# Giant Talon 2 (2027)

> Trade the traffic queue for a lap through the woods.

- Type: hardtail mountain bike (Entry-level)
- Price EU: €800 at Giant — https://www.giant-bicycles.com/de/talon-2-2027
- Price US: not sold
- Frame: Aluminium
- Groupset: microSHIFT Advent RD-M6195 9-fach
- Gears: 1x9
- Brakes: Disc
- Wheel size: 27.5" / 29"
- Tyre width (mm): 61
- Weight (kg): 14.7
- Sizes: XS (27.5"), S (27.5"), S (29"), M (29"), L (29"), XL (29"), XXL (29")

**Pros:** Aluminium frame; microSHIFT Advent RD-M6195 9-fach

## Size chart

| Size | Rider height | Inseam |
|---|---|---|
| XS (27.5") | 155–166 cm (5′1″–5′5″) | — |
| S (27.5") | 163–172 cm (5′4″–5′8″) | — |
| S (29") | 163–172 cm (5′4″–5′8″) | — |
| M (29") | 169–179 cm (5′7″–5′10″) | — |
| L (29") | 176–186 cm (5′9″–6′1″) | — |
| XL (29") | 183–193 cm (6′0″–6′4″) | — |
| XXL (29") | 190–200 cm (6′3″–6′7″) | — |

## FAQ

### How much does the Giant Talon 2 cost?

About €800 (EU). Prices change often, so check the retailer for the current price.

### What size Giant Talon 2 do I need?

XS (27.5"): 155–166 cm (5′1″–5′5″); S (27.5"): 163–172 cm (5′4″–5′8″); S (29"): 163–172 cm (5′4″–5′8″); M (29"): 169–179 cm (5′7″–5′10″); L (29"): 176–186 cm (5′9″–6′1″); XL (29"): 183–193 cm (6′0″–6′4″); XXL (29"): 190–200 cm (6′3″–6′7″). Between sizes: the smaller is more agile, the larger more stable.

### Who is the Giant Talon 2 for?

It's a entry-level hardtail mountain bike: Great value, solid parts, room to grow into. Hardtail mountain bikes are best for forest roads, fire roads and flowing trails, beginners who want to learn mountain biking without spending a fortune, cross-country racing and fast climbing.

### What are alternatives to the Giant Talon 2?

CUBE Aim SLT (€799), Giant Talon 4 ($650), Polygon Cascade 4 ($650).

Source: https://pedaloracle.com/bikes/hardtail-mountain-bikes/giant-talon-2/