Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Giant
2018 Giant Contend 3
Value Guide market data · 2018 Giant Contend 3
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2018 Contend 3 lineup
Overview
About this bike
2018 Giant Contend 3 value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- Fork
- Aluminum, Alloy OverDrive Steerer
- Frame
- ALUXX-grade aluminum
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 2018 Giant Contend 3
- Crankset
- FSA Tempo
- Bottom Bracket
- Sealed Cartridge, Threaded
- Chain
- KMC Z72
- Front Derailleur
- Shimano Claris
- Rear Derailleur
- Shimano Claris
- Cassette/Rear Cogs
- Shimano CS-HG50-8 11x34, 8-Speed
- Chainrings
- 34/50
- Shifters
- Shimano Claris
Brakes
- Brake Levers
- Shimano Claris
- Brakes
- Tektro TK-R312
Cockpit
- Saddle
- Contact Forward
- Stem
- Giant Sport
- Handlebars
- Giant Connect , 31.8mm
- Seat Post
- Alloy, 27.2mm
Wheels & Tires
- Hubs
- Giant Tracker Sport Road, [F] 24h, [R] 32h
- Tires
- Giant S-R4, 700x25
- Spokes
- Stainless Steel, 14g
Pedals
- Pedals
- Platform w/Toe Clip & Strap
Accessories
- Rims/Wheels
- Giant SR-3
- Color
- Matte Charcoal/Black / Satin Black/Yellow
Weight & Sizing
- Size
- X-Small / Small / Medium / Medium/Large / Large / X-Large
Frame sizing
XS4'10"-5'2"
S5'2"-5'6"
M5'6"-5'10"
L5'10"-6'2"
XL6'2"-6'6"
M highlighted as most common resale size. Sourced from catalog metadata.
Geometry
- Stack
- Varies by size
- Reach
- Varies by size
- Wheelbase
- Varies by size
Industry standard. Sourced from catalog metadata.
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Wheel condition
Inspect rims, hubs, spokes, and bearing play; ask about the tire age and any prior wheel rebuilds.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.
Inspection
Carbon inspection
Tap test the frame, fork, seatpost, and bars for cracks; verify no impact damage near dropouts.
Inspection
Brake hoses & cables
Check hydraulic line bleed, cable housing wear, and confirm rotors are within spec.