Giant Stance

The Stance launched in 2014 as Giant's entry-level full-suspension trail bike, deliberately using a simpler FlexPoint single-pivot rear suspension instead of the four-bar Maestro found on Trance and Reign. That trade-off — slightly less active suspension for a much lower price — let Giant deliver a real full-sus trail bike at hardtail-plus money. The platform was refreshed in 2022 with 29-inch wheels, 130 mm rear travel paired with a 140 mm fork, longer-reach geometry, and a 66° head angle. The 2026 model adds Shimano CUES 1x10, a Maxxis Dissector / Giant STL 34 dual-air fork, and a stock dropper post — a near-complete trail bike at the price where most rivals are still selling hardtails.