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Giant Unveils All-new Revolt X Gravel Bike Range With Front Suspension

New gravel bike range includes composite and aluminum frame options. Both feature suspension-optimized geometry and a flip chip to adjust handling and tire clearance

By Press Office · 29 comments

Giant, the world leader in cycling technology, has introduced an all-new range of gravel bikes featuring front suspension. Available in both composite and aluminum frameset options, the new Revolt X features suspension-optimized geometry that makes these bikes ideal for riding rugged gravel and dirt.

The Giant Revolt has been pushing the boundaries of gravel and mixed-terrain riding for more than a decade. As one of the first production bikes built for high-performance, drop-bar riding on variable roads and gravel surfaces, Revolt helped pioneer this evolving category.

The new Revolt X range is aimed at the more adventurous end of the gravel spectrum. It combines the efficiency and control that Revolt has always been known for with even greater capabilities when the going gets rough.

The range includes two series: the Revolt X Advanced Pro, designed with a lightweight Advanced-grade composite frameset, and the Revolt X, engineered with Giant’s industry-leading ALUXX aluminum technology.

Smooth Control

All models include a short-travel suspension fork designed specifically for gravel riding. With 40mm of front travel, plus a frameset and cockpit that are both engineered for smooth control on rough riding surfaces, Revolt X is for those who dream of bombing descents with the speed of a drop-bar bike and the confidence of a mountain bike.

The purpose-built geometry of the Revolt X features a long reach and a bottom bracket height for maximum control on more chunky terrain. Lightweight frame materials and innovative construction techniques create a perfect blend of agility and control to help riders power up climbs, corner at speed, and tackle tricky descents with confidence.

Tuned Compliance

All framesets in the Revolt X range are designed with a lower seatstay junction and thin-diameter seatstay tubes that improve rear-end compliance without sacrificing the stiffness needed for sprinting and climbing.

A unique dropper seatpost further absorbs bumps and vibrations with 25mm of vertical compliance. Beyond that, riders can adjust saddle height on the fly with a handlebar-mounted lever. The dropper seatpost offers 75 or 100mm of height adjustment, depending on frame size.

Both the Revolt X Advanced Pro and Revolt X series come with the Contact SL XR D-Fuse handlebar, featuring 16 degrees of flare. The suspension-inspired handlebar design helps minimize hand and arm fatigue by absorbing shocks and vibrations before they reach the body.

Adaptable to the Terrain

The Revolt X range is highly adaptable to riding style and terrain. All frames feature a flip chip to adjust the wheelbase and rear tire clearance (up to 53mm). A longer wheelbase adds stability and increases tire clearance, while a shorter wheelbase delivers a quicker, more agile ride.

Riders also have three seatpost options: the included suspension/dropper seatpost for maximum control, a proprietary D-Fuse seatpost for more compliance, or a traditional 30.9mm round seatpost.

Both series also feature Giant WheelSystems, including the all-new composite CXR X1 on Revolt X Advanced Pro models, along with tubeless tires set up right out of the box. Every available wheel setup ensures robust strength at a minimal weight, plus the ability to run high-volume tires at lower pressures for a smoother ride, better grip, and smooth rolling efficiency on variable terrain.

Stock of the Advanced Pro 0 and 1 is expected locally by the end of March. Pricing TBC. For more information, including all the details on features and technologies, go to www.giant-bicycles.com/RevoltXRange.

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fanievb

Feb 24, 2023, 10:23 AM

so, a hard tail with drop bars?
PhilipV

Feb 24, 2023, 10:33 AM

The 90s called, they want John Tomac’s bike back. https://roadbikeaction.com/throwback-thursday-drop-bars-on-the-kamikaze/
Showtime

Feb 24, 2023, 10:54 AM

This is 1000x better looking than the Diverge STR.
kk6gan

Feb 24, 2023, 11:49 AM

1 hour ago, fanievb said:

so, a hard tail with drop bars?

Next big trend is going to be 

kk6gan

Feb 24, 2023, 11:50 AM

Just now, kk6gan said:

Next big trend is going to be gravel bikes with flat bars for more stability and comfort. Probably up the travel on the fork as well...

 

kk6gan

Feb 24, 2023, 11:51 AM

Just now, kk6gan said:

 

Something is not right with comments when using samsung browser....

Jbr

Feb 24, 2023, 12:10 PM

dropper post and suspension....meh... I'm at a point where either it's fast rolling and you want a normal fast gravel bike, or it's rocky and you want a hardtail or a full sus. This seems to be another in-between... I've already got 3 bikes, no thanks 🤣

dasilvarsa

Feb 24, 2023, 1:55 PM

Soon Road Bikes will also get suspension.

And Why Not !

Manufacturers don't want to give us everything in one go.

 

Meezo

Feb 24, 2023, 2:00 PM

Getting closer to going full circle again... Next should be flat bars and slightly wider tyres

dasilvarsa

Feb 24, 2023, 2:13 PM

3 hours ago, fanievb said:

so, a hard tail with drop bars?

Look at the Geometry

The Ouzo

Feb 24, 2023, 2:50 PM

this is one of those threads that i didnt even need to open to know what the comments would be.

ChrisF

Feb 24, 2023, 3:00 PM

3 hours ago, kk6gan said:

Next big trend is going to be 

 

So if I put drop bars on my full suss e-bike I will be way ahead of the curve ..... :P

 

 

To some extent gravel bikes have a conectation with touring bikes, and lots of bags .... that rear triangle does not look like traveling was part of the design brief ....

 

 

Also .... that fork looks back to front ..... :unsure:

NotSoBigBen

Feb 24, 2023, 3:04 PM

Sometimes best to just say nothing ... stil bek is heel bek het my oorle pa altyd gesê 🤫

ChrisF

Feb 24, 2023, 3:07 PM

1 minute ago, NotSoBigBen said:

Sometimes best to just say nothing ... stil bek is heel bek het my oorle pa altyd gesê 🤫

 

As an avid gravel rider it would be good to hear your thoughts .... even better, would be very good to get your feedback after a long ride on it.

Kom

Feb 24, 2023, 3:08 PM

Just another New bike model Giant probably won’t have available until the next trend of gravel bikes are out (My bet is that aero gravel will be the new style, think giant propel with clearance for 42mm tires)

Speaking of propel the MY23 propels are not available yet in most markets 🙄

NotSoBigBen

Feb 24, 2023, 3:24 PM

10 minutes ago, ChrisF said:

 

As an avid gravel rider it would be good to hear your thoughts .... even better, would be very good to get your feedback after a long ride on it.

As I've stated before I've ridden a gravel bike with front suspension .... if I needed that for the surface I was riding I would rather ride a hardtail MTB. In fact I very quickly got rid of that setup and went back to a standard hard trail configuration.

I love gravel bikes and gravel riding but as I've stated before as well, on the terrain where they belong! I have nothing to prove ....

Maar nou ja dis maar seker net ek 😜

Pikey

Feb 24, 2023, 6:37 PM

I would have me one of those ,maybe.Would prefer the Cannondale with the Kingpin suspension / Lefty Oliver Carbon gravel fork and a canyon VCLS 2.0 CF seatpost, love the look of the split carbon post. That would be my ideal gravel bike😁😁 NSBB gasps 😶 😂
NotSoBigBen

Feb 24, 2023, 6:54 PM

16 minutes ago, Pikey said:

I would have me one of those ,maybe.Would prefer the Cannondale with the Kingpin suspension / Lefty Oliver Carbon gravel fork and a canyon VCLS 2.0 CF seatpost, love the look of the split carbon post. That would be my ideal gravel bike😁😁 NSBB gasps 😶 😂

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Pikey

Feb 24, 2023, 6:58 PM

2 minutes ago, NotSoBigBen said:

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Thanks mate, had a really good laugh 😂 😂😂. Miss that bike as well. 

mecheng89

Feb 25, 2023, 6:16 AM

Want one.

Giant only getting stock locally in August 2023. Will have to wait patiently. 

Hairy

Feb 25, 2023, 9:33 AM

Manitou called and are asking for for their reverse arch fork lowers back please Fox!
betaboy

Feb 26, 2023, 1:51 AM

All I see is the 90’s Cobble Grinders of the “Z” team, they were onto something and way ahead of the times.
Giant Bicycles South Africa

Feb 27, 2023, 6:12 AM

On 2/24/2023 at 5:08 PM, Kom said:

Just another New bike model Giant probably won’t have available until the next trend of gravel bikes are out (My bet is that aero gravel will be the new style, think giant propel with clearance for 42mm tires)

Speaking of propel the MY23 propels are not available yet in most markets 🙄

Available in late March ;) 

Giant Bicycles South Africa

Feb 27, 2023, 6:13 AM

On 2/25/2023 at 8:16 AM, mecheng89 said:

Want one.

Giant only getting stock locally in August 2023. Will have to wait patiently. 

We've got the Adv Pro 0 & 1 arriving late next month!

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