Giant Defy Advanced 3 2026 - Road Bike
The Defy Advanced 3 is an endurance road bike focused on comfort without losing efficiency. A compliant carbon frame, stable geometry and wide tyres make it easy to ride further and stay fresh on long road rides.
Key Features:
- Frame: Advanced-grade composite frame with endurance geometry and thru-axles
- Fork: Advanced-grade full carbon fork with OverDrive steerer
- Drivetrain: Shimano CUES 2x11 drivetrain with wide-range gearing
- Brakes: Shimano CUES hydraulic disc brakes with 160mm rotors
- Wheels: Giant S-R2 Disc alloy wheels with 700x32c tubeless tyres
- Standout: D-Fuse bar and seatpost reduce road vibration
- Finance: Available with 0% APR finance
The Giant Defy Advanced 3 is built for riders who value comfort, control and efficiency over long distances. The Advanced-grade composite frame keeps weight low while delivering a smooth, calm ride feel that suits endurance riding on mixed road surfaces.
Endurance geometry places you in a balanced position that reduces fatigue in your back, neck and shoulders, making long rides more enjoyable. Giant’s “less is more” approach keeps the frame clean and purposeful, focusing on ride quality rather than unnecessary complexity.
Engineered compliance is a key part of the Defy’s character. The carbon frame and fork are designed to flex in the right places, helping to absorb road buzz and sharp impacts. D-Fuse components work as a system, with the D-shaped handlebar and composite seatpost flexing slightly under load to further smooth out rough tarmac.
Handling remains confident and predictable thanks to the OverDrive steerer, which adds front-end stiffness for accurate steering when descending or riding at speed. Wide Giant S-R2 wheels are optimised for high-volume tyres, and the included 32c tubeless tyres add comfort, grip and stability on broken roads and cobbles.
Shimano CUES 2x11 shifting offers a wide, practical gear range with smooth, reliable changes, well suited to rolling terrain and longer climbs. Hydraulic disc brakes provide consistent braking and control in all weather.
Overall, the Defy Advanced 3 is a calm, capable endurance road bike that encourages you to ride further, stay comfortable and enjoy the road ahead.
Occasionally, without notice, manufacturers change product design and/or specifications.
| Frame | Advanced-Grade Composite, 12x142mm thru-axle, disc |
| Fork | Advanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, 12x100mm thru-axle, disc |
| Stem | Giant Contact AeroLight XS:80mm, S:90mm, M:100mm, M/L:100mm, L:110mm, XL:110mm |
| Bars | Giant Contact SL D-Fuse XS:404/380mm, S:404/380mm, M:424/400mm, M/L:424/400mm, L:444/420mm, XL:444/420mm |
| Front Brake | Shimano BR-U6030 hydraulic, Giant MPH rotors [F]160mm, [R]160mm |
| Rear Brake | Shimano BR-U6030 hydraulic, Giant MPH rotors [F]160mm, [R]160mm |
| Brake Lever | Shimano CUES U6030 |
| Front Mech | Shimano CUES U6030F |
| Rear Mech | Shimano CUES U6020-10 |
| Shifters | Shimano CUES U6030 |
| Speed | 22 |
| Rims | Giant S-R2 Disc wheelset, alloy, [F]25mm, [R]25mm |
| Front Hub | Giant alloy, 12mm thru-axle |
| Rear Hub | Giant alloy, 12mm thru-axle |
| Spokes | Sapim |
| Front Tyre | Giant Gavia Fondo 1, tubeless, 700x32c (33.5mm), folding |
| Rear Tyre | Giant Gavia Fondo 1, tubeless, 700x32c (33.5mm), folding |
| Seat Post | Giant D-Fuse, composite, 14mm offset |
| Saddle | Giant Approach |
| Chainset | Shimano FC-U6030-2, 34/50 XS:165mm, S:165mm, M:170mm, M/L:170mm, L:172.5mm, XL:172.5mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano, press fit |
| Chain | KMC X11 |
| Cassette | Shimano CS-LG400, 11x39 |
Giant Defy Size Chart
| Size | Height cm | Height Feet / Inches |
|---|---|---|
| S | 165 – 175 | 5'5" – 5'9" |
| M | 171 – 181 | 5'7.5" – 5'11.5" |
| ML | 177 – 187 | 5'9.5" – 6'1.5" |
| L | 183 – 193 | 6'0" – 6'4" |
| XL | 189 – 199 | 6'2.5" – 6'6.5" |
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Giant Defy Advanced 3 2026 - Road Bike
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