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Introduction
Are you looking for a bike from a trusted and reputable brand?
Do you want free returns in case the bike isn’t well suited to you?
How about assembly by a professional? Does that sound too good to be true?
Well, turns out it is true because over at Giant Bicycles, you can get just that!
What’s more, these aren’t just any old bikes, but brand spanking new electric bikes! It just gets better, doesn’t it?
Electric bikes are all the rage at the moment, and with a class act such as Giant leading the way, it is easy to see why.
In this article, we are going to be taking some time to explore what Giant Bicycles has to offer in the world of electric bikes (or e-bikes as they are also known).
We will be taking a deeper delve into two of their most recent models that were released just this year (2021).
The two bikes in question are two models of the same variety.
They are the EXPLORE E+ 2 GTS 28MPH and the EXPLORE E+ 2 STA. You will soon see that the Explore Range from Giant Bicycles is groundbreaking, and you will leave this article wanting to buy one for yourself, of that you can be sure!
So, without further ado, let’s get into it by first finding out some more about the company!
Who are Giant Bicycles?
Giant Bicycles have been around for many years already. They were founded in Taiwan in the year of 1972 by King Liu. From then to the year 1981, Liu worked on getting the brand well established producing bicycles and manufacturing them for some of the biggest cycling brand names in the world. However, the brand did not start creating bikes under their own name until this time, when in 1981 the first Giant-Branded bikes came to the market. They started in Taiwan but soon became popular in the US, Europe, and many other countries. Since then, the brand has grown from strength to strength and remains one of the best cycling brands in the world. From regular cycles to road bikes, and from mountain bikes to electric bikes (and everything in between) Giant Cycles has done it all! Their purpose is what makes them so popular as they truly believe in their customers and always aim to “unleash each rider’s full potential” as they so wonderfully put it on their website! Giant base their business on three “commitments” which are: be limitless, optimize the experience, and grow the community. As you can see, Giant very much put their customer first, which becomes obvious when you try out their bikes. They have truly been designed with customer experience in mind! Their venture into the world of electric bikes has been particularly exciting! Of course, since that is what we specialize in, we thought what better way to introduce you to this brand than to review two of their most recent electric bikes! Keep on reading to find out more…PLEASE ALSO READ
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If you want to go trekking with your new bike, and have the ability to boost your endurance, performance, and distance that little bit further, then this is the model for you!
This new make the most of every single pedal with the new range by Giant. This particular model, the new Explore E+ 2 GTS 28 mph is the perfect electric bike to make every single journey enjoyable.
Whether you are a beginner or seasoned pro, you are sure to enjoy the ALUXX SL aluminum frame. This is designed in such a way that makes mounting and dismounting your bike easier than ever, even with panniers and bags on your bag!
The motor is intuitive, powerful, and can be tuned to your preferences.
This is thanks to the EnergyPak which has been integrated into the motor to allow for smooth riding, seamless boost of power, and allowing you to go the distance, even when you are on those steeper inclines.
As if that wasn’t enough, there is also a rack mount.
This has been integrated into the bike to allow you to carry on whatever cargo you like, so you can bring all the essentials and comforts to make your journey that little bit easier.
Specifications
As you will notice in the specifications below, the materials used and the components of this bike are top quality.
However, you will also see that they are not that different from the second model in this article.
We will be exploring this in more detail later, but for now, check out this specs list to see exactly what this bike can offer you.
- Motor: This bike uses Giant SyncDrive Life
- Controller:Giant RideControl Ergo 2
- Display:Giant RideDash EVO
- Battery:Giant EnergyPak Smart 500 (36V integrated Lithium-Ion)
- Frame Materials:ALUXX SL aluminum, Overdrive 1½ - 1⅛" head tube, and an integrated KS18 kickstand mount
- Fork :SR Suntour NEX E25 DS 63mm travel
- Shifters:Shimano SL-M2000
- Rear Derailleur:Shimano Alivio M3100 with 9-Speed
- Tires:Giant Crosscut Gravel 2, 700x45c (622x45), Tubeless Ready, and Reflex
- Chain:KMC e.9 Sport, and e-bike optimized
- Hubs:Giant eTracker, [F] 100x9mm QR [R] 135mm QR
- Brakes:Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, (measurements 180mm)
- Brake Levers:Shimano BL-MT200
- Front Derailleur:N/A
- Extras:A Giant Energy Pak 6A Smart Charger, Giant EnergyPak Plus (range extender compatible)
Similar to the model we explored above, the Explore E+ 2 STA works in pretty much the same way.
As you will see in the next section, the specifications are almost identical, aside from a few small differences.
The quality of this bike is of a very high standard, and whether you are a newbie to the world of electric bikes (or bikes in general) or you are looking for an upgrade on an older model, you are sure to be impressed.
Comfort is key with all of Giant Cycles’ bikes, and the Escape range is particularly good at ensuring this.
The frame is one of the main components of the bike that is in place for comfort, and it is thanks to their step-through design that you can safely mount and leave your bike, even with a heavy backpack!
As well as this, it is suited to a variety of different terrains ( as is the model we explored previously).
This means you can ride to work, but then also take it on your weekend mountain bike ride!
The auto mode provides excellent power, even when on an incline, meaning you can get through those tougher hills and more rocky terrains with ease!
Specifications
The specifications for this model, as you can see, are utterly identical to the model we have explored above.
It is worth noting that one of the only differences is this model is available in fewer sizes when compared to the model above.
You cannot get an XXL sized frame on the EXPLORE E+ 2 STA, but you can on the previous version.
As well as this, the previous model may be able to go slightly faster than this one, reaching speeds of 28 miles per hour in total.
That being said, both have very powerful motors!
- Motor: Uses Giant SyncDrive Life
- Controller:Controls are Giant RideControl Ergo 2
- Display:Giant RideDash EVO
- Battery:Giant EnergyPak Smart 500 (36V integrated Lithium-Ion)
- Frame Materials:ALUXX SL aluminum, Overdrive 1½ - 1⅛" head tube, and an integrated KS18 kickstand mount
- Fork :SR Suntour NEX E25 DS 63mm travel
- Shifters:Shimano SL-M2000
- Rear Derailleur:Shimano Alivio M3100 with 9-Speed
- Tires:Giant Crosscut Gravel 2, 700x45c (622x45), Tubeless Ready, and Reflex
- Chain:KMC e.9 Sport, and e-bike optimized
- Hubs:Giant eTracker, [F] 100x9mm QR [R] 135mm QR
- Brakes:Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, (measurements 180mm)
- Brake Levers:Shimano BL-MT200
- Front Derailleur:N/A
- Extras:A Giant Energy Pak 6A Smart Charger, Giant EnergyPak Plus (range extender compatible)
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