Giant Bikes - A Short History

Giant Bikes – A Short History

The World’s Largest Bike Maker

Giant are the World’s largest bicycle manufacturer. Appropriately named, this immensely respected brand sells a vast range of quality bikes and cycling products through a strong international presence in bike shops around the world.

Based in Taiwan, and founded in 1972, innovation, manufacturing and business expertise have set Giant apart. Beyond its bike manufacturing roots, the Giant brand has experienced massive growth in its own right through winning over a dedicated and loyal band of customers. 

 

40 years-worth of foresight, meticulous attention to detail, and responding to the evolving needs of cyclists has resulted in a stellar range of mountain; road; comfort; children’s; triathlon; BMX and indoor bikes. 

 

Now manufacturing several million bikes per year, Giant’s success has been fostered in an innovative and progressive product culture. They delight a worldwide community of riders who admire the consistent quality of their bikes and accessories, while appreciating the outstanding value they represent. 

 

Professional cycling competitions bear testimony to this affinity, with the huge presence of Giant bikes in a variety of racing disciplines. Giant also sponsors three international cycling teams, the Global Giant Mountain Bike Team and Team Rabobank, as well as many national teams. World Champion’s ride Giant bikes, including Marianne Vos of the Netherlands, and Danny Hart of the UK.

 

Wheelies are one of the UK’s largest distributors of Giant bikes and accessories. Their state-of-the-art mountain bikes cover the whole range of recreational and competitive uses including the awesome Anthem; Glory; XtC; and Reign. Road bikes with a racing pedigree include the Defy and TCR, and the ladies specific Avail.

A full range of accessories compliment the Giant brand with rider, bike and service gear.

As comprehensive and thorough a range of quality bike products as you are likely to find, the Giant brand travels far throughout the world on millions of bike journeys each day. 

The best place to get advice on Giant Bikes, Bike Clothing & Bike Accessories is from Wheelies in the UK.