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TCX Espoir 24
A 24″ aluminum frame road youth bike with mid-range components and tektro mechanical disc brakes.
Manufacturer Price
$670| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Aluminum |
| Wheels | 24″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 8 |
| Groupset | Claris |
| Brakes | Tektro Mechanical Disc |
Summary
The Giant TCX cyclocross bike is praised for its versatility, comfort, and performance across various terrains, making it suitable for both competitive racing and longer rides. Its carbon frame and D-Fuse seatpost enhance compliance, while the geometry and handling are balanced for stability. However, some models are noted for their heavy wheelsets and lower spec groupsets compared to rivals.
Versatile and suitable for various terrains
Comfortable for longer rides with compliance-enhancing features
Balanced geometry and stable handling
Good value for money
Reliable braking and durable components
Heavy wheelset reduces performance
Lower spec groupset compared to rivals
Limited seatpost compatibility
No concession to luggage mounting or mudguards
Giant says the SX was ‘born from the fast and furious world of competitive cyclocross and recalibrated for longer rides’.
CyclistThe 2018 Giant TCX Advanced Pro 2 has World Champion DNA.
BikeRadarAn irrefutably decent all-rounder, the Giant TCX Advanced SX brings great geometry and a functional, well-built spec to the gravel tracks, tarmac and trails.
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May 2018 · Andreas Maschke
Giant’s tamer, gravel version of their well-known cyclocross bike goes by the name of the Giant TCX Advanced SX with a reworked spec and wholly decent price tag. We’ve had this bike on test to see how much fire they’ve added to the concept.
Dec 2017 · Marc Abbott
A solid carbon-framed off-road performer but if you want speed we'd suggest a change of wheels
Sep 2017
Giant's TCX Advanced Pro 1 has nimble handling, rock-solid stiffness, and a price that is fair for a top-of-the-line race rig.
Sep 2017 · Thomas McDaniel
A smooth ride for the cyclocross season
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
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
| Frame | ALUXX-grade aluminum BB Standard: BSA, Threaded Color: Orange |
|---|---|
| Fork | Alloy, ALUXX steerer |
| Shock | N/A |
| Bottom Bracket | Threaded cartridge, Sealed |
| Stem | Alloy |
| Handlebar | Alloy, 25.4mm |
| Saddle | Giant Youth |
| Seatpost | Alloy, 27.2mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Platform |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Claris |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Crank | Alloy 3-Piece 36T w/ chain guard |
| Shifters | Microshift SB-R842 |
| Cassette | Shimano HG50 12x32, 8-speed |
| Chain | KMC Z72 |
| Brakes | Tektro, mechanical disc, 140mm Type: Tektro Mechanical Disc |
| Brake Levers | Microshift SB-R842 w/ Top Lever |
| Rims | Giant Alloy, Double-wall, 24" |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless Steel, 14g |
| Front Hub | Alloy, [F] 20h [R] 28h |
| Rear Hub | Alloy, [F] 20h [R] 28h |
| Tires | Schwalbe CX pro, 24x1.35 |
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Last updated July 23
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