Giant Stance E+ Review: Better Than Before?

[@wvjeepguy8178]

Completely honest review. It's nice to hear someone not afraid to criticize where needed without coming off as elitist and snobby.

[@bikersedge]

Glad you like the video!

[@jeanmarc_in_Hudson]

Got the equivalent Embolden E+ Pro to my wife and that was an excellent move! Good honest review thanks. 👍

[@bikersedge]

Hey thanks! Great bike especially for the price.

[@kevinmanzo862]

There is no better MTB reviewer period. Another gem.

[@bikersedge]

Thanks!

[@nicholkid]

I have been interested in the non-E version of this thing cause it's so cheap, sounds like it would be a very solid bike with the updates to it. Some people online are wary of the flexpoint suspension, but it sounds like it works really well.

[@bikersedge]

It's certainly not the most refined suspension feel, but it gets the job done.

[@starhead100]

I’m not really interested in eMTBs, but I still watch all ur e-bike reviews because they are just that good.

[@bikersedge]

Huge compliment. Thanks!

[@William.N]

Great review!

[@bikersedge]

Hey thanks!

[@bi2u4787]

Stunning videos mate! Just curious, what do you shoot your videos on(Camera gear)? Love your content!

[@bikersedge]

Hey thanks. I use a GoPro 12 and a Sony a7s3.

[@jasontreyes8078]

Can you ride this bike without turning the electrical system? I'd utilize the electrical features when I'm completely exhausted.

[@bikersedge]

@@jasontreyes8078 you could but it’s a really heavy bike with drag in the motor when it’s not on. It would be hard to pedal.

[@jasontreyes8078]

@@bikersedge Thank you for the info.

[@murphybarrera3170]

I just ordered this bike, I'm new , I hope this bike shows me the fun of the mountain bike hobby.

[@bikersedge]

It's a great starter bike!

[@yannolet28]

Hi, how you like the bike finally?

[@neodurden6793]

How do you like it ?

[@mathildeeide8550]

Is the new model still a commuter bike or am i better off with the 2023 as an allround bike?

[@bikersedge]

The new one it a much more suited for MTB than the previous one.

[@mathildeeide8550]

@@bikersedge Thanks. But does that mean 2024 is less suited for city commuting though?

[@bikersedge]

@@mathildeeide8550 yes

[@Scott-mu4xw]

Would a 5’11” guy fit a medium

[@bikersedge]

@@Scott-mu4xw I avoid size advice over the internet. I’ll refer you to giants size chart, but a test ride or demo would be best.

[@jakemaughan3818]

How can you tell if they are selling the new or old version on their website?

[@bikersedge]

Usually new models say new next to them. Otherwise it can be tricky with them as they don’t do model years. You can check geometry.

[@ryanmichels2981]

Impressive it has an 800wh battery however for the market this is targeting, perhaps 600ish would have made more sense, making bike even cheaper and lighter.

[@bikersedge]

Making it cheaper makes sense. The added range with the bigger battery in my mind is worth the extra dollars and weight.

[@wvjeepguy8178]

@@bikersedge yep...battery capacity is one of the major selling points of any e-bike.

[@timcoleman3421]

The average mountain biker only rides 10-20 miles at a time. At least that’s what I see in my area. Seems like a 600 battery would be more than enough for 80% of riders.

[@bikersedge]

@timcoleman3421 it’s more of a vertical gain issue than mileage issue.

[@ptrgmx7396]

I’m selling my Cannondale Moterra Neo Carbon to get a Giant. I’m wondering if it’s better to get a Stance E+ Pro or Trance X E+?

[@bikersedge]

Personally I think the Trance is a better bike if you can swing the extra expense.

[@ptrgmx7396]

@@bikersedge Thanks dude! Nice review! Love your channel!

[@bikersedge]

@@ptrgmx7396 hey thanks!

[@DeadOrcherd]

Does this bike go without pedaling or is it only pedal assist

[@bikersedge]

Only pedal assist. It’s class 1

[@mitchcocker4514]

New pivot switchblade review??

[@bikersedge]

We don’t carry pivot. Unfortunately we won’t be able to make it happen.

[@chrisallen5293]

Bike sounds like a no for me but the review was great. You're reviews seem spot on and honest. Ever think about doing an independent channel for bikes you guys don't carry. I think it would be successful. Again great review

[@bikersedge]

Hey thanks for the kind words! I'm pretty stoked on the current setup here!

[@theshonen8899]

I used to own a Giant Stance where the seat stay cracked at the driveside "flex point". Flex stays on aluminum frames are such a joke.

[@bikersedge]

I don’t totally disagree. End up riding like a flexy single pivot.

[@jimm244]

I was going to ask a question about that….

[@asifitmatters1]

How does suspensions design impact price??? That makes no sense!

[@bikersedge]

Patented designs cost money.

[@asifitmatters1]

@@bikersedge both designs are patented… and does the Maestro patent not belong to Giant? So why would they charge themselves to use it?

[@bikersedge]

Single pivot is not patented. Maestro is and likely cost a lot to create the patent and design. It takes more resources for them so it makes sense it would cost more.

[@asifitmatters1]

@@bikersedge but since it is their patent why would it cost them more? If Maestro was a third party patent then I could understand the extra cost, but as far as I know it’s not.

[@bikersedge]

Because filing for a patent is expensive. Defending a patent is expensive. Sure they’re not paying royalties but they’ve certainly invested a lot of time, money and resources into patenting the maestro design. It’s pretty simple business math.

[@adampalma3765]

Why the hell would anyone buy a Stance. Just buy the entry level Trance

[@bikersedge]

I’d agree but the entry level trance is $1200 more. If you can afford it, it’s a way better bike for sure.

[@toolpigsrawtoolvideos74]

My thoughts exactly. With current sales you can get a trance or reign for the same money. This won’t be as discounted for awhile.