The Giant Revolt Advanced 1 in Ocean Twilight is the adventure-ready workhorse of the Revolt family, designed for riders who view gravel riding as a mix of long-distance touring and technical singletrack exploration. For the 2025/2026 season, this model stands out by integrating a dropper/suspension seatpost as standard equipment, signaling its intent to conquer steeper, rougher terrain than your average gravel bike.
The Ocean Twilight finish is a captivating, deep blue-to-purple fade that mimics the colours of the horizon just after sunset. It is subtle in the shade but reveals a rich, metallic depth under direct sunlight. This build relies on the robust simplicity of the SRAM Apex 1x12 mechanical groupset—a drivetrain celebrated by bikepackers and privateers for its reliability, massive gear range, and ease of field repair compared to electronic systems.
Frameset & Geometry
Frame: Advanced-Grade Composite, 12x142mm thru-axle, Disc, Flip Chip dropout, Integrated Down Tube Storage.
Fork: Advanced-Grade Composite, Full-Composite OverDrive Steerer, 12x100mm thru-axle.
Handlebar: Giant Contact XR D-Fuse, 31.8mm with 5-degree back sweep and flared drops.
Stem: Giant Contact AeroLight, -10 degree (clean internal routing).
Seatpost: Post Moderne Dropper/Suspension Post, 30.9mm with 30mm of suspension travel.
Saddle: Giant Grit (designed specifically for gravel compliance).
Colour: Gloss Ocean Twilight.
Drivetrain & Brakes
Shifters: SRAM Apex 1, 1x12-speed mechanical
Front Derailleur: N/A
Rear Derailleur: SRAM Apex XPLR (Clutch-equipped for chain retention).
Crankset: SRAM Apex 1 Wide DUB, 40T.
Cassette: SRAM PG-1231, 11-44T, 12-speed.
Chain: SRAM Apex D1.
Brakes: SRAM Apex Hydraulic Disc.
Rotors: Giant MPH, 160mm (Front & Rear).
Wheels & Tires
Wheelset: Giant P-X2 Disc, Alloy, 25mm inner width.
Hubs: Giant Alloy, 12mm Thru-Axle.
Spokes: Sapim Stainless Steel.
Tires: Giant CrossCut Grip 1, 700x45c, Tubeless (Factory set-up).
Max Tire Clearance: 53mm (in the "Long" Flip Chip position).
Key Performance Features
Dropper & Suspension Post: This unique seatpost offers the best of both worlds: it functions as a dropper to lower your saddle for technical descents, while also providing 30mm of suspension travel to absorb bumps while seated.
Internal Frame Storage: A latch on the down tube opens to reveal a water-resistant compartment, allowing you to store a multi-tool, CO2 cartridge, and snacks low in the frame, freeing up your jersey pockets.
1x Simplicity: The SRAM Apex 1x12 drivetrain eliminates the front derailleur, reducing mechanical complexity and the chance of dropped chains, while the 11-44T cassette still provides enough range for spinning up steep climbs.
Flip Chip Geometry: Like its siblings, the rear dropout can be adjusted. Run it Short for a snappy, cyclocross feel, or Long to fit massive 53mm tires and increase stability for fully loaded bikepacking.