James, great video could you please in the future give us your own opinion about the bike and maybe compare or give us an equivalent from other bikes brands. Thanks! I started to follow you!
I bought this bike in 29inch XL frame when COVID started and waited over 8 months to get it, because they were so far behind. It was well worth the wait! Such an awesome all around bike. I upgraded the fork to a Rockshox air fork.
Im a roadie with a giant defy advanced 2 2020. However im going to get one of these as a 2nd bike for the mountains and a short commute to work. They look like great fun. Excellent review.
A good in depth review explaining what most potential purchasers want to know - well done. It’s a pity the white frame is not available with 29 inch wheels. The larger black tyres would look amazing against the white frame. Giant also have the Talon 0 out now, but makes you wonder if it’s worth the extra money when the Talon 1 meets most peoples needs. Nice review though - cheers.
@@medol5224 hi - on Giants website in the UK, only the black frame comes with 29 inch wheels. I will make further enquires with Giant. Thanks for posting the info.
would you recomend this bike for person who is 178cm and weighing about 125kg? i got a good a deal on used one (only 2 months) for about $720... my aim to lose weight
Ohhh, when the top tube is higher on the seat tube than the seat stays, there is a sheer force between them. I wonder if any of those frames have cracked on the seat tube between the top tube and seat stay tubes?
I recently got interested in getting a fat tire bike and was considering a mongoose Juneau because of the low price 700 but then I saw this Giant and on face value looks like it’s a better buy at around 1000. I am planning to ride it on a flat rails to trails currently under construction where the trail is large gravel and a very rough ride on my Specialized hybrid. Do you think this Giant will smooth out the ride as much as a 4” fat tire?
Good Day - Ended up here as I want to start bike/tour packing and I am looking for the right bike. currently own a Giant OCR 1, and I really love the feel of Giants. In your opinion, do you think this will be a good multi use bike that will spend as much time on the road as on trails?
I bought the 29er, it's such a good bike, in urban ( it loves stair sets of doom), and trails... But maybe a 27 might be easier to throw around? Great bike just understand how you ride before you decide! 🤘
Slightly smaller frame on the smaller wheels and have fun I'm not chasing speed and rolling over obstacles easily I wanna fight the obstacles and have a flicky fun bike... Hopefully it works that way for me mine comes in next week they didn't have any in store today 😩
I have the 2017 Giant Talon 2! It's a very utilitarian bike. This new Talon looks different; good-lookin' if I may say so! Here in the Philippines, it's not always easy to acquire one because of supply issue. And the waiting list of various local bike sellers are so long, it will take months before one can get its bike.
@@Jamesthebikeguy I considered acquiring a new Talon. But with the present bike shortage, it's gonna be impossible at this time. Hey, I hope you have a great day ahead! #KeepBiking
Hi. I bought a second-hand bike from a second-hand shop. But the series is not visible. How do I know what model it is? I need to know what model it is because it has some defects and I need to buy some parts, and I don't know what model it is. Thank you
I have been looking at the same two bikes. The main differences that jump out to me are that the Trek has a steeper head tube angle, doesn't have an air fork, and has skinnier tires. The Talon seems much more like a "real" mountain bike.
I also bought a Talon 1 after watching this. I noticed the rear wheel doesn't look centered in the chainstay. Is that normal? Do you also have a bigger gap on the left brake side than on the right gear side?
Got one of these on order for my SO. Seemed like better value than the Liv bikes, can't wait to have her out there following me on my 21 Fuse Comp. Keep up the great videos!
i just replaced Talon 1 with Roam 2 and only think I miss is the SXC front shock. with proper air and rebound adjustment, ride was very compliance on the trail. for me, only down side of the Talon was the front crank size. just too slow on the paved path hence migrating over to Roam 2 with same Deore 1x10 system but with a 40 crank.
Good review!! I wish mine had the air fork! , I don't know why, but I got the RockShox Judy instead as mine is the 2021 Talon 1 as well. I have the 29er in that tan.
im actually about to go tomorrow to buy either a talon 2 or Talon 1 2022. and unsure which to get, im a brand new novice rider and i feel like i'll have buyers regret but not spending the extra 300$ for the higher end version even though idk what i gain as a novice rider.
I've been bikepacking for 8 years. Have tailored a Boardman 27.5 hardtail to meet my needs, preferring straight handlebar to drops, front suspension and wider tyres over the gravel bike approach. It's now worn out and by sheer coincidence, the spec of the Talon 1 is identical and reasonably priced too for its replacement. I use a seat post suspension to take the thwack out my backside as the alloy frames can be harsh compared to steel and carbon. Tubolito inners take it to less than 13kg. I've never got on with 29, too 'lollopy', if that's a word.
Know anything about the Giant STP 26er? Thinking of getting the one with the drivetrain and seeing how it will compare to my previous 27.5 mtb bike. Would like something to do little casual jumping with but be able to handle some mild inclines. I feel like it will handle great but I'm wondering how the talon 27.5 medium frame would compare...tempted to check both out.
@@Jamesthebikeguy been there seen that haha. Think treating the STP like a regular MTB bike would be pretty simple? Actually looking at the giant fathom 2 now as well, I'm thinking if I go with a smaller frame fathom I could get it to feel a little more like the STP but with more MTB dedicated characteristics. I just look at the STP and I see a regular MTB with just a bit of the DJ look. I'm torn cuz I need a new bike so bad and I'm battling right now between what I really want and what I really need
I'm deciding between Talon 0 29 2022 & Fathom 2 29 2022, Fathom is $500 more but offers a dropper seat post and better quality brakes and frame. Hopefully Giant has stock end of this month.
No they are not, but others have done tubeless tape, valves and tires for an easy conversion. I will used up my Rekon tires before I do that myself. The stock tires are very grippy is loose stuff.
In your opinion if you had the opportunity to buy a talon 1 or Marlin 8 which one would you choose I think I would need an extra large cuz I am a 6 ft 3 female
The rim on this bike is 21mm, sounds like 2.4" is pretty much the limit for width. Do you think the bike could fit a 2.6 or 2.8 tire on a 30 or 35mm rim? It seems there is a lot of clearance in the frame.
I have stans flow mk3 that has 30 mm inter width. I have assegai 29×2.5 in the front and still has good clearance. In the rear I got a quality wheel with 25 mm inner width. I have a dhr 2 that's 29x2.4 and still has a lot of Clearance. It's harder to find a 30 or 35 mm inner diameter rear wheel that's quick release. But if you find one it'll fit.
@@trenthoffman9146 what form do you have? I’d like to get wider tires when the stock ones wear out, my stock maxis have weak sidewalks unless I’m pressured way up.
what a wonderful bike!!!!♥️♥️♥️ I would sell my soul for it 😍😍😍how sad that my budget will never allow me to buy one, I live in a poor country of Kyrgyzstan, where there is no work, and there is no opportunity to earn money
Great video James, thanks. What would be the better Talon bike for running up steep streets (like those in San Francisco) in terms of wheel size? A 27.5" or a 29"?
@@kamuelalee Yes. Talon is a dual purpose bike and works on both paved and light trails. if you want to ride only on paved roads check the giant escape.
I am a avid subscriber of KevCentral. So yes I have seen their new offerings and a few times in person as well. They have indeed gotten much better but hardly rivaling a $900 hardtail
Got same bike in black in medium and 29ner had lbs install pnw dropper and I’m loving this bike. Saddle is very comfy. Good review!
James, great video could you please in the future give us your own opinion about the bike and maybe compare or give us an equivalent from other bikes brands. Thanks! I started to follow you!
I bought this bike in 29inch XL frame when COVID started and waited over 8 months to get it, because they were so far behind. It was well worth the wait! Such an awesome all around bike. I upgraded the fork to a Rockshox air fork.
Just bought this bike today, got it with upgraded petals, taking it out tomorrow! I'm extremely stoked, first time mountain biking. Let's get it!
you like it ?
Hi, great video. The Talon 1 has the routing for a dropper post. Thanks
Im a roadie with a giant defy advanced 2 2020.
However im going to get one of these as a 2nd bike for the mountains and a short commute to work. They look like great fun.
Excellent review.
Nice!
Great review! thanks ✌️🎉
Thanks for watching!
About the part of the dropper post compatibility . I have a talon 2 and my frame was able to route a dropper cable internally.
I’m getting this bike this Christmas I’m so exited
I also have a New Giant Talon, Very Happy !
Really great review! I'm torn between 27.5 and 29, not sure which to choose.
Would you happen to know the rise and sweep of the stock bars?
A good in depth review explaining what most potential purchasers want to know - well done. It’s a pity the white frame is not available with 29 inch wheels. The larger black tyres would look amazing against the white frame. Giant also have the Talon 0 out now, but makes you wonder if it’s worth the extra money when the Talon 1 meets most peoples needs. Nice review though - cheers.
Thanks for the kind words and thank you for watching.
They make the 29er in that color I own one
@@medol5224 hi - on Giants website in the UK, only the black frame comes with 29 inch wheels. I will make further enquires with Giant. Thanks for posting the info.
The medium or below is when it drops down to 27.5, large and up is 29's
Nice review. Thank you
Thanks for watching!
would you recomend this bike for person who is 178cm and weighing about 125kg? i got a good a deal on used one (only 2 months) for about $720... my aim to lose weight
Hi James just a question is it possible to attach a 42T chainring for the Giant Talon 1 29er version?
Ohhh, when the top tube is higher on the seat tube than the seat stays, there is a sheer force between them. I wonder if any of those frames have cracked on the seat tube between the top tube and seat stay tubes?
Great review. Getting one in Black, blue logo, Medium, 29er from Rob & Charlie's in Santa Fe. And as we're buying another bike, $100 off, so $799.
Is this the desert sage color? Looks different in photos. How do you find it. Is it more white than green?
I recently got interested in getting a fat tire bike and was considering a mongoose Juneau because of the low price 700 but then I saw this Giant and on face value looks like it’s a better buy at around 1000. I am planning to ride it on a flat rails to trails currently under construction where the trail is large gravel and a very rough ride on my Specialized hybrid. Do you think this Giant will smooth out the ride as much as a 4” fat tire?
With it comes to a suspension fork travel how high can i go? I can only do 100mm?
Good Day - Ended up here as I want to start bike/tour packing and I am looking for the right bike. currently own a Giant OCR 1, and I really love the feel of Giants. In your opinion, do you think this will be a good multi use bike that will spend as much time on the road as on trails?
I routed my dropper post just fine. It has a place to internally rout the cable.
Talon 1 and 1ge have just diffrent fork only?
Great review
Which rack is best?
I loved it ! The XL IS SWEET
what is the size of headset ? planning to change my headset
It has dropper post compatibility I just chose under the saddle lever over handlebar lever for personal preference
Which would you suggest? The Giant Talon 1 or the Co-op DRT 1.2?
I bought the 29er, it's such a good bike, in urban ( it loves stair sets of doom), and trails... But maybe a 27 might be easier to throw around? Great bike just understand how you ride before you decide! 🤘
Slightly smaller frame on the smaller wheels and have fun I'm not chasing speed and rolling over obstacles easily I wanna fight the obstacles and have a flicky fun bike... Hopefully it works that way for me mine comes in next week they didn't have any in store today 😩
Can we have an opinion douse I want to get it for Christmas but I don’t know if I should get it ?
Will this bike good for commute too? Like 4-5km on roads
Anyone hear a "tinging" noise when turning quickly or turning heavily? It does not do this when on a stand only when there is a load.
I have a 2021 talon 1 and I love it. I ride mostly blue trails and some black trails downhill. Very thrilling and capable bike.
I have the 2017 Giant Talon 2! It's a very utilitarian bike.
This new Talon looks different; good-lookin' if I may say so!
Here in the Philippines, it's not always easy to acquire one because of supply issue. And the waiting list of various local bike sellers are so long, it will take months before one can get its bike.
Sure is, this can do a lot more than just trail riding.
@@Jamesthebikeguy I considered acquiring a new Talon. But with the present bike shortage, it's gonna be impossible at this time.
Hey, I hope you have a great day ahead! #KeepBiking
Did u mention the colour ?? Or did it 🤔 I miss it!! TALON 1 COLOUR ..
WELL EXPLAINED thank you
Can you purchase the fork only ?
Very good informative video. Can the BB and crankset be upgraded to hollowtech like Deore XT 8100??
As long as it is BSA thread yes you can.
Hi. I bought a second-hand bike from a second-hand shop. But the series is not visible. How do I know what model it is? I need to know what model it is because it has some defects and I need to buy some parts, and I don't know what model it is. Thank you
is it worth getting talon 1 GE over the talon 1?
Can panniers be added to this bike?
Brilliant bike
It does have internals for a DP I thought?
I think I just bought this bike used for 300 AUD, not sure if its the same type but it looks very similar and its a GIANT bike. 29inch
Could you please make a comparison review of 2021 Giant Talon 1 and 2022 Trek Marlin 6? Thanks
I have been looking at the same two bikes. The main differences that jump out to me are that the Trek has a steeper head tube angle, doesn't have an air fork, and has skinnier tires. The Talon seems much more like a "real" mountain bike.
You can route an internal drop post to it I did it on mine , great review
I also bought a Talon 1 after watching this. I noticed the rear wheel doesn't look centered in the chainstay. Is that normal? Do you also have a bigger gap on the left brake side than on the right gear side?
Me too, I installed a dropper post on my 2021 Talon 0 myself , it is awesome.
Did you have to remove the bottom bracket or just feed it thru?
Got one of these on order for my SO. Seemed like better value than the Liv bikes, can't wait to have her out there following me on my 21 Fuse Comp.
Keep up the great videos!
Right on! Happy riding!
i just replaced Talon 1 with Roam 2 and only think I miss is the SXC front shock. with proper air and rebound adjustment, ride was very compliance on the trail. for me, only down side of the Talon was the front crank size. just too slow on the paved path hence migrating over to Roam 2 with same Deore 1x10 system but with a 40 crank.
Could have just changed the gearing
You just need to change the chain ring and you have your perfect talon 1 w/ 40t and say good bye to Roam 😁
Good review!! I wish mine had the air fork! , I don't know why, but I got the RockShox Judy instead as mine is the 2021 Talon 1 as well. I have the 29er in that tan.
Have fun riding
@@Jamesthebikeguy thank you ! You as well!
I got the Judy as well, it was the only bike they had in my size, and the only Talon 1. The Judy is alright, but the air sounds better.
im actually about to go tomorrow to buy either a talon 2 or Talon 1 2022. and unsure which to get, im a brand new novice rider and i feel like i'll have buyers regret but not spending the extra 300$ for the higher end version even though idk what i gain as a novice rider.
Can you review the Kona lava dome?
I wish, but I do not have access to Kona bikes.
Hi James what is the size of chaining if I upgrade it to 36t? It is 96 or 104 bcd? Thanks for your help.
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This Talon one is on sale for $784. Good deal?
OH MY GOD!!!!!! I SO WANT THE SAME 😍♥️ WHERE TO FIND A JOB IN MY HORRIBLE COUNTRY
Getting this tomorrow 29s
I've been bikepacking for 8 years. Have tailored a Boardman 27.5 hardtail to meet my needs, preferring straight handlebar to drops, front suspension and wider tyres over the gravel bike approach. It's now worn out and by sheer coincidence, the spec of the Talon 1 is identical and reasonably priced too for its replacement. I use a seat post suspension to take the thwack out my backside as the alloy frames can be harsh compared to steel and carbon. Tubolito inners take it to less than 13kg. I've never got on with 29, too 'lollopy', if that's a word.
Solid bike! Nice to see 27.5 offered in size large.
What about XL?
@@Jamesthebikeguy That would be nice, but at least it's better than the sizing options that Specialized offers.
@@Jamesthebikeguy which is better, Trek X Caliber 7 or Giant Talon 1? 😊
Know anything about the Giant STP 26er? Thinking of getting the one with the drivetrain and seeing how it will compare to my previous 27.5 mtb bike. Would like something to do little casual jumping with but be able to handle some mild inclines. I feel like it will handle great but I'm wondering how the talon 27.5 medium frame would compare...tempted to check both out.
Check out my video on the STP here: th-cam.com/video/QRDJmMKNf_8/w-d-xo.html
@@Jamesthebikeguy been there seen that haha. Think treating the STP like a regular MTB bike would be pretty simple? Actually looking at the giant fathom 2 now as well, I'm thinking if I go with a smaller frame fathom I could get it to feel a little more like the STP but with more MTB dedicated characteristics. I just look at the STP and I see a regular MTB with just a bit of the DJ look. I'm torn cuz I need a new bike so bad and I'm battling right now between what I really want and what I really need
Just brought one but I need help with the gears 😂 how do I tell what gear it’s in
And I didn’t have a stand with it do you’s have to but one
Can I fit a front gear so I can run a double chain set?
Should be able to with a replacement crankset.
I'm deciding between Talon 0 29 2022 & Fathom 2 29 2022, Fathom is $500 more but offers a dropper seat post and better quality brakes and frame. Hopefully Giant has stock end of this month.
Hope you get riding.
@@Jamesthebikeguy crazy atm trying to find a shop with stock in Large sizes of Mountain bikes
Can you review the fathom 2 29er
If I can get my hands on one
They should make more wheelie bikes
All the reviews sound good. I just don't know how they compare to each other.
Check em out in person and see what you think.
thanks so much James. do you know if the rims are tubeless ready? I know the tires are not. thanks
No they are not, but others have done tubeless tape, valves and tires for an easy conversion. I will used up my Rekon tires before I do that myself. The stock tires are very grippy is loose stuff.
@@ejhc11 thank you.
In your opinion if you had the opportunity to buy a talon 1 or Marlin 8 which one would you choose I think I would need an extra large cuz I am a 6 ft 3 female
Tough call because both are great choices.
Buy the Talon 1 because you can install internal dropper post. I sold my Marlin because of that and bought Talon 1.
Holy shit! 6'3" female! 😯😯
A Marlin 8 compared to a talon 1? Take the 8. Heck I had to make a decision between a talon 0 and a marlin 7... I took the 7
The rim on this bike is 21mm, sounds like 2.4" is pretty much the limit for width. Do you think the bike could fit a 2.6 or 2.8 tire on a 30 or 35mm rim? It seems there is a lot of clearance in the frame.
I have stans flow mk3 that has 30 mm inter width. I have assegai 29×2.5 in the front and still has good clearance. In the rear I got a quality wheel with 25 mm inner width. I have a dhr 2 that's 29x2.4 and still has a lot of Clearance. It's harder to find a 30 or 35 mm inner diameter rear wheel that's quick release. But if you find one it'll fit.
I upgraded my Talon1 to the similar tires as Victor and it made a remarkable difference (Assegi 29 x 2.6 Front & DHR II 2.5 Rear)
@@trenthoffman9146 what form do you have? I’d like to get wider tires when the stock ones wear out, my stock maxis have weak sidewalks unless I’m pressured way up.
@@carcassbeast5 any chance you know what wheel? Sounds like a nice upgrade!
@@trenthoffman9146 did you need new rims or use the stock ones?
what a wonderful bike!!!!♥️♥️♥️ I would sell my soul for it 😍😍😍how sad that my budget will never allow me to buy one, I live in a poor country of Kyrgyzstan, where there is no work, and there is no opportunity to earn money
Money can't buy happiness, I speak from experience
Great video James, thanks. What would be the better Talon bike for running up steep streets (like those in San Francisco) in terms of wheel size? A 27.5" or a 29"?
29"
@@shahryarshadman8335 Cool...why 29?
@@kamuelalee Larger perimeter makes it faster and easier to climb, plus it rolls better on small bumps and objects
@@shahryarshadman8335 So the Talon does well on paved streets?
@@kamuelalee Yes. Talon is a dual purpose bike and works on both paved and light trails. if you want to ride only on paved roads check the giant escape.
Review Clovis 5.10
Oui Oui!
Just bought this bike loving it
Can I ask how is it doing now?
@@ore192 it wonderful, loving it, been to many mountains and road and parks with it
@@Ziyanda1111 are you from SA if yes where did you buy it?
i am thinking about getting one shall I what do you think I would really like to no thanks 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Very decent Bike 🚲
So does it have droper post holes or not?
It does
Yes it doea
@@Lifehackz137 Did you have to remove the bottom bracket or just feed it thru?
@@billypeyper9517 Did you have to remove the bottom bracket or just feed it thru?
pour début en 29 pouces xc parfait
I wish they would make something more aggressive
They make everything up to DH bikes!
Can ride on road or off road can both ?
You can do both
Boost hubs?
No
this or the marlin 7 2022?
7
le top!!!!!!
Incorrect on the dropper post.. I have a pnw loam on mine.
Now if they would just go tapered then they would sell a ton more and make everybody happy.
The talón 0??
In the United States, this is the nicest version
Is talon 0 better than talon 1?
I think so, but we don't have that model in my country
Talon O comes with 12 seed SRAM in UK so just a tad more gearing for uphill.
13.5 kilos that’s a monster weight for a bike with this price tag, no wonder they hide the weight in their description
Huh? That's inline and or lighter than some competing bicycles
That’s pretty normal lol
And the weight in kilos?????
Weight is at 8:10
13-14 kg
So glad I have a 2021 Talon 1, 2 pounds lighter
Nice!
@@Jamesthebikeguy lighter than 2022 i mean, based on weighing by another video..maybe it was not the airshock.
FYI - top of the line is talon 0
In my country Talon 1 is the top as no Talon 0 is offered. My mistake not looking at every area.
In UK, Talon 0 comes with SRAM derailleur and 12 speed cassette. Everything else is similar to Talon 1.
Older 1
Bong gaitn talon 1 $$$
The crankset sucks ass I have this bike hate the crankset it creeks on heavy man I need to upgrade
How the hell do they expect to compete when Walmart Bikes are outclassing their Frames
When that day comes, that will be interesting. But for now the Talon is clearly a nicer bike than a so called "walmart" bike.
I am a avid subscriber of KevCentral. So yes I have seen their new offerings and a few times in person as well. They have indeed gotten much better but hardly rivaling a $900 hardtail
Adding er to 29 is stupid.
Maybe that's why I still haven't been able to attain my GED...
The new giant bikes look shit compared to the 2013/14 models😂Why has everything been dumbed down?
With the low specs of Giant Talon bikes, and the price point, I’m much happier with my upgraded Schwinn Axum DP for the same price.