2021 Giant Fathom 29 1 Bike
(discontinued)
Discontinued
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My first MTB hardtail. Still happy with it.
The Good
Great aggressive & modern geometry. 1x12 drivetrain and dropper post. The bike frame is probably the most important factor for me as the wearable items can be upgraded as needed.
The Bad
Crest fork was replaced 2 years after initial bike purchase. The fork started giving me issues and I just decided to upgrade it.(Look up “Giant Crest fork issues”) Replaced with a Fox 34 Performance Elite shock I got at a killer deal in January 2023.
The 2021 29 “2” had/has better components IMO than the 29 “1” but at the time/height of the supply chain issues, it was the only Fathom 29 model I could find within a 8hr drive.
The 2021 29 “2” had/has better components IMO than the 29 “1” but at the time/height of the supply chain issues, it was the only Fathom 29 model I could find within a 8hr drive.
Overall Review:
I plan to keep this hardtail for a long time. Until I master my MTB skills, that’s when I plan to go full suspension.
Once I earn my full suspension bike, I’ll keep the hardtail as a backup or a loaner for when I want to introduce a friend to the MTB sport.
Rate review:
adrianmonroy
2/8/2023 4:25pm
Specifications
Product
Giant Fathom 29 1 Bike
Model Year
2021
Riding Type
Cross Country
Trail
Rider
Unisex
Sizes and Geometry
SM
MD
LG
XL
Wheel Size
29"
Frame Material
Aluminum
Frame Material Details
ALUXX SL-Grade 6011 alloy
Rear Travel
Hardtail
Rear Shock
N/A
Fork
Giant Crest 34 RCL, 44mm offset
Fork Travel
130mm
Head Tube Diameter
Tapered, 1.125" top, 1.5" bottom
Headset
Giant Overdrive
Stem
Giant Contact TR, 35mm bar clamp
Length: 40mm (SM/MD), 50mm (LG/XL)
Length: 40mm (SM/MD), 50mm (LG/XL)
Grips
Brakes
Shimano MT420
Brake Levers
Shimano MT401
Drivetrain
1x
Shifters
SRAM SX Eagle, 12-speed
Front Derailleur
None
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
ISCG Tabs
None
Chainguide
None
Cranks
SRAM SX Eagle DUB
Length: 165mm (SM), 170mm (MD/LG/XL)
Length: 165mm (SM), 170mm (MD/LG/XL)
Chainrings
SRAM SX Eagle, 30 tooth
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB, PressFit
Pedals
None
Chain
SRAM SX Eagle, 12-speed
Cassette
SRAM SX Eagle, 12-speed, 11-50 tooth
Rims
Giant AM 29, tubeless ready, sleeve-joint, 30mm inner width
Hubs
Front: Giant Tracker Performance, sealed bearings, 110x15mm Boost
Rear: Giant Tracker Sport, loose ball bearings, 141x9mm quick release
Rear: Giant Tracker Sport, loose ball bearings, 141x9mm quick release
Spokes
Sapim
Tires
Front: Maxxis Minion DHF, EXO, TR, 29" x 2.5" WT
Rear: Maxxis Aggressor, EXO, TR, 29" x 2.5" WT
Rear: Maxxis Aggressor, EXO, TR, 29" x 2.5" WT
Saddle
Giant Romero
Seatpost
Giant Contact Switch dropper
Drop: 125mm (SM), 150mm (MD), 170mm (LG/XL)
Drop: 125mm (SM), 150mm (MD), 170mm (LG/XL)
Seatpost Diameter
30.9mm
Seatpost Clamp
Quick release
Rear Dropout / Hub Dimensions
141x9mm quick release
Max. Tire Size
Bottle Cage Mounts
One (SM) or two (MD/LG/XL) inside front triangle, plus one under down tube (all sizes)
Colors
Desert Sage, Black/Charcoal
Warranty
Lifetime frame, 1 year paint and components
Weight
Miscellaneous
Internal cable routing
Price
$1,600.00
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