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!
@user-vx6vb3jx1j
4 ай бұрын
you like it ?
@ghostdogstudio
2 ай бұрын
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.
@vtechead1
3 жыл бұрын
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.
@Jamesthebikeguy
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words and thank you for watching.
@medol5224
3 жыл бұрын
They make the 29er in that color I own one
@vtechead1
3 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@mark7362
2 жыл бұрын
The medium or below is when it drops down to 27.5, large and up is 29's
@OscarsPlaces
3 жыл бұрын
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!
@andrewa.3304
3 жыл бұрын
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!
@wilsonbrugal
3 жыл бұрын
Hi, great video. The Talon 1 has the routing for a dropper post. Thanks
@markbyrne7598
3 жыл бұрын
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.
@Jamesthebikeguy
3 жыл бұрын
Nice!
@medol5224
3 жыл бұрын
You can route an internal drop post to it I did it on mine , great review
@dchung7978
3 жыл бұрын
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?
@davidhan4642
3 жыл бұрын
Me too, I installed a dropper post on my 2021 Talon 0 myself , it is awesome.
@tabs9655
2 жыл бұрын
Did you have to remove the bottom bracket or just feed it thru?
@yengsabio5315
3 жыл бұрын
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
3 жыл бұрын
Sure is, this can do a lot more than just trail riding.
@yengsabio5315
3 жыл бұрын
@@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
@aaronwest8909
2 жыл бұрын
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! 🤘
@dillonhayes3402
Жыл бұрын
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 😩
@carcassbeast5
2 жыл бұрын
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.
@sabufinisher
2 жыл бұрын
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
@SSyclone
Жыл бұрын
About the part of the dropper post compatibility . I have a talon 2 and my frame was able to route a dropper cable internally.
@Ziyanda1111
2 жыл бұрын
Just bought this bike loving it
@ore192
2 жыл бұрын
Can I ask how is it doing now?
@Ziyanda1111
2 жыл бұрын
@@ore192 it wonderful, loving it, been to many mountains and road and parks with it
@vincii2483
2 жыл бұрын
@@Ziyanda1111 are you from SA if yes where did you buy it?
@kmag7122
Жыл бұрын
i am thinking about getting one shall I what do you think I would really like to no thanks 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
@VincentPinner
Жыл бұрын
Very decent Bike 🚲
@gbj6581
Жыл бұрын
Is this the desert sage color? Looks different in photos. How do you find it. Is it more white than green?
@caznden
2 жыл бұрын
I also have a New Giant Talon, Very Happy !
@itr0863
Жыл бұрын
This Talon one is on sale for $784. Good deal?
@west9478
Жыл бұрын
I’m getting this bike this Christmas I’m so exited
@teecee4459
Жыл бұрын
Really great review! I'm torn between 27.5 and 29, not sure which to choose.
@richardreed6249
Жыл бұрын
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?
@EarthSurferUSA
11 ай бұрын
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?
@Shinjihirako00
2 жыл бұрын
Will this bike good for commute too? Like 4-5km on roads
@snowboardinpassout
Жыл бұрын
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.
@forestdamian5601
2 ай бұрын
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
@motakimakuyi4543
9 ай бұрын
It has dropper post compatibility I just chose under the saddle lever over handlebar lever for personal preference
@boss_acg
Жыл бұрын
I routed my dropper post just fine. It has a place to internally rout the cable.
@keibungomez5838
3 жыл бұрын
Great review! thanks ✌️🎉
@Jamesthebikeguy
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@jeremypalmer7177
Жыл бұрын
It does have internals for a DP I thought?
@newenglandskier13
3 жыл бұрын
Solid bike! Nice to see 27.5 offered in size large.
@Jamesthebikeguy
3 жыл бұрын
What about XL?
@newenglandskier13
3 жыл бұрын
@@Jamesthebikeguy That would be nice, but at least it's better than the sizing options that Specialized offers.
@andromache2104
3 жыл бұрын
@@Jamesthebikeguy which is better, Trek X Caliber 7 or Giant Talon 1? 😊
@johnnyk6906
2 жыл бұрын
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.
@dillonhayes3402
Жыл бұрын
Could have just changed the gearing
@barianelozano2614
Жыл бұрын
You just need to change the chain ring and you have your perfect talon 1 w/ 40t and say good bye to Roam 😁
@steveg3593
2 жыл бұрын
Which would you suggest? The Giant Talon 1 or the Co-op DRT 1.2?
@trevorhill1577
2 жыл бұрын
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.
@armageddonas2047
2 жыл бұрын
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
@mark7362
2 жыл бұрын
Money can't buy happiness, I speak from experience
@peteandtessTube
2 жыл бұрын
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?
@pizzasaurolophus
2 жыл бұрын
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.
@carcassbeast5
2 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
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)
@setherichardson
2 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@setherichardson
2 жыл бұрын
@@carcassbeast5 any chance you know what wheel? Sounds like a nice upgrade!
@pizzasaurolophus
2 жыл бұрын
@@trenthoffman9146 did you need new rims or use the stock ones?
@kevinborovsky3558
3 жыл бұрын
Very good informative video. Can the BB and crankset be upgraded to hollowtech like Deore XT 8100??
@andries514
2 жыл бұрын
As long as it is BSA thread yes you can.
@davidmulhall.8711
Жыл бұрын
Did u mention the colour ?? Or did it 🤔 I miss it!! TALON 1 COLOUR .. WELL EXPLAINED thank you
@carloramirez5246
2 жыл бұрын
Hi James just a question is it possible to attach a 42T chainring for the Giant Talon 1 29er version?
@kamuelalee
2 жыл бұрын
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"?
@shahryarshadman8335
2 жыл бұрын
29"
@kamuelalee
2 жыл бұрын
@@shahryarshadman8335 Cool...why 29?
@shahryarshadman8335
2 жыл бұрын
@@kamuelalee Larger perimeter makes it faster and easier to climb, plus it rolls better on small bumps and objects
@kamuelalee
2 жыл бұрын
@@shahryarshadman8335 So the Talon does well on paved streets?
@shahryarshadman8335
2 жыл бұрын
@@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.
@petrieme
3 жыл бұрын
Would you happen to know the rise and sweep of the stock bars?
@motolifealways
2 жыл бұрын
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.
@Jamesthebikeguy
2 жыл бұрын
Have fun riding
@motolifealways
2 жыл бұрын
@@Jamesthebikeguy thank you ! You as well!
@setherichardson
2 жыл бұрын
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.
@12odriguezz
Жыл бұрын
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.
@Ugryzh
3 жыл бұрын
Talon 1 and 1ge have just diffrent fork only?
@LangJ07
2 жыл бұрын
Could you please make a comparison review of 2021 Giant Talon 1 and 2022 Trek Marlin 6? Thanks
@alexp6409
Жыл бұрын
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.
@Gleeleeglee
2 жыл бұрын
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.
@kobyflipstricksedits3530
2 жыл бұрын
Can we have an opinion douse I want to get it for Christmas but I don’t know if I should get it ?
@ashleem1387
3 жыл бұрын
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
@Jamesthebikeguy
3 жыл бұрын
Tough call because both are great choices.
@diylee
3 жыл бұрын
Buy the Talon 1 because you can install internal dropper post. I sold my Marlin because of that and bought Talon 1.
@zarakdurrani7584
3 жыл бұрын
Holy shit! 6'3" female! 😯😯
@NigelM18
2 жыл бұрын
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
@neptalillerena7772
2 жыл бұрын
Hi James what is the size of chaining if I upgrade it to 36t? It is 96 or 104 bcd? Thanks for your help.
@boygeorge0423
2 жыл бұрын
Up
@montellanojavelosa6249
Жыл бұрын
thanks so much James. do you know if the rims are tubeless ready? I know the tires are not. thanks
@ejhc11
Жыл бұрын
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.
@montellanojavelosa6249
Жыл бұрын
@@ejhc11 thank you.
@mgerim
2 жыл бұрын
is it worth getting talon 1 GE over the talon 1?
@harrygrimley4352
3 жыл бұрын
Nice review. Thank you
@Jamesthebikeguy
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@PDillz
Жыл бұрын
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
Жыл бұрын
Check out my video on the STP here: kzitem.info/news/bejne/soh6sKGDhICXkm0
@PDillz
Жыл бұрын
@@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
@richardcrisologo1756
2 жыл бұрын
With it comes to a suspension fork travel how high can i go? I can only do 100mm?
@michaelbruin8972
2 жыл бұрын
Now if they would just go tapered then they would sell a ton more and make everybody happy.
@thebrickist8859
3 жыл бұрын
Can you review the Kona lava dome?
@Jamesthebikeguy
3 жыл бұрын
I wish, but I do not have access to Kona bikes.
@nblake101
2 жыл бұрын
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.
@Jamesthebikeguy
2 жыл бұрын
Hope you get riding.
@nblake101
2 жыл бұрын
@@Jamesthebikeguy crazy atm trying to find a shop with stock in Large sizes of Mountain bikes
@rajivghanekar907
2 жыл бұрын
Great review
@DoLaterNow
2 жыл бұрын
Which rack is best?
@gouppy
Жыл бұрын
I loved it ! The XL IS SWEET
@gregsmith9139
2 жыл бұрын
All the reviews sound good. I just don't know how they compare to each other.
@Jamesthebikeguy
2 жыл бұрын
Check em out in person and see what you think.
@LetcLove
Жыл бұрын
Can panniers be added to this bike?
@bryanfrancisco5244
3 жыл бұрын
what is the size of headset ? planning to change my headset
@zaneoneill2045
3 жыл бұрын
So does it have droper post holes or not?
@Lifehackz137
3 жыл бұрын
It does
@billypeyper9517
2 жыл бұрын
Yes it doea
@tabs9655
2 жыл бұрын
@@Lifehackz137 Did you have to remove the bottom bracket or just feed it thru?
@tabs9655
2 жыл бұрын
@@billypeyper9517 Did you have to remove the bottom bracket or just feed it thru?
@outkast1464
2 жыл бұрын
Can you purchase the fork only ?
@calvinspires1220
3 жыл бұрын
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!
@Jamesthebikeguy
3 жыл бұрын
Right on! Happy riding!
@davidcoomber4050
2 жыл бұрын
13.5 kilos that’s a monster weight for a bike with this price tag, no wonder they hide the weight in their description
@Jamesthebikeguy
2 жыл бұрын
Huh? That's inline and or lighter than some competing bicycles
@itr0863
Жыл бұрын
That’s pretty normal lol
@ryantosatto3437
2 жыл бұрын
Just brought one but I need help with the gears 😂 how do I tell what gear it’s in
@ryantosatto3437
2 жыл бұрын
And I didn’t have a stand with it do you’s have to but one
@armageddonas2047
2 жыл бұрын
OH MY GOD!!!!!! I SO WANT THE SAME 😍♥️ WHERE TO FIND A JOB IN MY HORRIBLE COUNTRY
@bicycleit2383
2 жыл бұрын
Can I fit a front gear so I can run a double chain set?
@Jamesthebikeguy
2 жыл бұрын
Should be able to with a replacement crankset.
@MohammadBahiraei
2 жыл бұрын
Brilliant bike
@Get2TheDeLorean
Жыл бұрын
Incorrect on the dropper post.. I have a pnw loam on mine.
@footballfield119
2 жыл бұрын
Can ride on road or off road can both ?
@Jamesthebikeguy
2 жыл бұрын
You can do both
@samuelrichards3340
3 жыл бұрын
They should make more wheelie bikes
@Freds_Trucks
3 жыл бұрын
Can you review the fathom 2 29er
@Jamesthebikeguy
3 жыл бұрын
If I can get my hands on one
@john316godlovedtheworld3
3 жыл бұрын
Getting this tomorrow 29s
@petrieme
3 жыл бұрын
FYI - top of the line is talon 0
@Jamesthebikeguy
2 жыл бұрын
In my country Talon 1 is the top as no Talon 0 is offered. My mistake not looking at every area.
@trevorhill1577
2 жыл бұрын
In UK, Talon 0 comes with SRAM derailleur and 12 speed cassette. Everything else is similar to Talon 1.
@chefboyarleezy4162
3 жыл бұрын
I wish they would make something more aggressive
@Jamesthebikeguy
3 жыл бұрын
They make everything up to DH bikes!
@JasonGT95
3 жыл бұрын
this or the marlin 7 2022?
@NigelM18
2 жыл бұрын
7
@bidyut0707
3 жыл бұрын
Review Clovis 5.10
@hggfghj4061
2 жыл бұрын
Boost hubs?
@Jamesthebikeguy
2 жыл бұрын
No
@joshualopez2629
2 жыл бұрын
Is talon 0 better than talon 1?
@Jamesthebikeguy
2 жыл бұрын
I think so, but we don't have that model in my country
@trevorhill1577
2 жыл бұрын
Talon O comes with 12 seed SRAM in UK so just a tad more gearing for uphill.
@syedzgaming
2 жыл бұрын
So glad I have a 2021 Talon 1, 2 pounds lighter
@Jamesthebikeguy
2 жыл бұрын
Nice!
@syedzgaming
2 жыл бұрын
@@Jamesthebikeguy lighter than 2022 i mean, based on weighing by another video..maybe it was not the airshock.
@lionelbeaulaton7610
Жыл бұрын
pour début en 29 pouces xc parfait
@celestewilkins2886
Жыл бұрын
Oui Oui!
@rafaelelera
3 жыл бұрын
The talón 0??
@Jamesthebikeguy
3 жыл бұрын
In the United States, this is the nicest version
@Lifehackz137
3 жыл бұрын
The crankset sucks ass I have this bike hate the crankset it creeks on heavy man I need to upgrade
@SrHide-iz7pf
3 жыл бұрын
And the weight in kilos?????
@Jamesthebikeguy
3 жыл бұрын
Weight is at 8:10
@ecosport9863
3 жыл бұрын
13-14 kg
@vannabiubiubiu4559
2 жыл бұрын
Older 1
@hengmakara155
2 жыл бұрын
Bong gaitn talon 1 $$$
@lionelbeaulaton7610
Жыл бұрын
le top!!!!!!
@SekritKomrade
3 жыл бұрын
How the hell do they expect to compete when Walmart Bikes are outclassing their Frames
@Jamesthebikeguy
3 жыл бұрын
When that day comes, that will be interesting. But for now the Talon is clearly a nicer bike than a so called "walmart" bike.
@Jamesthebikeguy
3 жыл бұрын
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
@allannielsen8696
2 жыл бұрын
Adding er to 29 is stupid.
@Jamesthebikeguy
2 жыл бұрын
Maybe that's why I still haven't been able to attain my GED...
@hartleyhare99
4 ай бұрын
The new giant bikes look shit compared to the 2013/14 models😂Why has everything been dumbed down?
@throbbinwoodofcoxley6830
Жыл бұрын
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.
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