Langma

women2699–11612 EUR

Origin

First purpose-built women's race road bike from Liv — not a scaled-down men's bike but designed from scratch for female racers Liv (Giant's women's brand) Langma — named after the Tibetan name for Mount Everest (Chomolungma). Climbing pedigree. Trek Emonda Women's, Specialized Tarmac Women's, Cannondale SuperSix Women's

Specifications

Frame: Liv Advanced-grade Composite (Advanced) or Advanced SL-grade Composite (lightest) carbon, women's race geometry, 12×142 mm thru-axle, disc.
Weight: kg
Drivetrain: Shimano 105 2×12 (Advanced 2); 36/52T crank (size-specific 160-172.5 mm), 11-34T. Ultegra/Force eTap AXS on Pro trims.
Brakes: Shimano 105 hydraulic disc, 160 mm front / 140 mm rear (Advanced 2).
Wheels: Giant P-R1 alloy, 25 mm depth (Advanced 2); carbon wheels on higher trims. 700c, tubeless-ready.

The verdict

+Strengths

Lightweight design with improved stiffness — climbing performance highlighted
Women-specific geometry — better fit for female proportions
Responsive steering — precise handling praised in reviews
Efficient power transfer — stiff carbon frame
Competitive pricing vs comparable women's race bikes
Racing pedigree — used by Liv Racing pro women's team
XXS size (145cm) — unique in women's race road market
Women's handlebar (360mm), cranks (160mm), saddle — full women's touch point package

−Weaknesses