The Embolden is built for riders who want to spend more time riding and less time worrying about their bike.
Developed using insights from women riders, its geometry and suspension balance stability, control, and efficiency to create a ride that feels intuitive on the trail. With a lightweight aluminum frame, FlexPoint suspension, and modern trail geometry, Embolden builds confidence as riders move from forest paths to proper singletrack.
Key Performance Factors
Balanced Handling That Builds Confidence
Embolden’s modern trail geometry creates a balanced, confidence-inspiring ride, while a size-specific wheel strategy ensures every rider gets the handling that works best for them. Mixed wheels on XS and S frames improve maneuverability and fit, while dual 29-inch wheels on M and L roll smoothly over trail obstacles and maintain momentum. A dropper seatpost lets you quickly lower the saddle for descents and technical sections, helping you stay comfortable and in control as the trail gets more exciting.
Reliable Performance, Thoughtfully Designed
The lightweight ALUXX-grade aluminum frame keeps Embolden efficient on climbs and durable for everyday trail adventures. Smart details like a semi-integrated shock design, easy to set up suspension guide on the fork, improved cable routing, and a heavy-duty molded chainstay protector help keep maintenance simple and the bike running quietly. With reliable components and a clean, practical design, Embolden is built to spend more time out on the trail—and less time in the garage.
Smooth Suspension, Simple Setup
FlexPoint rear suspension delivers smooth, predictable control through 130mm of rear-wheel travel, paired with 140mm of front suspension for confident capability on modern trails. The system maintains traction over roots, rocks, and technical terrain while providing a supportive, stable ride feel as trail conditions change.
Tech & Features
ALUXX Aluminum Technology
This Performance level frame material features 6061 alloy with single-butted tubes to produce strong, lightweight framesets for a variety of different bikes and riding styles.
PowerCore
A massively oversized bottom-bracket/chainstay area features a fully integrated, 86-millimeter wide bottom-bracket design (92-millimeterwide for off-road bikes). Asymmetric chainstays provide additional stiffness on the driveside and stability on the non-driveside.
Tubeless System
Engineered with proprietary Dynamic Balanced Lacing technology, this tubeless ready composite WheelSystem delivers superior efficiency, pinpoint control and comfort.
FlexPoint Suspension Technology
A proven “single-pivot” design that uses the flexing action of the chainstay/seatstay junction to produce a lightweight and durable suspension system with 4.7 inches/120mm of rear travel.
OverDrive
Designed to provide precise front-end steering performance, this fork steerer tube technology uses oversized headset bearings (1 1/4” lower and 1 1/8” upper for road, 1 1/2” lower and 1 1/8” upper for mountain) and tapered steerer tube work in conjunction to provide optimal steering stiffness.
Sizing Guide
Sizing to be used as a reference only and based on rider's height. Please check with us to determine the correct size.
- XS: 148cm - 163cm
- S: 158cm - 169cm
- M: 164cm - 175cm
- L: 170cm - 183cm
Specs
| Sizes | 27.5": XS, S; 29": S, M, L |
| Colours | Pale Moss, Red Clay |
| Frame | ALUXX-grade aluminum, 130mm FlexPoint suspension, 12x148mm thru-axle, UDH interface |
| Fork | Giant STL 34 dual air, 140mm, 15x110, thru-axle |
| Shock | Giant U.S.: Fox Rhythm, rebound, 210x52.5, custom tuned for Liv. Other GSCs: Crest FloTrac Elite TR, 2-position lockout, 210x52.5, custom tuned for Liv |
| Handlebar | Giant Contact TR35, 35mm — XS: 20mm rise / 760mm, S: 20mm rise / 760mm, M: 35mm rise / 760mm, L: 35mm rise / 800mm |
| Grips | Tactal Pro, lock-on — XS & S: 120mm, M & L: 130mm |
| Stem | Giant Contact SL 35 — XS: 40mm, S: 50mm, M: 50mm, L: 50mm |
| Seatpost | Giant Contact Switch AT dropper, remote — XS: 110–140mm travel / 30.9 x 395mm, S: 110–140mm travel / 30.9 x 395mm, M: 140–170mm travel / 30.9 x 470mm, L: 140–170mm travel / 30.9 x 470mm |
| Saddle | Liv Contact Ergo Trail |
| Shifters | Shimano CUES SL-6000, 1x10 |
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano CUES RD-U6000, Shadow + |
| Brakes | Tektro HD-M5141 hydraulic, TR-54 6-bolt rotors, [F]180mm, [R]180mm |
| Brake Levers | Tektro HD-M5141 |
| Cassette | Shimano CUES CS-LG300, 11x48 |
| Chain | KMC X-11 |
| Crankset | Shimano CUES FC-U6000, 34T for 27.5", 32T for 29"; XS: 165mm, S: 165mm, M: 165mm, L: 165mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano, threaded |
| Rims | Giant AM30 alloy rim |
| Hubs | [F] Giant MTB alloy, 6-bolt; [R] Giant MTB alloy, 6-bolt, HG driver body |
| Spokes | Stainless steel, 28, J-bend |
| Tires | XS & S: [F] Maxxis Dissector 29x2.4, Dual, EXO, TR; [R] Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5x2.4, Dual, EXO, TR, tubeless. M & L: [F] Maxxis Dissector 29x2.4, Dual, EXO, TR; [R] Maxxis Minion DHR II 29x2.4, Dual, EXO, TR, tubeless |
| Extras | Tubeless prepared, max tire size 2.5", max chainring size 34t |
| Weight | The most accurate way to determine any bike’s weight is to have your local dealer weigh it for you. Many brands strive to list the lowest possible weight, but in reality weight can vary based on size, finish, hardware and accessories. All our bikes are designed for best-in-class weight and ride quality. |
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