{"id":46774,"date":"2023-02-23T18:00:30","date_gmt":"2023-02-23T17:00:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/?p=717241"},"modified":"2023-02-23T18:34:15","modified_gmt":"2023-02-23T17:34:15","slug":"new-giant-revolt-x-uses-a-suspension-fork-for-rowdier-riding","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/rss_feed\/new-giant-revolt-x-uses-a-suspension-fork-for-rowdier-riding\/","title":{"rendered":"New Giant Revolt X uses a suspension fork for rowdier riding"},"content":{"rendered":"

Gravel bike features suspension-optimised geometry <\/p>

By Oscar Huckle\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Thursday, 23 February 2023 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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Giant has announced the Revolt X range, a new line of gravel bikes with a short-travel 40mm suspension fork designed for more aggressive riding.<\/p>\n

The Revolt X is an addition to Giant\u2019s Revolt gravel bike line-up. The Revolt Advanced Pro 0<\/a> won our coveted Bike of the Year<\/a> award in 2022.<\/p>\n

We first spotted the Revolt X<\/a> when it was leaked on a number of retailer sites in January this year.<\/p>\n

The official launch confirms Giant will offer an Advanced Pro carbon fibre Revolt X and an aluminium version of the gravel bike<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The bike features a flip chip at the rear dropout to adjust the geometry<\/a> to suit your preferences \u2013 a feature carried over from the rigid-framed Revolt.<\/p>\n

Prices start from \u00a34,499 \/ $4,800 \/ \u20ac4,600 \/ AU$6,199 for the Advanced Pro 2 or \u00a32,999 for the aluminium-framed Revolt X 1.<\/p>\n

In the UK, carbon models will be available in April and the aluminium Revolt X will be available in May. The aluminium Revolt X 1 will be available only in the UK and Canada.<\/p>\n

Suspension-optimised geometry<\/h2>\n
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The geometry is \u2018optimised\u2019 for suspension.<\/span><\/figcaption> Giant<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

The Giant Revolt X bikes use gravel bike suspension<\/a> forks from RockShox and Fox.<\/p>\n

The forks provide 40mm of suspension travel and have been specced on other gravel bikes such as the Berria Belador Allroad<\/a> and the Niner MCR 9 RDO<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The aluminium Revolt X 1 and Revolt X Advanced Pro 2 use RockShox Rudy forks, while the Advanced Pro 1 has a Rudy Ultimate<\/a> XPLR fork.<\/p>\n

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The Revolt X incorporates a 40mm-travel suspension fork.<\/span><\/figcaption> Giant<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

The range-topping Advanced Pro houses a Fox 32 Float AX Performance Elite.<\/p>\n

Giant says the Revolt X\u2019s geometry has been optimised for the suspension.<\/p>\n

The Revolt X Advanced Pro has a slightly longer reach and less of a bottom-bracket drop than the rigid-framed Revolt. Giant says this is for maximum control.<\/p>\n

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The head tube has been shortened to accommodate the length of the fork.<\/span><\/figcaption> Giant<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

The changes are relatively minor, however. The Revolt X Advanced Pro\u2019s reach has increased by 2mm on a size medium to 389mm. The bottom bracket drop is now 68 or 69mm depending on the flip chip setting, down from 80 or 81mm on the rigid Revolt.<\/p>\n

The head tube lengths have also been reduced to account for the extra length of the suspension fork. A size-medium frame has a 115mm head tube length compared to 150mm on the rigid Revolt.<\/p>\n

The chainstay lengths and wheelbase are unchanged.<\/p>\n

Giant has kept the same geometry numbers across the carbon and aluminium Revolt X bikes, but it has lowered the standover height on the aluminium version by 5mm.<\/p>

Frame details<\/h2>\n
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The Giant Revolt X Advanced is 1x only.<\/span><\/figcaption> Giant<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Giant says the Revolt X frameset is engineered for the perfect balance between comfort and stiffness.<\/p>\n

Giant uses its Advanced Composite for the carbon frames. The brand says the front triangle is assembled and moulded as one continuous piece in a proprietary manufacturing process called Modified Monocoque Construction, helping to create a high stiffness-to-weight ratio.<\/p>\n

The top tube slopes downward. This makes the front and rear triangles smaller to create a lighter and stiffer bike, according to Giant. The brand also claims the sloped tube makes it easier for riders to find the right fit.<\/p>\n

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The bike comes with a 16-degree flared handlebar.<\/span><\/figcaption> Giant<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

The top and down tubes are oversized. The down tube has a boxy and rectangular profile, which Giant claims promotes superior stiffness and torsional rigidity.<\/p>\n

The oversized theme continues to the bottom bracket junction on the carbon Revolt X, which houses a press-fit BB86.<\/p>\n

The aluminium Revolt X uses a threaded 68mm bottom bracket standard<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The Revolt X uses Giant\u2019s Overdrive headset system with 1 \u215b in upper and 1 \u00bc in lower headset bearings.<\/p>\n

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The dropper post has 25mm of vertical compliance.<\/span><\/figcaption> Giant<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

There\u2019s room for two bottle cages<\/a> in the main triangle, with the down tube containing three bosses if you want to adjust the position. There are also mounting points under the down tube and on the top of the top tube for a bento box.<\/p>\n

The Advanced Pro series is compatible with 1x drivetrains<\/a> only. However, the aluminium Giant Revolt X can accept a front derailleur<\/a>, so you can run the bike with a 2x drivetrain.<\/p>\n

The frame provides three seatpost<\/a> options. The bikes ship with a dropper post<\/a> that provides 75 or 100mm height adjustment, depending on frame size. You can also use Giant\u2019s proprietary D-Fuse seatpost if you\u2019re after more compliance, or you can opt for a 30.9mm round post. You\u2019ll need an adaptor if using the latter.<\/p>\n

Long and short positions<\/h2>\n
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The flip chip is located at the rear dropout.<\/span><\/figcaption> Giant<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Like its rigid sibling, the Revolt X incorporates a flip chip at the rear dropout.<\/p>\n

The flip chip provides two positions. The \u2018Short Position\u2019 shortens the wheelbase and chainstay length, which is said to result in a nippier ride. The \u2018Long Position\u2019 lengthens the wheelbase for increased stability.<\/p>\n

To adjust the flip chip, you unscrew the dropout mounting bolts and flip the hardware into the desired setting.<\/p>\n

The Revolt X Advance can fit a gravel bike tyre<\/a> up to 700x53mm wide in the \u2018Long Position\u2019 or 700x42mm in the \u2018Short Position\u2019.<\/p>\n

Giant Revolt X Advanced Pro geometry chart<\/h2>\n
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\ufeff<\/th>S<\/th>M<\/th>M\/L<\/th>L<\/th>XL<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Seat tube angle<\/b> (degrees)<\/td>73.5 \/ 73.4<\/td>73.5 \/ 73.4<\/td>73 \/ 72.9<\/td>73 \/ 72.9<\/td>73 \/ 72.9<\/td> <\/tr>
Head tube angle<\/b> (degrees)<\/td>71 \/ 70.9<\/td>71.5 \/ 71.4<\/td>72 \/ 71.9<\/td>72 \/ 71.9<\/td>72 \/ 71.9<\/td> <\/tr>
Chainstay<\/b> (mm)<\/td>425 \/ 435<\/td>425 \/ 435<\/td>425 \/ 435<\/td>425 \/ 435<\/td>425 \/ 435<\/td> <\/tr>
Bottom bracket drop<\/b> (mm)<\/td>68 \/ 69 <\/td>68 \/ 69<\/td>68 \/ 69 <\/td>68 \/ 69<\/td>68 \/ 69<\/td> <\/tr>
Seat tube<\/b> (mm)<\/td>450<\/td>470<\/td>490<\/td>510<\/td>530<\/td> <\/tr>
Top tube<\/b> (mm)<\/td>553<\/td>560<\/td>575<\/td>585<\/td>600<\/td> <\/tr>
Head tube<\/b> (mm)<\/td>100<\/td>115<\/td>130<\/td>145<\/td>160<\/td> <\/tr>
Wheelbase<\/b> (mm)<\/td>1,024 \/ 1,034<\/td>1,026 \/ 1,036<\/td>1,031 \/ 1,041<\/td>1,041 \/ 1,051<\/td>1,057 \/ 1,067<\/td> <\/tr>
Stack<\/b> (mm)<\/td>560<\/td>576<\/td>592<\/td>607<\/td>621<\/td> <\/tr>
Reach<\/b> (mm)<\/td>387<\/td>389<\/td>393<\/td>399<\/td>410<\/td> <\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>