- Rear Brake - Shimano Tiagra hydraulic
- Brake Levers - Shimano Tiagra
- Handlebars - Giant Contact SL D-Fuse
- Grips - Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset
- Stem - Giant Contact
- Saddle - Giant Approach
- Seatpost - Giant D-Fuse, composite
- Weight - Approx 9kg (Medium)
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!
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.
Even with its smooth ride quality, it still delivers a lightweight, stiff and lively feel when you’re climbing, accelerating and cornering.
The Defy Advanced is engineered with D-Fuse seatpost and handlebar system optimised to absorb road vibration and shocks. Coupling smooth ride quality and a lightweight feel - this carbon road bike will give an efficient and high-performance ride quality that helps you push new limits of endurance.
- D-Fuse seatpost and handlebar system to help reduce road vibrations
- A tubeless Giant WheelSystem and tyres that boost speed and efficiency
- Integrated disc brakes with flat-mount disc brake tabs and 12mm thru-axles, for added control
Key Specifications
- Frame - Advanced-Grade Composite, disc. Compatible with fenders
- Fork - Advanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, disc
- Brakes - Shimano Tiagra hydraulic
Full Specification
- Frame - Advanced-Grade Composite, disc. Compatible with fenders
- Fork - Advanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, disc
- Shifters - Shimano Tiagra
- Cassette - Shimano Tiagra, 11x34
- Chain - KMC X10-1
- Front Derailleur - Shimano Tiagra
- Rear Derailleur - Shimano Tiagra
- Bottom Bracket - Shimano, press fit
- Rims - Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset
- Hub - Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset, 12mm thru-axle
- Front Tyre - Giant Gavia Fondo 1, tubeless, 700x32c, folding (max tyre width possible: 35mm)
- Rear Tyre - Giant Gavia Fondo 1, tubeless, 700x32c, folding (max tyre width possible: 35mm)
- Front Brake - Shimano Tiagra hydraulic
- Rear Brake - Shimano Tiagra hydraulic
- Brake Levers - Shimano Tiagra
- Handlebars - Giant Contact SL D-Fuse
- Grips - Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset
- Stem - Giant Contact
- Saddle - Giant Approach
- Seatpost - Giant D-Fuse, composite
- Weight - Approx 9kg (Medium)
The Giant Defy Advanced 3 road bike is smooth-riding and built for endurance, helping you tackle long-distance rides, on all road types.
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!
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.
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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 | £157.82 | £1,749.99 | £1,893.84 | 0.0 |
| 24 months | 15.9 % APR | £84.72 | £1,749.99 | £2,033.28 | 0.0 |
| 36 months | 15.9 % APR | £60.53 | £1,749.99 | £2,179.08 | 0.0 |
| 48 months | 15.9 % APR | £48.57 | £1,749.99 | £2,331.36 | 0.0 |
| 36 months | 16.9 % APR | £65.40 | £1,749.99 | £2,354.40 | 6 |
Finance representative examples
Find below representative examples for both 9.9%APR and 0%APR finance. Full details of available finance products can be found on individual product pages. Full details and T&Cs regarding our finance options can be found here.
| 12 months 0% APR representative | 48 months 9.9% APR representativee | |
| Price | £999.00 | £1788.00 |
| Advance Payment | £100.00 | £0.00 |
| Amount of Credit | £899.00 | £1788.00 |
| Interest Rate | 0% p.a. fixed | 9.9% p.a. fixed |
| Respresentative | 0%APR | 9.9%APR |
| Total Term | 12 months | 48 months |
| Payment Holiday | 0 months | 0 months |
| Monthly payments | 12 x £74.91 | 48 x £44.91 |
| Total Amount Payable | £898.92 | £2,115.68 |