Revered downhiller flexes its pedigree
First RideGiant Glory 27.5 1 review
£2,999.00
Author
Jake Ireland
Freelance Writer, UK
Jake comes from a downhill background but now spends most of his time smashing shorter-travel trail and enduro bikes down those same downhill trails. He's well known for pushing components and gear to their limits, and a little further.
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Well-tailored enduro focused shorts
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High-grade flat pedals
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Well-fitting backpack with space for a bladder and integrated back protection
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Tough-nut pedals
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Like fitting a new fork
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Light, stiff and dependable stem
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Lifetime-guaranteed stem
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Comfortable all-day leg protection
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Robust head protection
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