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Propel Advanced SL 1 Disc
A carbon frame aero bike with high-end components and sram force hydraulic disc brakes.
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CA$8,999($6,480)| Weight | 17.0 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | Force, Force eTap |
| Power Meter | Force AXS |
| Brakes | SRAM Force Hydraulic Disc |
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 6'0"
5'9" – 6'2"
6'0" – 6'4"
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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.
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
Nov 2019 · Peter Stuart
Giant bolts a set of disc brakes to its super fast aerodynamic champion, but it struggles to stand out from the competition
A very aerodynamic package at a low weight
With impressive ride quality and adjustability
A little expensive
And in stiff competition against the latest batch of aerodynamic superbikes
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 · 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 SL-Grade Composite, integrated seatpost, disc Color: Sincity / Rainbow Black |
|---|---|
| Fork | Advanced SL-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive 2 steerer, disc |
| Shock | N/A |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB, press fit |
| Stem | Giant Contact SLR Aero |
| Handlebar | Giant Contact SLR Aero |
| Saddle | Giant Fleet SLR, composite base, Carbon rails, UniClip accessory mount |
| Seatpost | integrated design Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Force eTap AXS |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | SRAM Force eTap AXS |
| Crank | SRAM Force D1 DUB, 35/48 with Quarq DZero power meter |
| Power Meter | SRAM Force D1 DUB, 35/48 with Quarq DZero power meter |
| Shifters | SRAM Force eTap AXS |
| Cassette | SRAM Force, 12-speed, 10x28 |
| Chain | SRAM Force D1 |
| Brakes | SRAM Force eTap AXS hydraulic Type: SRAM Force Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | SRAM Force eTap AXS hydraulic |
| Rims | Giant SLR 1 Carbon Disc WheelSystem ( F:42mm, R:65mm) |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Giant SLR 1 Carbon Disc WheelSystem |
| Front Hub | Giant SLR 1 Carbon Disc WheelSystem, 12mm thru-axle |
| Rear Hub | Giant SLR 1 Carbon Disc WheelSystem, 12mm thru-axle |
| Tires | CADEX Race 25, tubeless, 700x25c, folding |
First added March 20
Last updated March 25
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