Giant Via 2
2015
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Description
A modern twist on the classic, stylish town bike, Giant's Via 2 carries you through the streets with ease. The tough, sleek chromoly frame sits you upright so you can view traffic easily and features an integrated U-lock holder for when you stop. SRAM's 8-speed drivetrain lets you cruise uphills and maximize your speed on the downhills. Fast-rolling 700 x 32c Giant tires with flat-protection let you head off quickly towards your destination. Plus, small details like a riveted springer saddle, fenders, kickstand, and chainguard keep this bike looking classy!
Consumer Reviews
Pros
- Stylish (2)
- None
- Comfortable
- Durable
- Versatile
Cons
- Flimsy (2)
- Only one bottle mount
- Stem is creaky
- Cheap Pedels Creek
- Cheap Plastic Seat Flimsy
- Frame is way too flexy
Best Uses
- Leisurely Rides (2)
- Street Riding
- Uneven Surfaces
- Commuting
- Dumpster Candy
Jun 25, 2012
- Pros:
- Stylish, Versatile, Durable, Comfortable
- Cons:
- Best Uses:
- Street Riding, Uneven Surfaces, Leisurely Rides
I bought this a few days ago, the people working in the store were extremely helpful. I am not obsessed with biking gear, so Im not as picky as other people. I bought the bike knowing that I ride it infrequently. If you need a bike that you will ride everyday, is this a good one? Not sure. I do ride mine in the city all over the uneven streets of [...], it can take some serious potholes on. It was cheap and does the trick for me.
Oct 29, 2011
- Pros:
- None
- Cons:
- Only one bottle mount, Grips bad in rain spongy, Rims Shed Clumps Of Metal, Cheap Pedels Creek, Freewheel was defective, Flimsy, Frame is way too flexy, Stem is creaky, Cheap Plastic Seat Flimsy
- Best Uses:
- Dumpster Candy
Just a bad design with cheap components. Giant stuff is normally good so this was shockingly bad.
Oct 13, 2011
- Pros:
- Stylish
- Cons:
- Flimsy, Handles Poorly
- Best Uses:
- Commuting, Leisurely Rides
I use the bike to commute to work, about 2 1/2 miles, and have only had the bike 3 months. I was crossing a street in a high gear and the crank collapsed, bending on itself to look like a taco, rendering the bike useless. Also, the rear break began to squeak in the short time I've owned the bike. I am very unhappy with the quality of the components.
Specifications
- Frame
- 4130 Butted chromoly steel
- Fork
- 4130 Butted chromoly steel
- Rims/Wheels
- Aluminum
- Hubs
- Aluminum
- Spokes
- 14g stainless-steel
- Tires
- Giant SR3 w/flat protection and reflective sidewalls, 700 x 32c
- Crankset
- Aluminum
- Chainrings
- 44T
- Rear Derailleur
- SRAM X-4
- Rear Cogs
- SRAM PG-820, 8-speed: 11-32
- Shifters
- SRAM X-4
- Handlebars
- Aluminum, mid-rise
- Stem
- Aluminum, quill
- Brake Levers
- Aluminum, 3-finger
- Brakes
- Aluminum, dual pivot
- Pedals
- Aluminum platform
- Saddle
- Giant Via, SuperSoft Foam
- Seatpost
- Aluminum
- Accessories & Extras
- Custom fenders, chainguard, kickstand, frame-mounted U-lock carrier