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TCR Advanced Disc 1+
A carbon frame race bike with high-end components and shimano ultegra hydraulic disc brakes.
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€3,499($4,071)| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | Ultegra |
| Brakes | Shimano Ultegra Hydraulic Disc |
5'1" – 5'7"
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 6'0"
5'9" – 6'2"
6'0" – 6'4"
6'2" – 6'7"
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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.
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.
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Jun 2021 · Warren Rossiter
A special-edition purchase for online buyers
Gloriously performance-biased ride
Handling in spades
Great spec
Limited-edition means you’ll need to be quick
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, disc BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: Black Chrome |
|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano, press fit |
| Stem | Giant Contact XS:80mm, S:90mm, M:100mm, M/L:110mm, L:110mm, XL:120mm |
| Handlebar | Giant Contact XS:40cm, 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 |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra |
| Crank | Shimano FC-RS510, 36/52 XS:170mm, S:170mm, M:172.5mm, M/L:172.5mm, L:175mm, XL:175mm |
| Shifters | Shimano Ultegra |
| Cassette | Shimano 105, 11-speed, 11x30 |
| Brakes | Shimano Ultegra hydraulic, Shimano rotors [F]160mm, [R]140mm Type: Shimano Ultegra Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Ultegra hydraulic |
| Rims | Giant SLR 2 42 Carbon Disc WheelSystem |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Giant SLR 2 42 Carbon Disc WheelSystem |
| Front Hub | Giant SLR 2 42 Carbon Disc WheelSystem, 12mm thru-axle |
| Rear Hub | Giant SLR 2 42 Carbon Disc WheelSystem, 12mm thru-axle |
| Tires | Giant Course 1, tubeless, 700x25c (28mm), folding |
First added May 12
Last updated June 7