2020 Giant
Propel Advanced 1 Disc
A carbon frame aero bike with high-end components and hydraulic disc brakes.
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| MSRP | $4,300 |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | Ultegra |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
For This Bike
5'1" – 5'7"
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 6'0"
5'9" – 6'2"
6'0" – 6'4"
6'2" – 6'7"
- 5'10", size md, Just right
- 6'4", size XL, Just right
- 5'9", size SM, Just right
Jun 2020 · Marc Abbott
The Giant Propel Advanced 2 is a disc-equipped aero speed machine that rewards committed riding
Pinpoint handling
Wheels perform well in crosswinds
Integrated build
Tubeless as standard
Fiddly set-up
Saddle isn’t ideal
Carrying a bit of extra timber
Many Ultegra bikes available at this price
Apr 2020 · Colin Levitch
Rides like a ruby-red American muscle car
Straight-line speed of a drag racer
Firm but comfortable ride quality
Measured approach to cockpit integration
A bit heavy on the scale
Dec 2018 · Symon Lewis
The new aero Giant Propel Advanced SL 1 disc is an epic bike and feels super fast, it doesn't disappoint on any terrain, even up climbs
Feels super fast
Super stiff
Stiff frame doesn't allow for precision cornering
Ride comfort at the rear is compromised
May 2018 · Mat Brett
Aero road bike that offers speed, efficiency and a strong spec
Apr 2018 · Warren Rossiter
A bike that feels more of a system than a collection of parts, and it’s all the better for it. Buy if you want to pursue speed above all else
Dazzling speed, looks and all-round performance
The firm ride, and it’s not a bike for cruisers
Apr 2018 · Dave Rome
When Giant unveiled its long-awaited update on the Propel aero road bike, the curtain was raised with astonishment – but not because of the aggressive use of truncated aero shapes, staggered rim depths, or the clean-looking proprietary cockpit. Rather, it was because the race-focused machine was revealed with disc brakes and no alternative. Giant was […]
Mar 2018 · William Tracy
In a word? Fast. That’s the Propel Advanced SL.
| Frame | Advanced-Grade Composite, disc BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: Gunmetal Black / Chrome |
|---|---|
| Fork | Advanced-Grade Composite, hybrid OverDrive steerer, disc |
| Shock | N/A |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano, press fit |
| Stem | Giant Contact SL Aero |
| Handlebar | Giant Contact SL Aero |
| Saddle | Giant Contact (forward) |
| Seatpost | Giant Vector, composite Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra |
| Crank | Shimano Ultegra, 36/52 |
| Shifters | Shimano Ultegra |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra, 11x30 |
| Chain | KMC X11EL-1 |
| Brakes | Shimano Ultegra hydraulic Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Ultegra hydraulic |
| Rims | Giant SLR 1 Aero Disc Composite WheelSystem ( F:42mm, R:65mm) |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Giant SLR 1 Aero Disc WheelSystem |
| Front Hub | Giant SLR 1 Aero Disc WheelSystem, 12mm thru-axle |
| Rear Hub | Giant SLR 1 Aero Disc WheelSystem, 12mm thru-axle |
| Tires | Giant Gavia Course AC 1, tubeless, 700x25, folding |
Last updated April 13