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TCR Advanced 2
A carbon frame race bike with upper mid-range components and shimano 105 rim brakes.
Manufacturer Price
CA$2,699($1,955)| Weight | 17.9 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | 105 |
| Brakes | Shimano 105 Rim |
5'1" – 5'7"
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 6'0"
5'9" – 6'2"
6'0" – 6'4"
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Summary
The Giant TCR is celebrated for its well-rounded performance, combining lightweight construction with aerodynamic efficiency and versatile ride quality. It's praised for its competitive pricing, innovative design, and the inclusion of high-quality components like power meters and carbon wheels. While it excels in stiffness and handling, some reviews note minor drawbacks such as compatibility issues with hookless rims and a press-fit bottom bracket.
Lightweight and aerodynamic design
Versatile ride quality suitable for racing and endurance
High-value components including power meters and carbon wheels
Innovative design with competitive pricing
Stiff and responsive handling
Compatibility issues with hookless rims
Press-fit bottom bracket may require maintenance
Some flex in the frame compared to competitors
Limited aftermarket upgrade options due to proprietary components
Giant is clearly flexing its muscles pretty hard with its new TCR.
Cycling TipsThe ride quality is just superbly nuanced.
Cycling WeeklyIt has the weight and handling of a pure climber yet also the aggression of an aero road bike, all while having the tyre clearance to make it an all-day cruiser.
CyclistThe Giant TCR remains a fantastic all-round race bike, even if it’s no longer a cutting-edge design.
BikeRadarExceptional all-round performance and well worth the money
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Aug 2021 · Simon Bromley
A fantastic all-round road bike that delivers in almost every area, but the hookless rims aren't for this tyre obsessive
Solid all-round spec for the price
32mm tyre clearance
Lively ride quality and confident handling
Hookless rims and 1¼in steerer limit aftermarket upgrade options
Jan 2021 · Dave Rome
There's a whole lot of value (and plenty to love) in this mid-tier racer.
Well-rounded attitude and ride quality, low weight, simple servicing, included power meter, wheelset quality, new Fleet saddle, a lot of bike for the money.
Reach (including stock stem) on the long side, some flex in front-centre of frame, compatibility issues of hookless rims, thru-axle handle rattles, press-fit bottom bracket (although Giant do theirs with great tolerances).
Dec 2020 · Dan Cavallari
Impressive specs abound, but this one wins for a simpler reason.
Dec 2020 · Matthew Pioro
A three-way battle between lightness, stiffness and aerodynamics produces a finely balanced machine
Oct 2020 · Mat Brett
Exceptional all-round performance and well worth the money
Manoeuvrable
Lively
Strong all-round package
Partly external cables
Aug 2020 · Peter Stuart
Giant’s historic flagship TCR race bike has had an aero and efficiency overhaul, and it's tough to beat
Aerodynamic
Rigid and all-around fast
Impressive weight for a disc-brake build
Versatility in tyre clearance
Nice integration of Giant components
Press-fit bottom bracket may frustrate some riders
Jun 2020 · Josh Croxton
The latest race bike from Giant claims to offer class-leading aerodynamics, weight and stiffness. We take a look at how that translates to real-world riding
Weight (sub 7kg, size large)
It holds speed over flat and rolling ground well
Power transfer is similar to a dedicated aero bike
Handling confidence takes time to build
The integrated seatpost makes flying with the TCR difficult, but not impossible
No Shimano builds available at Advanced SL level
| Frame | Advanced-Grade Composite BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Advanced-Grade Composite, OverDrive steerer |
| Shock | N/A |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano, press fit |
| Stem | Giant Contact |
| Handlebar | Giant Contact |
| Saddle | Giant Approach |
| Seatpost | Giant Variant, composite Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano 105 |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano 105 |
| Crank | Shimano 105, 34/50 |
| Shifters | Shimano 105 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105, 11x34 |
| Chain | KMC X11EL-1 |
| Brakes | Shimano 105 Type: Shimano 105 Rim |
| Brake Levers | Shimano 105 |
| Rims | Giant PR-2 wheelset |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Giant PR-2 wheelset |
| Front Hub | Giant PR-2 wheelset |
| Rear Hub | Giant PR-2 wheelset |
| Tires | Giant Gavia AC 1, tubeless, 700x28mm (25c), folding |
First added March 20
Last updated April 10
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