The New 2025 Giant Revolt Gravel Bike: A Comprehensive Review
The 2025 Giant Revolt is a significant upgrade in the gravel bike segment, offering new features and improved performance over previous models. Here's a detailed look at what makes this bike stand out.
Introduction and Overview
Gravel bikes have surged in popularity over the past year, overtaking road bike sales due to their enhanced capabilities with minimal efficiency loss. They excel when the pavement ends and the gravel begins, offering the best exploration experience. The 2025 Giant Revolt perfectly embodies this trend, pushing new limits and redefining gravel riding. The Revolt Advanced 0, in particular, has become Pushbikes' best seller, showcasing its popularity.
Gravel bikes serve two defined user groups: those seeking to ride as efficiently as possible and those using them for multi-day exploration. This versatility is one of the great things about gravel bikes—they can cover multiple bases. The latest model continues this tradition with advances in frame construction, reducing weight while increasing stiffness and strength.
Introduced over a decade ago, the Revolt has been part of gravel’s evolution since the beginning, helping riders go further, faster, and explore more on their rides. Each generation since has built on this foundation, adding innovations like the D-Fuse seatpost and flip chip technology for comfort and versatility. The latest 2025 model continues with advances in frame construction, reducing weight while increasing stiffness and strength.
Fourth Generation Frame
The fourth generation of the Giant Revolt introduces new features such as internal cable routing and an integrated storage solution for carrying essentials. The new range includes two series: Revolt Advanced Pro and Revolt Advanced, both built on lightweight composite (carbon) framesets. The Revolt now features fully integrated cable housing for clean, sleek lines, along with the D-Fuse seatpost and handlebar to absorb shocks and vibrations. The flip chip on the composite rear dropout allows for wheelbase and tyre clearance adjustments, providing greater control and reduced fatigue. Riders can choose between the included D-Fuse seatpost, a 30.9mm round seatpost, or a dropper post. Additional frame mounts and internal storage further enhance the bike’s versatility and convenience.
Internally routed cables provide a clean, uncluttered cockpit appearance and enhance aerodynamic performance.
Adjustable two-position flip chip on the rear dropout, allowing you to fine-tune the wheelbase and rear tyre clearance for optimal performance based on terrain and riding style.
With the adjustable flip chip in the long mode, tyre clearance increases to up to 53mm.
A conveniently accessible storage compartment inside the top tube allows you to securely carry tools, snacks, and other essentials.
Differences Between the Revolt Models
Revolt Advanced:
Designed for versatility with an Advanced-grade composite frame and full-composite fork, available with a range of different component specifications to suit mid-range riders.
Revolt Advanced Pro:
Look's similar to the Advanced, but takes performance to the next level with a lighter and stiffer Advanced-grade composite frame paired with an Advanced SL composite fork. Featuring higher-end components for better performance.
All models feature internal cable routing for a clean new look, integrated storage compartments, and a flip chip on the rear dropout that allows adjustment of the wheelbase and tyre clearance up to 53mm. They also offer compatibility with dropper posts, traditional seatposts, or the D-Fuse seatpost, providing options suited for competitive riders or those demanding top performance on gravel and mixed terrain.
Dive into the details of the new Revolt
Let Andrew Juskaitis from the Global Market Team introduce you to the new Giant Revolt.
New Component Specifications
The component specifications of Giant's gravel bikes have been significantly updated. The Advanced Pro 0 maintains its high-performance setup with SRAM Force eTap AXS 2x12 speed, paired with Giant's lightweight CXR 1 Carbon Disc WheelSystem. The Revolt Advanced series now includes the newly released Shimano GRX 12 speed, a highly anticipated addition among gravel riders. Pushbikes' most popular model, the Advanced 0, now features Shimano GRX 820 2x12 speed gearing and the Giant CXR 2 Carbon Disc WheelSystem. The lineup also continues to offer SRAM 1x12 versions and a more affordable Shimano GRX 10 speed variant, catering to a wide range of preferences and budgets.
Price and Availability
The 2025 Giant Revolt is expected to be available soon. If you're interested in a particular model, reach out to secure your hands on the first shipment. The price range will vary based on the model and specifications.
Revolt Range
Revolt Advanced Pro 0 - $9499
Advanced-Grade Composite frame and SL full-composite fork. Giant CXR 1 Carbon WheelSystem with SRAM Force eTAP AXS 2x12 Speed.
Revolt Advanced 0 - $5699
Advanced-Grade Composite frame and full-composite fork . Giant CXR 2 Carbon WheelSystem with Shimano GRX RX-820 2x12 Speed.
Revolt Advanced 1 - $4799
Advanced-Grade Composite frame and full-composite fork . Giant P-X2 Alloy WheelSystem with SRAM Apex 1x12 Speed.
Revolt Advanced 2 - $4199
Advanced-Grade Composite frame and full-composite fork . Giant P-X2 Carbon WheelSystem with Shimano GRX RX-610 2x12 Speed.
Revolt Advanced 3 - $3499
Advanced-Grade Composite frame and full-composite fork . Giant P-X2 Carbon WheelSystem with Shimano GRX RX-400 2x10 Speed.
Comparisons
Compared to its competitors, the 2025 Giant Revolt stands out with its advanced materials, innovative features, and rider-focused design. Its edge comes from integrating practical storage solutions and customizable geometry settings, making it highly versatile. Giant is known for offering the best value for money in the market, especially when compared to the highly-rated Trek Checkpoint. Giant is celebrated for its reliability and affordability, providing exceptional quality and value for both casual riders and competitive cyclists alike.
Conclusion
The 2025 Giant Revolt is a well-rounded gravel bike that offers significant improvements over previous models. Its advanced features, combined with a focus on rider comfort and performance, make it a compelling choice for anyone looking to invest in a high-quality gravel bike.