LIV was founded in 2008 with a clear purpose: to create bikes designed specifically for women, not scaled-down versions of men’s models. From the beginning, the brand took a rider-first approach, using real data on female biomechanics, strength distribution, and riding habits to shape everything from frame geometry to component choice. Backed by Giant’s engineering expertise but driven by its own dedicated team, LIV set out to change how women experienced cycling.
Over the years, LIV has grown into a global leader in women’s cycling by listening closely to riders at every level — from everyday cyclists to professional athletes. That feedback continues to guide the brand’s development, resulting in bikes that feel balanced, confidence-inspiring, and genuinely intuitive to ride. Today, LIV’s mission remains the same: to help more women ride more often, ride further, and enjoy every moment on the bike.
Cycle Lab has officially unveiled the new 2026 LIV bike range, marking another important step forward for women’s cycling in South Africa. LIV, the women-focused brand developed by Giant, has built its reputation on one simple principle: bikes should be designed for women from the ground up, not adapted as an afterthought.
The 2026 lineup reflects this philosophy more clearly than ever. Across road and mountain categories, LIV has refined frame construction, geometry, and integration to create bikes that feel intuitive, balanced, and confidence-inspiring. Whether your riding revolves around racing, long endurance days, or off-road adventure, the latest LIV models now available at Cycle Lab offer a noticeable step up in ride quality and performance.
With the 2026 range, LIV has taken a clear step toward refining its lineup around how women actually ride. Rather than chasing trends or overcomplicating the range, the focus this year is on purpose-built categories that feel distinct, intentional, and well defined. Each bike in the lineup has a clear role — whether that’s chasing speed on the road, logging long endurance miles, or building confidence off-road.
What becomes clear when spending time with the 2026 LIV range is, how deliberately each category has been developed. Performance road bikes prioritise efficiency and race-ready responsiveness, endurance models lean into comfort and real-world versatility, and mountain bikes are tuned to inspire confidence on the trail. Below, we take a closer look at how LIV approaches each of these categories, and what riders can expect from the standout models within the 2026 range.
At the sharp end of the 2026 range sit LIV’s performance-focused road bikes, created for riders who prioritise speed, responsiveness, and efficiency. These bikes are designed to thrive in fast group rides, criteriums, and race environments where every watt matters and precise handling is essential.
LIV’s approach to performance road design balances aerodynamic gains with real-world rideability. Refined tube shapes, integrated cockpits, and internal cable routing help reduce drag, while carefully tuned carbon layups ensure that power transfer remains direct and immediate when you stand on the pedals. Importantly, these bikes don’t sacrifice comfort for outright speed — increased tyre clearance and improved vibration damping allow riders to stay fresher over longer, harder efforts.
Liv Enviliv ADVANCED 1
A dependable road bike equipped with Shimano 105 shifting and a comfortable yet efficient frame, perfect for long weekend rides and daily training.
The result is a road bike that feels fast without being unforgiving, making it equally at home in competitive racing or high-intensity training sessions.
For riders who value long days in the saddle, consistent comfort, and reliable performance, the 2026 LIV endurance road bikes offer a compelling alternative to full-blown race machines. These bikes are designed around a slightly more relaxed riding position that reduces strain on the back, shoulders, and neck, without losing the lively feel that makes road riding enjoyable.
LIV has focused heavily on ride quality in this category. Frame compliance has been improved to smooth out rough road surfaces, while wider tyre compatibility allows riders to run lower pressures for added comfort and control. This makes these bikes particularly well suited to South African road conditions, where surface quality can vary significantly.
Liv Devote 1
A versatile endurance-oriented road bike ideal for riders seeking confident handling and comfortable ride quality over all kinds of paved surfaces.
Whether you’re training for an endurance event, heading out for long weekend rides, or upgrading from an entry-level road bike, the 2026 LIV endurance models deliver a refined, confidence-boosting experience that encourages you to ride further and more often.
The 2026 LIV range extends well beyond the tarmac, with mountain bikes designed to give women greater confidence and control on trails. These bikes benefit from lightweight frames, efficient suspension platforms, and geometry that prioritises stability without feeling sluggish or cumbersome.
LIV’s women-specific approach is especially noticeable off-road, where fit and balance play a major role in rider confidence. Carefully considered reach, stack, and suspension tuning help riders maintain control on technical climbs while feeling stable and composed on descents. This makes the bikes approachable for newer riders, yet capable enough to satisfy experienced trail and cross-country cyclists.
Although Cycle Lab’s showcase emphasises the 2026 road and race models, LIV’s broader range globally includes other exciting bikes such as:
Liv Pique Advanced SL 3 Ladies Carbon Dual Suspension Mountain Bike 2026
An advanced mountain bike that brings confidence-inspiring dual-suspension capability to off-road enthusiasts, blending agility and trail performance.
From flowing singletrack to more demanding terrain, the 2026 LIV mountain bikes are built to encourage progression and enjoyment, rather than intimidation.
The arrival of the 2026 LIV bikes at Cycle Lab represents more than just a model update — it highlights the growing commitment to providing women with bikes that genuinely suit their needs and riding styles. With access to professional bike fitting and expert advice in-store, riders can be confident that they’re not only choosing the right model, but the right size and setup as well.
Whether your goals involve racing, endurance riding, or exploring trails for the first time, the 2026 LIV range offers thoughtful design, modern technology, and a ride feel that encourages confidence. It’s a lineup built not just to perform well on paper, but to feel right on the road and trail — where it matters most.
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