giant defy 2

[stokie74]

hi there has anybody got a giant defy that can give me a review?. im thinking of getting a 2011 model.

 

[xxmimixx]

I understand you want real people experiences buy have you also seen any reviews online? The Defy range is very popular and I have never heard anything bad about them, even from a colleague who has the 3 and uses it for commuting 18m round trip daily even in winter

http://www.bikeradar...efy-2-11-40893/

 

[2Loose]

I have a Defy 2 (2010), so can't really comment on the 2011 model, but found this review for you

Frame and Fork look the same, but the spec has changed a bit. Also, you can get specific full mudguards despite what the review says.

 

[Rob500]

Hi Stokie. I've got a Defy 2.5 and I think it's great. 30.39.50 in front. 12-25 in back. Having that 'granny' ring has been a real bonus for me at times. Saying that, I'm only a beginner road cyclist so I'd think any bike I had was the biz. Don't know about the quality of the original wheels & tyres because I think I've got different ones: Aksium & Blizzard.

 

[Londondannw]

I have a defy 4 which is my first road bike, really good value for money imo, comfortable and fast.

 

[Cyc_al]

Hi
I got the Defy 3 last Spring and have done over a thousand commuting miles complete with panniers etc. The bike has been great with only minor tweaks to the cables as they bed in.

 

[Moodyman]

I've got last year's Defy 2, which is this year's Defy 1.

Great frame and carbon fork.

The bike has a more upright geometry so comfortable over long distances, but the compact triangle at the back means it's also very responsive when you're feeling keen.

It's also very light. I've had it in one hand and full carbon exoticas in the other and couldn't tell which was lighter.

 

[captainhastings]

I have the 2010 model I think and can't fault it.

Wouldn't definitely get another but I think the spec has dropped ? which make its cheaper I assume