The Anthem X Advanced SL 1 is a high-performance cross-country/trail mountain bike that blends XC efficiency with modern trail capability. Built around an ultra-light Advanced SL carbon frame, it features 120 mm of rear suspension, a 130 mm fork, adjustable geometry, integrated cable routing, and down tube storage for riders who want speed, control, and versatility on technical terrain.

 

Key Performance Factors

 

• Race-Bred Trail Speed

- Ultra-light full-composite frameset

- Efficient climbing and rapid acceleration

- Integrated cockpit and wheel system designed for maximum responsiveness

- Semi-integrated rear shock design reduces weight and creates room for a second water bottle

 

• Total Control

- 120 mm FlexPoint Pro rear suspension

- 130 mm Fox fork

- Adjustable geometry via two-position flip chip

- Wide rims and rapid-engagement hub system improve traction and handling on rough terrain

 

• System Integration

- One-piece integrated carbon handlebar/stem

- Internal cable routing for a clean appearance

- Improved vibration damping and rider comfort

- Multiple stem lengths available to optimize fit

 

Frame

• Advanced SL-grade composite front and rear triangles

• 120 mm FlexPoint Pro suspension

• Flip chip geometry adjustment

• 12x148 mm thru-axle

• Integrated frame storage

 

Fork

• Fox 34 SL Performance Elite

• 130 mm travel

• GRIP X damper

• Boost 15x110 axle

 

Rear Shock

• Fox Float SL Factory

• 210/50

 

Drivetrain

• SRAM GX AXS Transmission wireless drivetrain

• SRAM AXS Pod controller

• SRAM XS 1275 cassette, 10-52T

• SRAM GX Transmission chain

• SRAM GX Transmission crankset with 32T chainring

 

Brakes

• Shimano Deore XT hydraulic disc brakes

• Shimano RT-MT905 rotors

• 203 mm front rotor

• 180 mm rear rotor

 

Wheelset

• Giant XCR WheelSystem

• Giant MTB alloy hubs

• Carbon spokes

 

Tires

• Maxxis Rekon Race 29 x 2.4"

• Foldable

• EXO casing

• Tubeless ready

 

Cockpit & Contact Points

• Giant Integrated XC carbon handlebar, 780 mm width

• Giant Integrated XC Carbon stem

• Giant Tactal lock-on grips

• Giant Contact Switch AT dropper post

• Giant Grit SL saddle

 

Additional Features

 

• Adjustable geometry flip chip

• Integrated down tube storage compartment

• Space for two water bottles

• Wide Guard rim technology

• Rapid-engagement 120-tooth ratchet drive system

• Giant Tubeless System

• MRP 1x chain guide

• Colour: Baja