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Propel Advanced 2
A carbon frame aero bike with upper mid-range components and rim brakes.
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Manufacturer Price
$2,100| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | 105, Tiagra |
| Brakes | Rim |
5'1" – 5'7"
5'4" – 5'9"
5'6" – 6'0"
5'8" – 6'2"
5'11" – 6'4"
6'2" – 6'7"
🐐 Estimated
- 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
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's praised for its aerodynamic efficiency and snappy handling, though some reviews note it can be challenging in crosswinds and lacks ride smoothness. The bike offers excellent value, especially with its high-quality components, but some integrated features may compromise practicality.
Cutting-edge aero design
Very stiff bottom bracket and headtube
Excellent value
Snappy handling
Impressive aerodynamic efficiency
Not the smoothest ride
Tough to control in crosswinds
Integrated components can be impractical
Firmer ride due to 23mm tyres
High-speed handling issues
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.
Cycling TipsDrop dead gorgeous, flat out fast
BikeRadarThe Giant Propel Advanced 1 is a quick bike with a high level of frame rigidity.
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Aug 2017 · Matt Phillips
Giant's new Propel is more than just a great aero race bike
Mar 2017 · Oliver Bridgewood
Launched back in 2013, the Giant Propel Advanced SL 0 has been around a while but it remains a top-spec aero bike and is used by the Giant Sunweb team. How does it stack up against more modern alternatives?
Stiff
Light
Great spec
Great handling
Integrated seatpost
Not the most aero
Harsh ride
Apr 2016 · Mat Brett
Fast and agile aero road bike that offers exceptional value for money
Apr 2015 · Warren Rossiter
The Propel continues to be a bike that's so much better than the sum of its parts
Jul 2014 · Caley Fretz
A detailed look at the bike of the fastest man in France
Jun 2014 · R BA
Giant steps into the aero realm that just hits the mark
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.
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
| Frame | Advanced-grade composite, Electronic ready BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: Matte Composite / White/blue |
|---|---|
| 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 Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | N/A |
| 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 | SpeedControl SL Type: Rim |
| Brake Levers | Shimano 105 |
| Rims | Giant PA-2, 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-SL 1, 700x23, Front and rear specific, Folding |
First added July 8
Last updated July 8
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