Reign Launch Book

REIGN REVOLUTION

Keen fans of pro enduro racing noticed Giant Factory Off-Road Team riders on a new prototype bike during the 2022 season. Now, having been put to the test over the past year at the highest levels of competition including the Enduro World Series, the new Reign range is here.

The Reign platform was initially introduced in 2005 as one of the first Giant mountain bikes to feature Maestro suspension. A lot has changed in the nearly two decades since, and Reign has continually evolved with the times. From suspension technologies to wheel sizes, frame materials to geometries, it’s a bike that has been pushing the boundaries of trail riding progression since before modern enduro racing even existed. It has racing in its DNA, but is equally at home in the bike park or on backcountry rides.

The eighth generation of Reign builds on that versatility. With its modern geometry and adaptability to the terrain, it’s built to excel in a wide variety of trail riding conditions. For pros like Youn Deniaud and Mckay Vezina—Giant Factory Off-Road Team racers who played a key role in its development—the new Reign delivers speed and control when every second counts. That winning performance goes beyond the racetrack, giving everyday riders and weekend warriors a new level of confidence to tackle challenging singletrack terrain.

“We spent more than a year getting everything just right with the new Reign,” said Deniaud, who raced his prototype model to a stage win and a top-five overall finish at the final round of the EWS in Loudenvielle, France. “I got more and more comfortable with it throughout the season and had my best results later in the year. I think a lot of that has to do with the bike, which is really helping me push new limits.”

Deniaud was racing a prototype version of the new Reign Advanced Pro, the flagship series in the new range that’s built on a full-composite frameset. Also available are the Reign series, which features an ALUXX SL aluminum frameset, and the Reign SX, which pairs an ALUXX SL frameset with beefier suspension along with a build kit that’s aimed at more aggressive, gravity-focused riding.

The new Reign Advanced Pro and Reign series allow riders to choose 29-inch wheels front and rear, which is how they arrive from the factory, or swap out the rear for a 27.5-inch wheel. (The Reign SX must be ridden in the 29-inch front and 27.5-inch rear wheel configuration.) The new Reign series also offers even greater adjustability than the previous generation, with three flip chip settings to dial in frame geometry including head and seat tube angles, along with the bottom bracket drop.

For more on what makes the new Reign range a winning choice—for pro racers and everyday riders alike—we break it down in the following pages with three key performance factors: race-bred suspension, adjustable enduro geometry and rear wheel options:

RACE-BRED SUSPENSION

With enduro racers and trail riders continuing to push their limits on aggressive terrain, the demands on bikes and gear are higher than ever. Steeper descents, bigger drops, higher speeds through rocks, roots and ruts. The new Reign gives riders an edge with more capable suspension performance front and rear.

It starts with a new Maestro rear suspension system found on the Reign Advanced Pro and Reign series, which now has 160mm of travel, an additional 14mm over the previous generation. The trunnion mount shock has a longer stroke (62.5mm compared to 60mm) for a smooth, active feel on a variety of terrain. The Advanced Forged Composite upper rocker arm adds stiffness to the system, which improves the bike’s handling while cornering, accelerating or bombing down through chunky terrain.

Up front, both the Reign Advanced Pro and Reign now come with a 170mm fork to help gobble up trail impacts and improve control. The Reign SX, also featuring Maestro rear suspension, is an ideal choice for bike parks and gravityfocused riders. It now has more travel, with 165mm in the rear and a beefy 190mm dual crown suspension fork up front.

ADJUSTABLE ENDURO GEOMETRY

The new Reign Advanced Pro and Reign chassis are engineered with all-new geometry that gives pros like Deniaud the quickness and control they need to shave seconds off their runs. At the same time, both series offer everyday riders the stability and confidence to elevate their skills on more challenging terrain.

The new frames are designed with a lower standover height. Combined with a long reach, this makes it easier to maneuver the bike. From low-speed cornering on tight, technical terrain to high-flying jumps at the bike park, the new geometry makes it easier to change lines, hop over obstacles and stay in control.

Beyond that, a new three-position flip chip lets you adjust the geometry to suit your riding style and terrain. It offers bottom bracket drop adjustments in 5mm increments (35, 30 or 25mm) and also lets you change the head tube angle (63.5. 63.9 or 64.2 degrees) and seat tube angle (78.3, 78.7 or 79 degrees).

The high position of the flip chip increases ground clearance, a good option for tighter, more technical terrain. In this position, the steeper seat tube angle helps you power up climbs. Put the flip chip into the low position, and the head tube gets slacker and the bottom bracket drops. This gives the bike more confident handling at higher speeds. For those who want a more neutral setup, the middle position is a versatile option.

Beyond the geometry adjustments, the new frames have purpose-built features including integrated protection on the underside of the down tube. This shields the frame against rocks and other debris, and also produces a quieter ride. And new for this generation, both the composite and aluminum frames now have integrated storage that’s easily accessible from the top side of the down tube. All series and sizes can also fit a water bottle and have new, updated cable ports for cleaner looks and performance.

MAESTRO SUSPENSION TECHNOLOGY

Whatever your choice of off-road terrain, Maestro Suspension expands your bike’s capabilities and boosts your performance. It’s an adaptable rear suspension platform that gives you more control, traction, comfort and speed.

KEY BENEFITS

PEDALING EFFICIENCY

Whether you’re sprinting up a climb or hammering through a rock garden, Maestro performs consistently under pedaling power and doesn’t compromise efficiency.

FULLY ACTIVE

From high-frequency trail vibrations to big-hit compressions, Maestro soaks up the full spectrum of trail impacts to give you a smoother ride over all types of terrain.

TOTAL BRAKE INDEPENDENCE

Even under full braking force, Maestro Suspension stays active, keeping your tires in contact with the trail and giving you better traction at all times.

IT WORKS

1. GROUND CONTROL

Maestro’s near-vertical wheel path and linear spring curve allow the rear suspension to remain sensitive to both small and big impacts without “packing up” under rapid, successive hits or bottoming out from big hits. This results in better contact between your tires and the trail, improving traction, acceleration, cornering and braking.

2. FOUR, TWO, ONE

Maestro utilizes four strategically positioned pivot points (the four red circles) and two linkages that all work to create a single floating pivot point (the larger circle). This single floating pivot point improves pedaling efficiency by counteracting pedaling forces that would otherwise create suspension compression (squatting) or pedal kickback (bobbing).

3. FULLY CONNECTED

Maestro’s upper rocker arms feature trunnion shock mounts, which produce a lower leverage ratio on rear shock compression for better pedaling and braking efficiency. This configuration also allows engineers to create bikes with shorter chainstays, improving their climbing capabilities and agility.

4. LOWER CENTER OF GRAVITY

Maestro’s moving parts and components, including the linkages, shock, pivots and hardware, are centralized within the frameset. This results in a low center of gravity, which helps improve the bike’s overall handling on the trail.

5. LIGHTER AND STRONGER

A state of the art, high-pressure molding process is used to produce the Advanced Forged Composite upper rocker arm. This makes it lighter, stiffer and stronger than aluminum to help boost the overall performance of your bike.

6. SMOOTH OPERATOR

Double-sealed pivot bearings provide long-term, smoothfunctioning suspension articulation.

7. PRECISE TRACKING

A single-piece rear swingarm (no chainstay or seatstay pivots) provides the ultimate in rear-end stiffness for precise tracking over rough terrain.

ADJUSTABILITY BEYOND COMPARE

FLIP CHIP - MAESTRO 3

WHAT IS IT?

This all-new technology allows riders to quickly adjust the geometry and choose a rear wheel size (29-inch or 27.5inch) for their riding style and terrain. It’s available on select Maestro-equipped mountain bikes. The adjustment affects head tube and seat tube angles, bottom bracket height, and rear-wheel size using eccentric flip chip hardware located on the upper rocker arm of the rear suspension.

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HOW DOES IT WORK?

This new technology provides three positions (high, mid and low) using two different flip chips—a combination high/low chip or a dedicated mid-position chip.

1. HIGH POSITION

When this dual-position flip chip is installed in the high setting, the frame’s head and seat tube angles become steeper and the bottom bracket height is elevated. This flip chip position allows the rider to run either a 27.5-inch or 29-inch rear wheel.

2. MID POSITION

When this single-position flip chip is installed, the frame’s head tube and seat tube angles are positioned in a neutral stance, and the bottom bracket height is at its mid-height point. This flip chip allows the rider to run either a 27.5-inch or 29-inch rear wheel.

3. LOW POSITION

When this dual-position flip chip is installed in the low setting, the frame’s head and seat tube angles become slacker, and the bottom bracket height is lowered. This provides the most stable geometry for riding at higher speeds and on the most aggressive terrain.

REIGN

This full-composite frameset is engineered with enduro racing geometry and adjustability that lets you change the bike’s handling and riding characteristics with three flip chip settings. Also new is the ability to swap out the 29-inch rear wheel for a smaller 27.5-inch one. This “mullet” setup makes for an equally short chainstay length and a shorter reach, giving the bike a snappier feel on aggressive terrain. The updated Maestro suspension system has 160mm of rear wheel travel, paired with a 170mm fork up front. And new integrated down

2 MAESTRO SUSPENSION

Four strategically positioned pivot points and two linkages all work together to create a single floating pivot for the most active, efficient and independent suspension system on the trail.

3 ADVANCED FORGED COMPOSITE

A state-of-the-art high-pressure molding process is used to produce the carbon fiber upper rocker link that’s lighter, stiffer and stronger than aluminum.

4 ADJUSTABLE ENDURO GEOMETRY

Frame geometry can be adjusted between three settings to match riding style and terrain. You can select a 63.5, 63.9 or 64.2-degree head angle and corresponding 78.3, 78.7 or 79-degree seat tube angle, resulting in a 35, 30 or 25mm bottom bracket drop (size medium).

5 REAR WHEEL SWAP

Riders can choose either a 29- or 27.5-inch rear wheel, paired with a 29inch front wheel. The larger 29-inch option improves stability and roll-over capabilities, while the 27.5 option delivers a more agile, snappier feel. It’s a quick and easy change to adjust the bike’s handling and feel.

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REIGN ADVANCED PRO

This all-new composite chassis is built strong, light and fast for Giant enduro pros. A new suspension setup been developed, tested and raced at the highest levels. And more adjustability lets you tackle technical trails just the way you like.

KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS

RACE-BRED SUSPENSION

A new Maestro rear suspension system with longer travel (160mm) was developed and tested under the extreme conditions of Enduro World Series races. The trunnion mount shock has a longer stroke (62.5mm compared to 60mm on the previous generation). And the Advanced Forged Composite upper rocker arm adds stiffness and lowers overall weight.

ADJUSTABLE ENDURO GEOMETRY

New flip chip technology lets you switch between three settings depending on the terrain. You can select a 63.5, 63.9 or 64.2-degree head angle and corresponding 78.3, 78.7 or 79-degree seat tube angle, resulting in a 35, 30 or 25mm bottom bracket drop (size medium) to fine-tune handling for trail conditions, riding style and rear-wheel size.

REAR WHEEL OPTIONS

Riders can choose either a 29- or 27.5-inch rear wheel, paired with a 29-inch front wheel. The larger 29-inch option improves stability and roll-over capabilities, while the 27.5 option delivers a more agile, snappier feel. It’s a quick and easy change to adjust the bike’s handling and feel.

FRAME GEOMETRY (UNITS IN MM UNLESS OTHERWISE INDICATED)

The geometry of the ALUXX SL aluminum frameset has been updated to accommodate 29-inch wheels, and you now have the option to run a “mullet” setup with a 27.5 rear wheel. This translates into a short chainstay length, a shorter reach, and geometry that can be adjusted via a three-position flip chip. An updated Maestro suspension system delivers 160mm of rear wheel travel mated to a 170mm fork. And new integrated down tube storage provides convenient carrying capacity for trail riding essentials.

1 ALUXX SL ALUMINUM

This state-of-the-art aluminum material is made predominantly from 6011 alloy and delivers best-in-class strength-to-weight ratios. The frameset features unique welding technologies for a high-performance ride quality.

2 MAESTRO SUSPENSION

Four strategically positioned pivot points and two linkages all work together to create a single floating pivot for the most active, efficient and independent suspension system on the trail.

3 ADVANCED FORGED COMPOSITE

A state-of-the-art high-pressure molding process is used to produce the carbon fiber upper rocker link that’s lighter, stiffer and stronger than aluminum.

4 ADJUSTABLE ENDURO GEOMETRY

Frame geometry can be adjusted between three settings to match riding style and terrain. You can select a 63.5, 63.9 or 64.2-degree head angle and corresponding 78.3, 78.7 or 79-degree seat tube angle, resulting in a 35, 30 or 25mm bottom bracket drop (size medium).

5 REAR WHEEL SWAP

Riders can choose either a 29- or 27.5-inch rear wheel, paired with a 29inch front wheel. The larger 29-inch option improves stability and roll-over capabilities, while the 27.5 option delivers a more agile, snappier feel. It’s a quick and easy change to adjust the bike’s handling and feel.

Rock the mullet style or go all in on 29. Either way, this new enduro ripper is made to push limits on hard-charging terrain. Updated suspension eats up rocks, drops and whatever the trail throws your way. And a three-position flip chip lets you adjust all the angles to dial it in just right.

KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS

RACE-BRED SUSPENSION

A new Maestro rear suspension system with longer travel (160mm) was developed and tested under the extreme conditions of Enduro World Series races. The trunnion mount shock has a longer stroke (62.5mm compared to 60mm on the previous generation). And the Advanced Forged Composite upper rocker arm adds stiffness and lowers overall weight.

ADJUSTABLE ENDURO GEOMETRY

New flip chip technology lets you switch between three settings depending on the terrain. You can select a 63.5, 63.9 or 64.2-degree head angle and corresponding 78.3, 78.7 or 79-degree seat tube angle, resulting in a 35, 30 or 25mm bottom bracket drop (size medium) to fine-tune handling for trail conditions, riding style and rear-wheel size.

REAR WHEEL OPTIONS

Riders can choose either a 29- or 27.5-inch rear wheel, paired with a 29-inch front wheel. The larger 29-inch option improves stability and roll-over capabilities, while the 27.5 option delivers a more agile, snappier feel. It’s a quick and easy change to adjust the bike’s handling and feel.

Head tube angle (Degrees) 63.5, 62.71 63.9, 63.07 64.2, 63.45 63.5, 62.74 63.9, 63.09 64.2, 63.46 63.5, 62.76 63.9, 63.11 64.2, 63.46 63.5, 62.79 63.9, 63.12 64.2, 63.47

This gravity-focused enduro machine features a lightweight, stiff and super-strong ALUXX SL frameset paired with our latest Maestro rear suspension. The frameset is optimized for its mixed wheel setup, with a 27.5-inch rear and 29-inch front. A plush suspension system with 165mm in the rear and a 190mm triple crown fork up front gives you the ability to send it on the roughest descents. You can also adjust frame geometry with a flip chip that lets you switch the head tube and seat tube angles, along with bottom bracket drop, to dial in the handling for your riding style and terrain. And a new integrated down tube storage feature provides convenient carrying capacity for on-trail essentials.

1 ALUXX SL ALUMINUM

This state-of-the-art aluminum material is made predominantly from 6011 alloy and delivers best-in-class strength-to-weight ratios. The frameset features unique welding technologies for a high-performance ride quality.

2 MAESTRO SUSPENSION

Four strategically positioned pivot points and two linkages all work together to create a single floating pivot for the most active, efficient and independent suspension system on the trail.

3 ADVANCED FORGED COMPOSITE

A state-of-the-art high-pressure molding process is used to produce the carbon fiber upper rocker link that’s lighter, stiffer and stronger than aluminum.

4 ADJUSTABLE ENDURO GEOMETRY

New flip chip feature lets you adjust geometry depending on the

You can select a 63.1 or 63.5-degree head angle and corresponding 77.9 or 78.3-degree seat tube angle, resulting in a 25 or 19mm bottom bracket drop (size medium) to fine-tune handling for varying trail conditions and riding style.

5 BOOST TECHNOLOGY

Wider hub spacing (110mm front / 148mm rear) results in stiffer wheels for added control plus more tire clearance and an improved chainline for optimal drivetrain performance.

REIGN SX

Dial in the frame geometry for your riding style and terrain, then let it rip. This new shapeshifter enduro bike delivers confidence and control on the rowdiest terrain. Its mixed wheel size, 29-inch front and 27.5 rear, blends stability and speed with agility that pops.

KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS

RACE-BRED SUSPENSION

The Maestro rear suspension eats up enduro terrain with 165mm of smooth, active rear travel matched with a 190mm travel fork. The trunnion mount rear shock has a longer stroke (65mm over 60mm on the previous generation) while the Advanced Forged Composite upper rocker arm adds stiffness and lowers overall frame weight.

ADJUSTABLE ENDURO GEOMETRY

New flip chip feature lets you adjust frame geometry depending on the terrain. You can select a 63.1 or 63.5-degree head angle and corresponding 77.9 or 78.3-degree seat tube angle, resulting in a 25 or 19mm bottom bracket drop (size medium) to fine-tune handling for varying trail conditions and riding style.

MIXED WHEEL SIZE

A 29-inch front wheel provides speed, stability and front-end control on rough, technical trails. A 27.5-inch rear wheel adds agility and maneuverability to help riders rail corners, pop over features and show off their style.