The Devote Advanced is your go-to for going fast wherever the gravel muse may call you. Balancing speed and ruggedness this versatile bike is ready for race day rest day and multi-day adventures. Key Performance Factors Ultralight Agility An ultralight Advanced-grade composite frame and fork make for snappy acceleration while internal cable routing streamlines your cockpit and makes room for your must-have accessories. And the redesigned geometry puts you in a more aggressive position increases traction and stability and allows more control at speed and on descents. Superior Compliance and Control The Contact XR D-Fuse handlebar features a 5-degree back sweep and flare drop for comfortable and ergonomic grip. Select models also feature the Contact D-Fuse seatpost and one is equipped with a dropper post. Or swap out for your preferred set-up. These proprietary D-Fuse components absorb bumps and reduce vibrations ensuring less fatigue and more fun on those epic rides. Unmatched Versatility Adapt to the route with the flip chip – dropout which lets you adjust your wheelbase length and rear-wheel tire clearance. Go shorter for responsive handling and quick acceleration. Go longer for added stability plus clearance for larger tires and extra traction. Plus the integrated down tube storage lets you stash a multi-tool or extra fuel so nothing’s slowing you down. Advanced Composite Technology Liv’s High-Performance Grade raw carbon material is used to produce this frameset in our own composite factory. Using state-of-the-art materials and manufacturing techniques Liv’s Advanced-Grade Composite frames are designed to offer light weight and stiffness with optimal compliance. D-Fuse Technology The D-Fuse seatpost and handlebar were designed to function as a system to absorb shocks and vibrations from various surfaces ensuring a smoother and more efficient ride. Tubeless System Engineered with proprietary Dynamic Balanced Lacing technology this tubeless ready composite WheelSystem delivers superior efficiency pinpoint control and comfort. 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. Colours Camel Silk/Chrome Frame Advanced-grade composite 12x142mm thru-axle flat mount disc flip chip – dropout integrated down tube storage Fork Advanced-grade composite full-composite OverDrive steerer 12mm thru-axle flat mount disc FSA stainless upper/lower bearings Shock N/A Handlebar Giant Contact XR D-Fuse 31.8mm 5-degree back sweep flare drop XS: 400mm S: 400mm M: 420mm L: 420mm Stem Giant Contact AeroLight -10-degree XS: 50mm S: 60mm M: 70mm L: 80mm Seatpost Giant D-Fuse composite -5/+15mm offset Saddle Liv Grit Pedals N/A Shifters Shimano GRX RX-820 2x12 Front Derailleur Shimano GRX RX-820 Rear Derailleur Shimano GRX RX-820 Brakes Shimano GRX RX-820 hydraulic Shimano RT-70 rotors [F]160mm [R]160mm Brake Levers Shimano GRX RX-820 hydraulic Cassette Shimano CS-HG710 12-speed 11x36 Chain KMC X12L-1 Crankset Shimano GRX RX-820 31/48 XS: 165mm S: 170mm M: 172.5mm L: 172.5mm Bottom Bracket Shimano press fit Rims Giant CXR 2 [F] 35mm [R] 35mm Hubs [F] Giant alloy CenterLock 12mm thru-axle [R] Giant AR alloy 3-pawl driver 36t CenterLock 12mm thru-axle Spokes Sapim Sprint Tyres CADEX GX 700x40c tubeless Extras 53mm max tire size in "long" flip chip position 45mm max tire size in "short" flip chip position tubeless prepared ISC clamp in-frame storage bag 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.