2017 Giant

TCR Advanced 2

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

$1,650
FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 11
Groupset105
BrakesRim
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
TCR 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

TCR 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"

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Rider Fit Notes
  • 6'0", size MD/LG, Just right
  • 5'9", size MD, Just right
  • 5'11", size Md, Fits small
Reviews
Cycling Weekly
Giant TCR Advanced 1

Dec 2018 · Symon Lewis

Giant is known for producing amazing bikes and the Giant TCR Advanced 1 is no exception – what a machine for such great value

Highs
  • Agile ride

  • Comfortable

  • Price

  • Spec

  • Tubeless

Lows
  • Wheels feel a bit basic

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BikeRadar
Giant TCR Advanced 2 review

Apr 2018 · Robin Wilmott

Smooth, supple and very fast, the TCR Advanced 2 will make anyone feel like a better rider. Buy if you want a superb all-round bike that needs no upgrading and won’t break the bank

Highs
  • Fantastic performance, impressive comfort and stunning value

Lows
  • Some mild ticking noise from the front rim joint when braking

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Cyclist
Giant TCR Advanced 1 review

Jul 2017 · Cyclist magazine

A look at the finance deal presently available, in association with Giant

Highs
  • Well designed and engineered frame

Lows
  • The wheels are more serviceable than noteworthy

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Gran Fondo Magazine
Giant TCR Advanced Pro Disc Review

May 2017 · Robin Schmitt, Manuel Buck, Benjamin Topf

Giant claim that the Giant TCR Advanced Pro Disc delivers an ‘all-around race performance with zero compromises.’ Highly promising on paper…

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VeloNews
Buyer's Guide 2017: Giant TCR Advanced Pro 1 Disc

May 2017 · William Tracy

My expectations for Giant’s TCR Advanced Pro 1 Disc were based largely off the non-disc version I tested last year, and most of those expectations were

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Canadian Cycling Magazine
My bike Monday: Giant TCR Advanced Pro 0

Jan 2017 · Matthew Pioro

A top racer refined

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road.cc
Giant TCR Advanced 2 Disc

Dec 2016 · Mat Brett

Exceptional speed-focused road bike that offers efficiency, precise handling and the reliability of Shimano's hydro disc brake

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Velo
Giant TCR Advanced SL 0

Apr 2016 · VeloNews.com

As is frequently the case, Giant delivers a lot for the money here. No, we’re not saying $9,000 is cheap. It’s not. But it also isn’t unheard of for

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

Advanced-grade composite

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

ColorsComposite / Neon Red; Blue / Black

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 Contact Forward

Seatpost

Giant Variant, Composite

TypeRigid

Pedals

N/A

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano 105

Front Derailleur

Shimano 105

Crank

Shimano 105, 34/50

Shifters

Shimano 105

Cassette

Shimano 105 11x28, 11-speed

Chain

KMC X11 EL

Brakes

Shimano 105

TypeRim

Brake Levers

Shimano 105

Wheels
Rims

Giant PR-2 DBL

Spokes

Sapim Race, 14/15g

Front Hub

Giant Performance Tracker Road, Sealed Bearing, 28h

Rear Hub

Giant Performance Tracker Road, Sealed Bearing, 28h

Tires

Giant P-SL 1, Front and Rear Specific, 700x25 Folding

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