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Hi. Get your dealer to order a Giant Headset for a Tapered steerer fork (product code HE-09). This comes with an adaptor to use a straight steerer fork.

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There was some initial back log/ slow release of the stems as all stems manufactured went on the complete bikes but Giant SA has some lengths, headsets, spacers etc in stock and more arriving in the next few weeks.

That's a stock standard 2011 Trance X 1. http://www.giant-bic...x.1/7559/46930/ There will be a Trance X 29er for 2013 but it's still early in developement. No other info besides "Yes, we're making one".

We do a good amount of frames in Anthem X and Trance X and have taken framesets more seriously over the past few years. Road frames are doing well too. The thing is that when international production starts on a range all the frames that are build go towards building the completes. Only after those orders are all filled are the after market frames available for us to purchase. Getting feedback from you guys is great and knowing the demand is growing helps us to investigate these options. Ultimately we needs the stores to get more involved and carry stock on the floor. This will allow us to convince the powers that be to order more bikes. Like I said above, if you see something you like we'll try our best to get it. We can check online if the bike/frame is in stock and if it is, we can add it to the next leaving container. If it's not in stock, we can find out the next production date for you. Obviously, all orders have to take place through a Giant Dealer.

Prices will be on the website once it's all finalized. On the US vs SA pricing. You really can't just take the US price and times it by whatever todays exchange rate is. SA has big import duties on complete bikes and this throws that calculation out the window.

Hi guys. Yes, we are getting in some Reign's for 2012. We have custom ordered a few for riders over the past year or so and will be carrying more stock in future. With the SA AM market being rather small and stores being reluctant to carry stock on the floor, it's hard to gauge future sales when looking at importing these bikes. We have been able to get a few that will be here in a couple weeks (touch wood) but most are still in production and will only be in SA late in Dec or early Jan (Jan most prob). The SA Giant site should be live next week with all the 2012 models to view. We can custom order pretty much any bike from the range so if there's something you want and are willing to wait a little bit, we'll get it for you. James.

www.theriot.co.za or www.bmxdirect.net. Both are importers of top end goods and sell to the public.

Giant and most other companies use alloy hangers to mainly protect the derailleur on impacts. If a steel or iron hanger was used and the derailleur was to hit something, you'd need to buy a new derailleur. It's saver and cheaper to just use alloy and replace the hanger instead. There are companies on the net that make aftermarket hangers for most bikes. You can do a search on TheHub for the threads.

Your LBS can order one at anytime. We have stock in Cape Town. The product code is DR-01. If your LBS orders it before 10:30am, we can have it there the same day.

Done. Bike will be at Williams tomorrow afternoon.

Sorry for the delay. I don't sit on the net all day. I'm def not trying to push product. I saw the quiery and knowing that most stores don't stock smaller size bikes I thought I'd give the OP some insight into what he could ask for when visiting a store. Most people complain that brands show no customer support. I'm only trying to help. I unboxed a bike and set it up with a spare front wheel. My link 1 My link 2 The bike does have an entry level spec but any LBS would do upgrades on wheels, fork or groupset. I've also found a 2009 Halo 2 in 14.5in. My link I'll measure that up in a moment if you're interested?

You say in the first post that you're looking for a hardtail. We at Giant currently have these models in XS : Revel 2 Womens White, Revel 3 Blue, Revel 1 Grey, Talon 3 Blue, and XTC SE 2 White. These are all 2011 models and in stock (some are only 1's and do move fast). Check the bikes at www.giant-bicycles.com/en-za and give you biggest Giant dealer a call. We're in CT and if it's sorted with you LBS before 10am it'll get delivered the same day.

Giant does carry replacement rims for these so if your not looking to upgrade your rim or wheelsset, get your LBS to contact us for prices etc.

Abit more pricey at R13500 but is 2011 stock. http://www.giant-bicycles.com/en-za/bikes/model/trinity/8329/46789/

We've reposted this on our FB page. Hope it sends some more traffic your way.

Just a friendly word of warning, the Constantia trails are VERY OUT OF BOUNDS unless you know the locals VERY VERY WELL. If they find you there, there will be a very tense conversation/interrigation. It's taken about 12 years to get them to that state and it was all done by about 4 guys with nothing more than spades, blood and sweat. As for Gums, and any other set of trails, you will have to get to know the locals and offer to help with any building that is done. Do not pitch up and expect to just jump around at your free will. If you case a jump or take a fall you will be expected to fix the damage straight away, on the spot. If you spent 12 years building the best set of trails in SA (Gum Trails), you'd know why the locals are weary of newcomers. There's an old saying : NO DIG, NO RIDE!

The new JD Bug Trainer is called the "First Bike" First Bike Image We imported this, along with the original trainer, and believe it's better colour and look for the girls. We'll be doing this in the boys colours soon too. Main difference is a stronger, more streamlined frame, height adjustable handlebars and longer saddle. Here are the posts from our Blog. There are availible from most cycle and sports stores. http://dragonsza.blogspot.com/2011/03/jd-bug-is-winner.html http://dragonsza.blogspot.com/2011/01/new-jd-bug-trainer-bikes.html Note: there are parrallel importers and copies, as mentioned above, but we at least carry spares and parts for the stores that order our products.

Nice! more photo's here: New SC Stock

Damn, that looks good. Thanks for the support.

I doudt Mavic is planning a 29er DH wheel. It's more that there is a growing demand for a cheaper 29er wheel than the existing C29SSMAX (about R6080.00). Mavic won't move into this terriory just to make a quick buck. They'll rather try make the best wheel that they can, for the best price.

Morning. Our Mavic Brand Manager has spoken to your LBS and worked out some options for you. Please contact Kevin.

The SA model is a slightly different spec with upgraded front deraileur and brakes. : Giant Trance X3

Sorry, I have to reply to this. Of all the reviews that have been done by many magazines all over the world, only the SA Bicycling gave it a less that stellar review. You should read the reviews from MBUK or Bike Radar. The fact the the test rider owns a 29'er specialist store and isn't a Giant dealer, might have had some influence on the final review?

These should be around R29 500.00 (give or take). Unfortunatly the frames are not availible to us right now. This might change in the new year though.