2010 Trance X2 or X3?

othello

My better half has given me permission to get a new bike

I was looking at getting a 2010 Trance X3 in the sales. But I have seen a 2010 Trance X2 which is not that much more. My wife is taking the line of 'you won't be getting another bike for a long time so if you need to spend a bit more then do!'.

But is there a major difference, and is it worth spending the extra cash? From what I can tell the only difference is the X2 is 1lb lighter and has XT?

othello

I think I'm leaning towards the X3 as it will save me a bit of cash and there is not a huge step up on the X2. I can upgrade some of it going forward anyway.

I have done a lot of research and been really torn between an Anthem or a Trance. I think the Trance is best suited to my riding. I'm not a XC whippet, though I do enjoy XC type trails, and ride a lot at Swinley. I don't mind going uphill and the Trance will do that just fine. I also enjoy coming down, but nothing jumpy. I reckon the Anthem will be a little too racey for me.

supersonic

Have you got links to the exact models and prices?

rockmonkeysc

2010 Trance X3 is awesome. There is nothing I need to upgrade on mine other than the (bent) rear mech.
Light enough for XC riding. Tough, fast & fun for trail riding.
Meastro suspension is very, very good.

the article don

The Giant website coveniently lists the upgrades from X3 to X2 and they are:

Key Upgrades (from Trance X3):

Fox 32 F120RL, 120mm suspension fork w/ 15QR thru-axle, Fox Float RP2 rear shock

Shimano Deore XT shifting, Avid Elixir 5 hydraulic disc brakes

Giant Connect SL handlebar, stem and seat post

WTB LaserDisc Trail rim/Giant Tracker hub/WTB hub/DT Competition spokes, wheel set

There's not much jump from X3 to X2 so unless you're getting a bargain on the X2, I'd go for the X3. Plus it's a nicer colour!!

reluctant

The Trance is a great bike

JayLeenfl

Hi everyone here.I am so glad to come in here,good to see you all.

rockmonkeysc

Looks like the major upgrades are the suspension which just basically adds front & rear lock outs, my X3 has no lock out & to be honest I have never needed it, the meastro suspension is very good & doesn't move when pedalling. I have got the Giant Connect SL components on my 2010 Trance and they are no better than Easton EA50 kit which is cheap enough. Elixir 5 brakes might be nice though the Juicy 3's on the X3 are pretty good, plenty of power & nice feel.

othello

Thanks everyone

I think the X3 is the one as there is not that much difference over the X2.

JayLeenfl

2010 Trance X3 is awesome.