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A carbon frame race bike with high-end components and shimano ultegra hydraulic disc brakes.
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€4,299($4,979)| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | Ultegra, Ultegra Di2 |
| Brakes | Shimano Ultegra Hydraulic Disc |
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 6'0"
5'9" – 6'2"
6'0" – 6'4"
6'2" – 6'7"
Summary
The Giant TCR is celebrated for its well-rounded performance, combining lightweight design, efficient power transfer, and comfortable ride quality, making it a versatile choice for racing and beyond. Its innovative features and competitive pricing further enhance its appeal, though some note limitations in compatibility and upgrade options due to specific design choices.
Lightweight design
Efficient power transfer
Comfortable ride quality
Innovative features
Competitive pricing
Limited compatibility with aftermarket upgrades
Press-fit bottom bracket concerns
Hookless rims limit tyre options
Giant is clearly flexing its muscles pretty hard with its new TCR.
The ride quality is just superbly nuanced.
It 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.
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May 2021 · Warren Rossiter
Handles with exquisite poise, a bike that's brutally quick to accelerate with a dream-machine specification
Light, stiff, responsive – the new TCR has it all
Some may not like the exposed brake hoses
I’d prefer 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

Jun 2020 · Rupert Radley
The Giant TCR Advanced SL 0 Disc is an absolute speed machine and offers a thrilling ride but it's less comfortable than its top end competitors
Incredible fast
Fun and agile ride quality that'll have you sprinting everywhere
Great spec
Compact frame design is as superb as ever
Harsher than competitors

Jun 2020 · Mat Brett
Lightweight and stiff race bike – now with aero features – that puts in a superb all-round performance
Lightweight
Stiff
Aero features
Comfortable
It's £9,500
Understated looks don't reflect high-end performance

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, disc BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Tire Clearance: 32c Color: Gloss Carbon Smoke / Unicorn White |
|---|---|
| Fork | Advanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, disc |
| Shock | N/A |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano, press fit |
| Stem | Giant Contact S:90mm, M:100mm, M/L:110mm, L:110mm, XL:120mm |
| Handlebar | Giant Contact S:40cm, M:42cm, M/L:42cm, L:44cm, XL:44cm |
| Saddle | Giant Approach |
| Seatpost | Giant Variant, composite, -5/+15mm offset Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | N/A |
| Grips | Stratus Lite 2.0 |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra Di2 RD-R8150 |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra Di2 FD-R8150 |
| Crank | Shimano Ultegra, 36/52 S:170mm, M:172.5mm, M/L:172.5mm, L:175mm, XL:175mm |
| Shifters | Shimano Ultegra Di2 ST-R8170 |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra, 12-speed, 11x30 |
| Chain | Shimano Ultegra |
| Brakes | Shimano Ultegra Di2 hydraulic, Shimano rotors [F]160mm, [R]140mm Type: Shimano Ultegra Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Ultegra Di2 hydraulic |
| Rims | Giant P-R2 Disc wheelset (22mm inner rim width) |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Giant P-R2 Disc wheelset |
| Front Hub | Giant P-R2 Disc wheelset, 12mm thru-axle |
| Rear Hub | Giant P-R2 Disc wheelset, 12mm thru-axle |
| Tires | Giant Course 1, tubeless, 700x25c (effective width 28mm), folding |
First added January 7
Last updated June 13