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Propel Advanced 2
A carbon frame aero bike with upper mid-range components and giant rim brakes.
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Manufacturer Price
€2,099($2,441)| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | 105 |
| Brakes | Giant 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
- 5'5", size SM, Fits large
- 6'2", size MD/LG, Just right
- 5'9", size SM, Just right
Summary
The Giant Propel is celebrated for its aero efficiency, blending speed with a surprisingly comfortable ride. It's lighter and stiffer than previous models, with improved aerodynamics and a design that accommodates wider tires. While it excels in speed and handling, some riders may find its proprietary components and integrated seatpost limiting.
Lighter and stiffer than previous models
More aerodynamically efficient
Improved stiffness-to-weight ratio
Comfortable ride quality
Accommodates tires up to 30mm
Integrated seatpost may limit adjustability
Proprietary components restrict customization
High price point
The Giant Propel Advanced SL 0 is a true do-it-all road bike with few compromises.
BikeRadarIt’s spectacularly efficient at speed and dances right up to that pace.
Cycling NewsGiant intends to go down a ‘one bike to rule them all’ route with its high-end race models, like Specialized has with its Tarmac SL 7.
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Sep 2022 · Simon von Bromley
The new Giant Propel is a true Goldilocks bike – exceptionally lightweight and seemingly very aerodynamic, with fantastic handling and little to complain about
Very light
Confident handling
Fast and responsive ride feel
Comfortable
Flippable seatpost head
Near-flawless build spec
Highly adjustable front end
Integrated seatpost
25c tyres feel slightly behind the curve
No stock handlebar widths narrower than 400mm
Jun 2022 · Ronan Mc Laughlin
New Giant aero rig breaks cover.
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
Mar 2019 · Simon Smythe
The Giant Propel Advanced 1 is an aero bike with a lot of clever, wind-cheating details and a great spec at a very competitive price
Aerodynamic
Light
Geometry not too aggressive
Good spec for the price
Not as straightforward to fettle as a non-aero bike
May 2018 · Mat Brett
Aero road bike that offers speed, efficiency and a strong spec
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 […]
| Frame | Advanced-Grade Composite BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: Gloss Carbon Smoke |
|---|---|
| Fork | Advanced-Grade Composite, hybrid OverDrive steerer |
| Shock | N/A |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano, press fit |
| Stem | Giant Contact |
| Handlebar | Giant Contact |
| Saddle | Giant Approach |
| Seatpost | Giant Vector, composite Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano 105 |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano 105 |
| Crank | Shimano 105, 36/52 |
| Shifters | Shimano 105 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105, 11x30 |
| Chain | KMC X11EL-1 |
| Brakes | Giant SpeedControl Type: Giant Rim |
| Brake Levers | Shimano 105 |
| Rims | Giant P-A2 wheelset |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Giant P-A2 wheelset |
| Front Hub | Giant P-A2 wheelset |
| Rear Hub | Giant P-A2 wheelset |
| Tires | Giant Gavia Course AC 1, tubeless, 700x25c (max tyre size possible: 26mm) |
First added March 20
Last updated August 3
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