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TCX Advanced Pro 2
A carbon frame cyclocross bike with upper mid-range components and trp mechanical disc brakes.
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$2,350| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | 105 |
| Brakes | TRP Mechanical Disc |
5'3" – 5'9"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'8" – 6'2"
5'10" – 6'4"
6'2" – 6'7"
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Summary
The Giant TCX is praised for its superb handling, confidence-inspiring performance in cyclocross and varied terrain, and excellent value with versatile capabilities. It offers a comfortable ride with features like the D-Fuse seatpost for vibration absorption, though some models may have gearing limitations or weight concerns. Overall, it's a reliable and fun bike for racing and extended rides.
Superb handling and confidence-inspiring performance
Excellent value and versatility
Comfortable ride with features like D-Fuse seatpost
Good components and reliable braking systems
Light and nimble with efficient power transfer
Gearing may limit top-end speed or acceleration
Some models are heavier, affecting climbing efficiency
Mechanical disc brakes lack modulation compared to hydraulics
Tire choices can restrict all-around use
Through-axle design may complicate wheel changes
Superbly controlled, confident and powerful 'cross racer that’s still extended-ride and wallet friendly
BikeRadar"so much fun" usually gasped out of my mouth at every stop while riding this bike.
Cycling TipsThe Giant TCX SLR-1 cyclocross bike handles beautifully and comes with a raft of good components
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Dec 2016 · Matthew Pioro
The Giant TCX Advanced SX is dialed for short, punchy hills and little runs of singletrack, crushed-rock paths and gravelly doubletrack
Dec 2015 · David Arthur @davearthur
A highly competent aluminium disc brake cyclo-cross bike with a lot going for it – aside, maybe, from the paint job
Oct 2015 · Guy Kesteven
Superbly controlled, confident and powerful 'cross racer that’s still extended-ride and wallet friendly. Buy if you want a potential über 'cross racer that’s already very versatile value
Precise and powerful without punishment
Deserves lighter wheels
May 2015
Giant’s TCX cyclocross range includes five models, from the entry-level SLR 2 (RRP $1,900) up to the Advanced Pro 0 ($6,699). Over the past few months CyclingTips founder and publisher Wade Wallace has been putting the Giant TCX Advanced Pro 0 through its paces. He wrote the following review. The TCX Advanced Pro 0
Nov 2014 · Michelle Arthurs-Brennan
Daniel Baines gets to grips with the Giant TCX SLR-1 cyclocross bike; the manufacturer's top-of-the-range, race-orientated aluminium framed model
Good components
Own brand finishing kit and wheels do their jobs well
Handles beautifully
The choice of a front the-axle can make wheel changes difficult
The tyres are cross race specific, so limit the bike's all round abilities
Oct 2014 · Logan VonBokel
The Dutch rider uses Shimano’s full suite of components on his Giant
| Frame | Advanced-grade composite Color: Silver / Blue/red |
|---|---|
| Fork | Advanced-grade composite, Full-composite OverDrive 2 steerer |
| Shock | N/A |
| Bottom Bracket | FSA MegaExo, Sealed |
| Stem | Giant Contact, OverDrive 2 |
| Handlebar | Giant Contact, 31.8mm |
| Saddle | Giant Performance |
| Seatpost | Giant D-Fuse, Composite Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano 105 |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano 105 |
| Crank | FSA Gossamer Cross, 36/46 |
| Shifters | Shimano 105 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 11x28, 11-speed |
| Chain | KMC X11SL |
| Brakes | TRP Spyre, Mechanical disc, 160mm Type: TRP Mechanical Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano 105 |
| Rims | Giant S-X2, Double wall |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless Steel, 14g |
| Front Hub | Giant Tracker Sport Disc, 32h |
| Rear Hub | Giant Tracker Sport Disc, 32h |
| Tires | Schwalbe Super Swan Performance, 700x35, Folding |
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Last updated July 8
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