2021 Giant

TCR, Advanced Pro 1

A carbon frame race bike with high-end components and rim brakes.

Manufacturer Price

$3,850
FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Carbon
Drivetrain2 × 11
GroupsetUltegra, Giant
Power MeterGiant Power Pro
BrakesRim
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Rider Position
relaxedaggressive
Terrain
smoothrugged
TCR, Advanced Pro 1
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

41 mph

TCR, Advanced Pro 1

40 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Spec Level

Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.

Sizing
XS

5'1" – 5'7"

SM

5'4" – 5'9"

MD

5'7" – 6'0"

MD/LG

5'9" – 6'2"

LG

6'0" – 6'4"

XL

6'2" – 6'7"

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Reviews
BikeRadar
Giant TCR Advanced Pro 1 Disc (2021) review

May 2021 · Warren Rossiter

Fully-loaded spec for Giant’s racing legend and our Performance Bike of the Year

Highs
  • Stunning looks

  • Ride and handling

  • Superb wheels

Lows
  • Being picky, I’d like 28mm tyres

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Cycling Tips
2021 Giant TCR Advanced Pro 1 Disc review: detail-driven and race-ready - CyclingTips

Jan 2021 · Dave Rome

There's a whole lot of value (and plenty to love) in this mid-tier racer.

Highs
  • 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.

Lows
  • 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).

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Velo
Road bike of the year: Giant TCR Advanced SL 0

Dec 2020 · Dan Cavallari

Impressive specs abound, but this one wins for a simpler reason.

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Canadian Cycling Magazine
Review: Giant TCR Advanced Pro 0 Disc

Dec 2020 · Matthew Pioro

A three-way battle between lightness, stiffness and aerodynamics produces a finely balanced machine

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Road Bike Action
BIKE TEST: 2021 GIANT TCR ADVANCED PRO SL 0 DISC

Nov 2020 · Vicky

NINE GENERATIONS LATER

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road.cc
Giant TCR Advanced Pro 1 Disc 2021

Oct 2020 · Mat Brett

Exceptional all-round performance and well worth the money

Highs
  • Manoeuvrable

  • Lively

  • Strong all-round package

Lows
  • Partly external cables

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Cycling Weekly
Giant TCR Advanced Pro Disc 1

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

Highs
  • Lighter than much of the competition

  • Great value wheelset

  • Excellent handling

Lows
  • External cable routing

  • Lack of aftermarket stems

  • Saddle may not be for everyone

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Cycling News
Giant TCR Advanced SL 0 review

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

Highs
  • Weight (sub 7kg, size large)

  • It holds speed over flat and rolling ground well

  • Power transfer is similar to a dedicated aero bike

Lows
  • 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

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

Advanced-Grade Composite

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

ColorCarbon

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

TypeRigid

Pedals

N/A

Groupset
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

TypeRim

Brake Levers

Shimano Ultegra

Wheels
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

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