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2015 Giant

Propel Advanced 2

A carbon frame aero bike with upper mid-range components and giant rim brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

$2,300
FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 11
Groupset105, Tiagra
BrakesGiant Rim
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
Propel Advanced 2
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

39 mph

Propel Advanced 2

40 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
XS

5'1" – 5'7"

SM

5'4" – 5'9"

MD

5'6" – 6'0"

MD/LG

5'8" – 6'2"

LG

5'11" – 6'4"

XL

6'2" – 6'7"

🐐 Estimated

Rider Fit Notes
  • 5'11", size MD, Just right
  • 5'5", size S, Fits small
  • 5'10", size MD, Too small
  • 5'10", size MD, Just right
  • 5'10", size SM, Just right
  • 5'10", size M, Just right
  • 5'10", size XS, Just right
  • 5'10", size MD, Fits large
  • 5'10", size M, Just right
Reviews

Summary

The Giant Propel is a cutting-edge aero road bike that excels in speed and stiffness, making it a top choice for racers. It features impressive aerodynamics and a snappy handling, though it can be challenging in crosswinds and offers a firmer ride quality. The bike's integrated components and design prioritize performance, sometimes at the expense of practicality.

Pros
  • Cutting edge aero road bike

  • Very stiff bottom bracket and headtube

  • Noticeably aero in headwinds

  • Descends wonderfully

  • Feels fast

Cons
  • Not the smoothest ride

  • Tough to control in the crosswinds

  • Integrated components are not always the best for practicality and serviceability

  • No quick release for the braking system

  • Changing to a different bar size can be an involved process

Key Quotes
The Giant Propel is the first aero road bike in the history of VeloLab to score best in both the tunnel and lab. It’s a fast, stiff bike, without question.
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Drop dead gorgeous, flat out fast
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The Giant Propel Advanced 1 is a quick bike with a high level of frame rigidity.
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road.cc
Giant Propel Advanced 1

Apr 2016 · Mat Brett

Fast and agile aero road bike that offers exceptional value for money

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BikeRadar
Giant Propel Advanced Pro 2 - video review

Apr 2015 · Warren Rossiter

The Propel continues to be a bike that's so much better than the sum of its parts

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Velo
Pro Bike: Marcel Kittel’s Giant Propel Advanced SL aero bike

Jul 2014 · Caley Fretz

A detailed look at the bike of the fastest man in France

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Road Bike Action
RBA Test: Giant Propel Advanced 1

Jun 2014 · R BA

Giant steps into the aero realm that just hits the mark

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Canadian Cycling Magazine
Review: Giant Propel Advanced SL 0

Nov 2013 · Canadian Cycling Magazine

Canadian Cycling Magazine's Brian Turner reviews the Giant Propel Advanced SL 0, the company's cutting edge aero road bike.

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Cycling Tips
Giant Propel Advanced SL 0 Review

Nov 2013

Giant was a latecomer to the aerobike trend which saw their Propel launched at the beginning of 2013 after an exhaustive 88 revisions. In that time we've seen a full WorldTour season unfold with Belkin riding the Propel at various races and I’ve finally had the chance to test one out for myself. Before the ride The

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VeloNews
Pro Bike: Bauke Mollema's Giant Propel Advanced SL0

Jul 2013 · William Tracy

Caley Fretz examines Bauke Mollema's Giant Propel Advanced SL0

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Advanced-grade composite, Electronic ready

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

ColorsComposite / Silver/white; Blue / Silver/red

Fork

Advanced-grade composite, Hybrid OverDrive steerer

Shock

N/A

Bottom Bracket

Shimano, Press fit

Stem

Giant Connect

Handlebar

Giant Contact, 31.8mm

Saddle

Giant Performance Road

Seatpost

Giant Vector, Composite

TypeRigid

Pedals

N/A

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano 105

Front Derailleur

Shimano 105

Crank

Shimano RS500, 34/50

Shifters

Shimano 105

Cassette

Shimano 105 11x28, 11-speed

Chain

KMC X11L

Brakes

Giant SpeedControl SL

TypeGiant Rim

Brake Levers

Shimano 105

Wheels
Rims

Giant P-A2, Aero

Spokes

Sapim Race, 14/15g

Front Hub

Giant Performance Tracker Road, Sealed bearing, [F] 16h, [R] 24h

Rear Hub

Giant Performance Tracker Road, Sealed bearing, [F] 16h, [R] 24h

Tires

Giant P-R3, Flat Guard Deflect 3, Front and rear specific, 700x23

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