GiantTrinity Advanced SL
The Trinity Advanced SL replaces the rim-brake Trinity Advanced Pro as Giant's triathlon and TT platform, moving to disc brakes and an Advanced SL-grade carbon frame that Giant says is 558 g lighter than its predecessor. It is sold in triathlon and time-trial frameset configurations, with the tri version carrying the AeroVault hydration reservoir and top-tube bento box. Giant states the frameset is UCI-compliant for time trial events.
- From
- €11,999$12,000£10,499
- Builds
- 3
- Sizes
- 4
- Frame weight
- —
Design sketch, generated from the manufacturer's photo
Our verdict
Overall
out of 100, average of 7 categories
A tri bike that also builds into a UCI-legal TT setup, with an 850 ml reservoir, a bento box and generous armrest stack and reach adjustment. The press-fit bottom bracket and Giant's own cockpit are the compromise; the Rival build is the sensible way in, while the Red build adds a power meter and Cadex wheels at the top of the market.
Scored Oct 2026
- + Aero-first design
- + Integrated hydration and storage
- + Wide fit adjustment
AI-drafted from the specs on this page and reviewed before publishing. Scores are relative to every bike in the catalog when they were given, so they drop as newer bikes and parts raise the bar.
- Aero
- 86/100
- Frame
- 82/100
- Components
- 78/100
- Hydration & storage
- 85/100
- Fit
- 84/100
- Practicality
- 62/100
- Price
- 70/100
Aero claims and front-end integration
Carbon grade, weight and warranty
Groupset, wheels and power meter
Hydration and storage in the frame
Sizes and adjustment range
Travel, standard parts, servicing
From the cheapest complete-bike MSRP
Bike duel
Reviews
1 independent review of the Giant Trinity Advanced SL.
- WrittenHarald EnglertTested: Trinity Advanced SL 0In German
Frame & platform
Frame & fork
- Frame material
- Carbon (Advanced SL-grade composite)
- Fork material
- Carbon (Advanced SL-grade composite, full-composite steerer)
- Frame sizes
- XS, S, M, L
- Colours
- Carbon / Chrome (frameset)
- Also available as
- Trinity Advanced SL Time Trial Frameset (UCI configuration with down-tube bottle); Liv Avow Advanced SL women's version
- UCI frame approval
- The UCI list of approved framesets (version 2026.10.02) has one 2025 Trinity entry, MY25 TRINITY ADV PRO (frame and fork), category ALL, sizes XXS-L (5), approved 21 April 2024, code GIANT-039; the list does not use the Advanced SL name
- UCI configuration
- Giant says the frameset is compliant for TT events. The TT frameset kit comes with a down-tube bottle and cage in place of the tri hydration kit and top-tube bento box.
Compatibility & standards
- Brake type
- Flat-mount disc
- Max rotor size
- 160 mm
- Wheel size
- 700c
- Max tire width
- 30 mm
- Bottom bracket standard
- Press-fit (PowerCore, 86mm wide)
- Front axle
- 12x100 thru-axle
- Rear axle
- 12x142 thru-axle
- Cable routing
- Internal derailleur and brake housing
Hydration & storage
- Integrated hydration
- Yes
- Hydration volume
- 850 ml28.7 fl oz
- Hydration details
- Reservoir sits low on the frame with dual-sided filling access and a drinking straw near the armrests. It mounts like a bottle cage, so it can be swapped for a standard cage and bottle. Giant lists the reservoir at 700 ml on XS and S and 850 ml on M and L.
- Integrated storage
- Yes
- Storage details
- Hard-shell top-tube bento box for up to six 32 g gels. The TT frameset ships with a down-tube bottle and cage instead of the hydration kit and bento box.
- Top tube bento box
- Yes
Fit & adjustability
- Aerobar system
- Giant AeroDrive base bar with integrated stem and Sync armrests, designed for SYNC EVO Pro extensions; aftermarket computer mounts fit
- Pad stack adjustment range
- 80 mm of armrest stack adjustment (tri pad stack 629-709 mm on XS to 691-771 mm on L)
- Pad reach adjustment range
- 75 mm of armrest reach adjustment (pad reach 323-398 mm on XS to 378-453 mm on L)
- Pad width range
- Eight armrest width settings
- Extension options
- 10 and 15-degree extension wedges; armrest angle 0, 10 or 15 degrees; four extension width settings
- Seatpost type
- Trinity Composite aero seatpost, four offset positions (51 mm range)
- Saddle position range
- Four seatpost offset positions spanning 51 mm
Aerodynamics
- Manufacturer aero claims
- 5.9 W less drag at 45 km/h than the previous Trinity Advanced Pro (tri configuration)
- Testing method
- CFD plus wind-tunnel testing with a dynamic mannequin with articulating legs
- Tube profile
- Truncated ellipse tubing (AeroSystem Shaping)
Travel, maintenance & warranty
- Frame warranty
- Lifetime limited warranty on the frame and ten years on the rigid fork, original owner only (US)
- Sold via
- Giant online store with assembly and pickup through authorized Giant retailers, and in-store
Photos
Design sketches
Builds & components
Highlighted rows differ between builds. Green marks the best value.
Trinity Advanced SL 0 | Trinity Advanced SL 2 | Trinity Advanced SL Triathlon Frameset | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overview | |||
| Price (MSRP) | €11,999$12,000£10,499 | €7,499$9,900£6,499 | $6,000$6,000£3,750 |
| Type | Complete bike | Complete bike | Frameset |
| Notes | Giant's UK site shows a reduced price of £8,399 against the £10,499 original price used here. | Giant's US site shows a reduced price of $7,000 against the $9,900 MSRP used here; the UK site shows £5,199 against £6,499. | Includes frame, fork, Giant basebar with integrated stem and Sync armrests, top-tube bento box, hydration kit and computer mount. UK price shown reduced to £2,799 from £3,750. |
| Drivetrain | |||
| Groupset | SRAM Red AXS E1 | SRAM Rival AXS | — |
| Launched | 2024 · current generation | — | — |
| Speeds | 12-speed | 12-speed | — |
| Electronic | Yes | Yes | — |
| Wireless | Yes | Yes | — |
| Shifters | SRAM AXS Wireless Blips | SRAM eTap Clics (extensions) / eTap Blips (basebar) | — |
| Position | Extensions and basebar | Extensions and basebar | — |
| Crankset | SRAM Red 1 E1 AXS | SRAM Rival AXS | — |
| Chainrings | 48 | 48/35 | — |
| Crank length | 160 (XS) / 165 (S) / 170 (M) / 172.5 (L) | 160 (XS) / 165 (S) / 170 (M) / 172.5 (L) | — |
| Power meter | SRAM Red AXS E1 Power Meter | Giant Power Halo | — |
| Launched | 2024 · current generation | — | — |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB Pressfit | SRAM DUB Pressfit | — |
| Standard | Press-fit | Press-fit | — |
| Front derailleur | — | SRAM Rival AXS | — |
| Rear derailleur | SRAM Red AXS E1 | SRAM Rival AXS D2 | — |
| Cassette | SRAM Red XG-1290 E1 | SRAM Rival | — |
| Range | 10-33 | 10-36 | — |
| Speeds | 12-speed | 12-speed | — |
| Chain | SRAM Red E1 | SRAM Force D1 | — |
| Brakes | |||
| Brake levers | SRAM S-900 Aero HRD | SRAM S-900 Aero AXS | — |
| Brake calipers | SRAM S-900 Aero HRD | SRAM S-900 Aero HRD | — |
| Type | Hydraulic disc | Hydraulic disc | — |
| Rotors | SRAM Paceline X | SRAM Paceline X | — |
| Front rotor | 160 mm | 160 mm | — |
| Rear rotor | 140 mm | 140 mm | — |
| Wheels & tires | |||
| Wheelset | CADEX 4-Spoke Disc WheelSystem | Giant SLR 2 50 WheelSystem | — |
| Tires | CADEX Aero | CADEX Aero | — |
| Tire width | 25 mm | 25 mm | — |
| Set up tubeless | Yes | Yes | — |
| Cockpit | |||
| Aerobar system | Giant AeroDrive base bar with Sync armrest set | Giant AeroDrive base bar with Sync armrest set | Giant AeroDrive base bar with Sync armrest set |
| Extensions | Giant 10 and 15-degree extension wedge | Giant 10 and 15-degree extension wedge | Giant 10 and 15-degree extension wedge |
| Saddle & seatpost | |||
| Saddle | Giant Contact SL Tri | Giant Contact SL Tri | — |
| Seatpost | Giant Trinity Composite | Giant Trinity Composite | Giant Trinity Composite |
| Included extras | |||
| Hydration system | Giant AeroVault hydration kit | Giant AeroVault hydration kit | — |
| Storage / bento | Giant TT storage (top-tube bento box) | Giant TT storage (top-tube bento box) | — |
Trinity Advanced SL price & value
Where it's cheapest
MSRPs converted at ECB reference rates of 2026-10-05 (1 EUR = 1.1204 USD = 0.8472 GBP). US prices exclude sales tax, so add your state's rate before comparing.
| Build | Market | MSRP | In EUR | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Advanced SL 0 | USA (USD, excl. sales tax) | $12,000 | €10,710 | cheapest |
| Europe (EUR, incl. VAT) | €11,999 | €11,999 | +12% | |
| UK (GBP, incl. VAT) | £10,499 | €12,393 | +16% | |
| Trinity Advanced SL 2 | Europe (EUR, incl. VAT) | €7,499 | €7,499 | cheapest |
| UK (GBP, incl. VAT) | £6,499 | €7,671 | +2% | |
| USA (USD, excl. sales tax) | $9,900 | €8,836 | +18% | |
| Trinity Advanced SL Triathlon Frameset | UK (GBP, incl. VAT) | £3,750 | €4,426 | cheapest |
| USA (USD, excl. sales tax) | $6,000 | €5,355 | +21% |
Building up the Trinity Advanced SL Triathlon Frameset
Included: Aerobar system, Extensions, Seatpost.
Still to buy: Groupset, Crankset, Cassette, Chain, Brake calipers, Wheelset, Tires, Saddle, Pedals.
Aero tests
Tests that measured the Trinity Advanced SL against other bikes under the same conditions. Lower is faster.
Trinity Advanced SL vs previous Trinity Advanced Pro
Giant Bicycles, 2025-01 (1 year ago) · GST wind tunnel, Immenstaad, Germany · 45 km/h · yaw -20° to +20°, averaged · run by a manufacturer
| # | Bike | Power to overcome drag | Gap to fastest |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Giant Trinity Advanced SLCADEX 4-Spoke Disc WheelSystem | 264.4 W | fastest |
| 2 | Giant Trinity Advanced Pro (previous generation)CADEX 65 WheelSystem | 270.3 W | +5.9 W |
Ownership checklist
1 of 2 known checks pass, 5 not published by Giant. Why these checks
- ✕
Threaded bottom bracket
Press-fit (PowerCore, 86mm wide)
- ?
UDH derailleur hanger
- ✓
Standard 12×142 mm rear axle
12x142 thru-axle
- ?
Works with mechanical shifting
- ?
Fits third-party aerobars
Giant AeroDrive base bar with integrated stem and Sync armrests, designed for SYNC EVO Pro extensions; aftermarket computer mounts fit
- ?
Rear disc wheel compatible
- ?
Fit kept when packed
Raced by
Pros who raced the Trinity Advanced SL, with results on it.
© Giant Bicycles / @santarastudios & @carla.hilger Gustav Iden2025–2026Norway · Giant
- 2ndIronman World Championship (Nice) 2025
- 4th (fastest bike split)Ironman 70.3 World Championship (Nice) 2026
Setup: Size M, Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 12-speed, 58/44T, 170 mm, Cadex Aero 4-Spoke front / Cadex disc rear (2025 Ironman WC)
Race setup, 3 parts →Source- Josh Ferris2026
Australia
Setup: Shimano Ultegra Di2 2x, CADEX 50 mm front and CADEX rear disc (70.3 Worlds 2026)
Race setup, 2 parts →Source 
© Giant Bicycles / @santarastudios & @carla.hilger Kristian Blummenfelt2026Norway · Giant
- 2ndIronman 70.3 World Championship (Nice) 2026
- Michele Bortolamedi2026
Italy
Setup: Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 2x with carbon chainrings, CADEX 50 mm front and CADEX rear disc (70.3 Worlds 2026)
Race setup, 3 parts →Source 
© Giant Bicycles / @cauldphoto Luke Plapp2025Australia · Team Jayco AlUla
- 1stAustralian National Time Trial Championships 2025
Trinity Advanced SL geometry
| XS | S | M | L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack | 490 mm19.3″ | 513 mm20.2″ | 532 mm20.9″ | 551 mm21.7″ |
| Reach | 397 mm15.6″ | 412 mm16.2″ | 432 mm17″ | 452 mm17.8″ |
| Pad stack min | 629 mm24.8″ | 653 mm25.7″ | 672 mm26.5″ | 691 mm27.2″ |
| Pad stack max | 709 mm27.9″ | 733 mm28.9″ | 752 mm29.6″ | 771 mm30.4″ |
| Pad reach min | 323 mm12.7″ | 338 mm13.3″ | 358 mm14.1″ | 378 mm14.9″ |
| Pad reach max | 398 mm15.7″ | 413 mm16.3″ | 433 mm17″ | 453 mm17.8″ |
| Seat angle min | 77° | 77° | 77° | 77° |
| Seat angle max | 77° | 77° | 77° | 77° |
| Head tube angle | 72° | 73° | 73° | 73° |
| Head tube length | 85 mm3.3″ | 105 mm4.1″ | 125 mm4.9″ | 145 mm5.7″ |
| Effective top tube | 510 mm20.1″ | 530 mm20.9″ | 554 mm21.8″ | 579 mm22.8″ |
| Seat tube length | 477 mm18.8″ | 508 mm20″ | 538 mm21.2″ | 565 mm22.2″ |
| Chainstay | 405 mm15.9″ | 405 mm15.9″ | 405 mm15.9″ | 405 mm15.9″ |
| Wheelbase | 974 mm38.3″ | 988 mm38.9″ | 1,013 mm39.9″ | 1,039 mm40.9″ |
| BB drop | 70 mm2.8″ | 70 mm2.8″ | 70 mm2.8″ | 70 mm2.8″ |
| Fork offset | 40 mm1.6″ | 40 mm1.6″ | 40 mm1.6″ | 40 mm1.6″ |
| Trail | 69 mm2.7″ | 63 mm2.5″ | 63 mm2.5″ | 63 mm2.5″ |
| Standover | 758 mm29.8″ | 786 mm30.9″ | 814 mm32″ | 838 mm33″ |
| Wheel size | 700c | 700c | 700c | 700c |
| Crank length | 160 mm6.3″ | 165 mm6.5″ | 170 mm6.7″ | 172.5 mm6.8″ |
| Basebar width | 400 mm15.7″ | 400 mm15.7″ | 400 mm15.7″ | 400 mm15.7″ |
Side view & pad range
Drawn to scale (how to read it).
How the geometry rides
The Trinity Advanced SL in size S against the middle size of 14 other bikes: tendencies from geometry, not a ride review (how to read this).
- Trail63 mm2.5″
shortestlonger than 86% of 14 bikeslongest
Longer trail than most: steering is steadier and less twitchy on the extensions.
- Wheelbase988 mm38.9″
shortestlonger than 26% of 42 bikeslongest
- Chainstay405 mm15.9″
shortestlonger than 48% of 53 bikeslongest
Good to know
Design
Moving from Advanced-grade to Advanced SL-grade carbon, together with lighter paint, seatpost, fuelling system and bars, saves 558 g over the previous frameset. Giant says stiffness is unchanged.
SourceDesign
Giant claims 28 percent more compliance at the armrests and 100 percent more at the seatpost than the previous generation.
SourceFit
Compared with the old Trinity, armrest stack range grows from 60 to 80 mm and reach range from 60 to 75 mm. Giant counts 24 times more armrest positions, all set with spacers and two-bolt clamps.
SourceCompatibility
Brakes are flat mount. Rotors can be up to 160 mm front and 140 mm rear without adapters, or 160 mm rear with an adapter. The bottom bracket is press-fit and tyres up to 30 mm fit.
SourceRacing
Giant says the frameset is UCI-compliant for time trials when built in the TT configuration.
SourceHistory
Giant announced the Trinity Advanced SL in January 2025, replacing the rim-brake Trinity Advanced Pro. Luke Plapp raced it before launch and won the Australian time trial title on it.
SourceVersions
The tri and TT framesets differ in what ships with them: the tri kit has the hydration reservoir and bento box, while the TT kit has a down-tube bottle and cage.
Source
Trinity Advanced SL FAQ
Is the Giant Trinity Advanced SL UCI legal?+
Yes. The Giant Trinity Advanced SL is UCI legal, so it can be raced in draft-illegal triathlon as well as UCI time trials.
How much does the Giant Trinity Advanced SL cost?+
Manufacturer prices (MSRP): €7,499–€11,999 / $6,000–$12,000 / £3,750–£10,499 across 3 listed builds and framesets: Trinity Advanced SL 0, Trinity Advanced SL 2 and Trinity Advanced SL Triathlon Frameset.
What sizes does the Giant Trinity Advanced SL come in?+
4 sizes: XS, S, M and L.
What pad stack and pad reach can the Giant Trinity Advanced SL reach?+
Across all sizes, pad stack ranges from 629 mm (24.8″) to 771 mm (30.4″), and pad reach from 323 mm (12.7″) to 453 mm (17.8″). Use the fit finder to check which size covers your position.
What seat angle does the Giant Trinity Advanced SL have?+
77° effective seat tube angle.
Does the Giant Trinity Advanced SL have integrated hydration?+
Yes, 850 ml (28.7 fl oz). Reservoir sits low on the frame with dual-sided filling access and a drinking straw near the armrests. It mounts like a bottle cage, so it can be swapped for a standard cage and bottle. Giant lists the reservoir at 700 ml on XS and S and 850 ml on M and L.
Does the Giant Trinity Advanced SL have integrated storage?+
Yes. Hard-shell top-tube bento box for up to six 32 g gels. The TT frameset ships with a down-tube bottle and cage instead of the hydration kit and bento box. A top tube bento box is integrated.
What is the tire clearance of the Giant Trinity Advanced SL?+
Up to 30 mm tires on 700c wheels.
Which groupsets are compatible with the Giant Trinity Advanced SL?+
Bottom bracket: Press-fit (PowerCore, 86mm wide).
What builds of the Giant Trinity Advanced SL are available?+
Trinity Advanced SL 0: SRAM Red AXS E1; Trinity Advanced SL 2: SRAM Rival AXS.
Which pros ride the Giant Trinity Advanced SL?+
Gustav Iden, Josh Ferris, Kristian Blummenfelt, Michele Bortolamedi and Luke Plapp raced this generation of the Giant Trinity Advanced SL. See the "Raced by" section for seasons and results.
What warranty does the Giant Trinity Advanced SL frame have?+
Lifetime limited warranty on the frame and ten years on the rigid fork, original owner only (US)
Is the Giant Trinity Advanced SL aerodynamic?+
5.9 W less drag at 45 km/h than the previous Trinity Advanced Pro (tri configuration) (CFD plus wind-tunnel testing with a dynamic mannequin with articulating legs)
Sources
- https://www.giant-bicycles.com/us/trinity-advanced-sl-triathlon-frameset-2025
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- https://www.giant-bicycles.com/us/trinity-advanced-sl-0-2025
- https://www.giant-bicycles.com/us/trinity-advanced-sl-2-2025
- https://www.giant-bicycles.com/us/bikes/road-bikes/triathlon-and-tt
- https://www.giant-bicycles.com/discover/en-us/road-cycling/triathlon-and-time-trial/trinity
- https://www.giant-bicycles.com/gb/trinity-advanced-sl-0-2025
- https://www.giant-bicycles.com/gb/trinity-advanced-sl-2-2025
- https://www.giant-bicycles.com/gb/trinity-advanced-sl-triathlon-frameset-2025
- https://www.giant-bicycles.com/de/trinity-advanced-sl-0-2025
- https://www.giant-bicycles.com/de/trinity-advanced-sl-2-2025
- https://www.bikeradar.com/news/giant-trinity-advanced-sl-liv-avow-advanced-sl
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- https://www.giant-bicycles.com/global/news/iden-and-blummenfelt-land-ironman-world-championship-podiums/30085
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