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TCR, Advanced Pro 1
A carbon frame race bike with high-end components and shimano ultegra rim brakes.
Manufacturer Price
$3,850| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | Ultegra |
| Power Meter | Giant Power Pro |
| Brakes | Shimano Ultegra Rim |
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/LG, Just right
- 6'3", size LG, Just right
- 6'2", size LG, Just right
- 5'10", size M, Just right
- 5'10", size M-L, Just right
- 6'0", size MD/LG, Just right
- 6'0", size MD/LG, Fits small
- 5'5", size XS, Just right
- 5'5", size XS, Fits small
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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May 2021 · Warren Rossiter
Fully-loaded spec for Giant’s racing legend and our Performance Bike of the Year
Stunning looks
Ride and handling
Superb wheels
Being picky, I’d like 28mm tyres
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 · Vern Pitt
We tested out the Ultegra equipped TCR Advanced Pro Disc 1, and held it in higher regard than the pricier TCR SL
Lighter than much of the competition
Great value wheelset
Excellent handling
External cable routing
Lack of aftermarket stems
Saddle may not be for everyone
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, full-composite OverDrive 2 steerer |
| Shock | N/A |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano, press fit |
| Stem | Giant Contact SL |
| Handlebar | Giant Contact SL |
| Saddle | Giant Fleet SL |
| Seatpost | Giant Variant, composite Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra |
| Crank | Shimano Ultegra, 36/52with Giant PowerPro power meter |
| Power Meter | Shimano Ultegra, 36/52with Giant PowerPro power meter |
| Shifters | Shimano Ultegra |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra, 11x30 |
| Chain | KMC X11SL-1 |
| Brakes | Shimano Ultegra Type: Shimano Ultegra Rim |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Ultegra |
| Rims | Giant SLR-1 42 Carbon WheelSystem (F:42mm, R:42mm) |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Giant SLR-1 42 Carbon WheelSystem |
| Front Hub | Giant SLR-1 42 Carbon WheelSystem |
| Rear Hub | Giant SLR-1 42 Carbon WheelSystem |
| Tires | Giant Gavia AC 1, tubeless, 700x28mm (25c), folding |
First added April 15
Last updated August 3
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