Giant 2027 Trance X Advanced 1

New Maestro rear suspension adds 5mm of travel over previous generation, going from 135mm to 140mm. A trunnion mount shock and Advanced Forged Composite rocker arm combine for a longer stroke with a smooth, active feel. Rear suspension is paired with a 150mm travel fork for superior confidence and control on technical singletrack terrain.

A three-position Maestro flip chip lets you dial in frame geometry for your riding style and terrain. The high setting adds more ground clearance, a good option for tight, technical terrain. The low setting creates a slacker head angle and lower bottom bracket for confident handling at higher speeds. The middle position is neutral. In addition, a new headset flip chip provides 10mm of reach adjustment.

All models come with 29-inch front and rear wheels, and the flip chip lets you switch to a mixed wheel setup with a 27.5-inch rear. The stock setup optimises stability and roll-over speed, while a 27.5-inch rear wheel delivers a snappier feel and more saddle-to-tyre clearance. Some riders favour this "mullet" setup for riding steep, technical terrain.