Giant

fastroad ar 2

Name: FastRoad AR 2
Brand: Giant
SKU: GIANT-3880
Price: 999.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

£999.00

Glacier Silver

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The Giant FastRoad AR 2 in Glacier Silver is a high-speed "all-road" hybrid that blurs the lines between a flat-bar road bike and a gravel machine. For the 2025/2026 season, this model has transitioned to the new Shimano CUES ecosystem, moving away from traditional road groupsets in favour of LinkGlide technology, which offers vastly improved durability and smoother shifting under the higher torque of aggressive urban and light gravel riding.
The Glacier Silver finish is a crisp, metallic "arctic" tone that highlights the clean lines of the ALUXX aluminium frame. With its 40mm tubeless tires and vibration-damping D-Fuse technology, it’s designed for the rider who wants road-bike speed without the back-aching geometry or the fragility of skinny tires.
Frameset & Geometry
- Frame: ALUXX-Grade Aluminium, 12x142mm Thru-Axle, Disc, Internal Cable Routing.
- Fork: Advanced-Grade Composite (Carbon), Full-Composite OverDrive Steerer, 12x100mm Thru-Axle.
- Handlebar: Giant Sport Flat, 31.8mm.
- Stem: Giant Sports, 7-degree rise.
- Seatpost: Giant D-Fuse, Alloy, 350mm (D-shaped profile to absorb vertical shock).
- Saddle: Giant ErgoContact.
- Color: Glacier Silver.
Drivetrain & Brakes
- Shifters: Shimano CUES U4000, 1x9-speed.
- Rear Derailleur: Shimano CUES U4000 (With Shadow design for better chain retention).
- Crankset: FSA Omega AGX+, 42T (Gravel-optimized narrow-wide ring).
- Cassette: Shimano CUES CS-LG300, 11-41T (LinkGlide durability).
- Chain: Shimano LinkGlide LG500.
- Brakes: Tektro HD-R280 Hydraulic Disc.
- Rotors: Giant MPH, 160mm (Front & Rear).
Wheels & Tires
- Wheelset: Giant S-X2 Disc, 12mm Thru-Axle, Tubeless Ready.
- Tires: Maxxis Re-Fuse (or Giant Gavia Fondo AR), Tubeless, 700x40c.
- Max Tire Clearance: 42mm.
Key Performance Features
- Shimano CUES Integration: The move to CUES is a game-changer for durability. The LinkGlide teeth profile is thicker and more robust than standard road cassettes, meaning your drivetrain will last significantly longer before needing a replacement—perfect for high-mileage commuters.
- D-Fuse Comfort: Giant’s proprietary D-shaped seatpost is designed to flex slightly under load. It acts as a "micro-suspension" system that filters out road chatter and small bumps before they reach your spine.
- Full Composite Fork: Unlike budget hybrids that use heavy steel or aluminum forks, the FastRoad AR 2 uses a full carbon fork to keep the front end light and responsive while further damping vibrations.
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Description

The Giant FastRoad AR 2 in Glacier Silver is a high-speed "all-road" hybrid that blurs the lines between a flat-bar road bike and a gravel machine. For the 2025/2026 season, this model has transitioned to the new Shimano CUES ecosystem, moving away from traditional road groupsets in favour of LinkGlide technology, which offers vastly improved durability and smoother shifting under the higher torque of aggressive urban and light gravel riding.
The Glacier Silver finish is a crisp, metallic "arctic" tone that highlights the clean lines of the ALUXX aluminium frame. With its 40mm tubeless tires and vibration-damping D-Fuse technology, it’s designed for the rider who wants road-bike speed without the back-aching geometry or the fragility of skinny tires.
Frameset & Geometry
- Frame: ALUXX-Grade Aluminium, 12x142mm Thru-Axle, Disc, Internal Cable Routing.
- Fork: Advanced-Grade Composite (Carbon), Full-Composite OverDrive Steerer, 12x100mm Thru-Axle.
- Handlebar: Giant Sport Flat, 31.8mm.
- Stem: Giant Sports, 7-degree rise.
- Seatpost: Giant D-Fuse, Alloy, 350mm (D-shaped profile to absorb vertical shock).
- Saddle: Giant ErgoContact.
- Color: Glacier Silver.
Drivetrain & Brakes
- Shifters: Shimano CUES U4000, 1x9-speed.
- Rear Derailleur: Shimano CUES U4000 (With Shadow design for better chain retention).
- Crankset: FSA Omega AGX+, 42T (Gravel-optimized narrow-wide ring).
- Cassette: Shimano CUES CS-LG300, 11-41T (LinkGlide durability).
- Chain: Shimano LinkGlide LG500.
- Brakes: Tektro HD-R280 Hydraulic Disc.
- Rotors: Giant MPH, 160mm (Front & Rear).
Wheels & Tires
- Wheelset: Giant S-X2 Disc, 12mm Thru-Axle, Tubeless Ready.
- Tires: Maxxis Re-Fuse (or Giant Gavia Fondo AR), Tubeless, 700x40c.
- Max Tire Clearance: 42mm.
Key Performance Features
- Shimano CUES Integration: The move to CUES is a game-changer for durability. The LinkGlide teeth profile is thicker and more robust than standard road cassettes, meaning your drivetrain will last significantly longer before needing a replacement—perfect for high-mileage commuters.
- D-Fuse Comfort: Giant’s proprietary D-shaped seatpost is designed to flex slightly under load. It acts as a "micro-suspension" system that filters out road chatter and small bumps before they reach your spine.
- Full Composite Fork: Unlike budget hybrids that use heavy steel or aluminum forks, the FastRoad AR 2 uses a full carbon fork to keep the front end light and responsive while further damping vibrations.

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