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TCR Advanced SL Frameset
A carbon frame race frameset.
Manufacturer Price
£2,799($3,766)| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c |
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 lightweight, efficient, and well-rounded race performance, offering a blend of speed, comfort, and handling that appeals to competitive riders. Its latest iterations feature improved aerodynamics, increased tyre clearance, and the inclusion of a power meter, making it a formidable choice in the race category. While it excels in many areas, some riders note the reach can be long, and the integrated seatpost may limit adjustability.
Lightweight and efficient design
Improved aerodynamics and tyre clearance
Inclusion of a power meter
Superb handling and ride quality
High value for performance
Long reach may not suit all riders
Integrated seatpost limits adjustability
Some flex in the frame noted
Giant is clearly flexing its muscles pretty hard with its new TCR.
Cycling TipsThe ride quality is just superbly nuanced.
Cycling WeeklyThe Giant TCR Advanced SL makes it clear – it’s all about performance.
Gran Fondo MagazineFeedback?
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Feb 2025 · Francis Lim
A bunch of home modifications made the already light TCR even lighter.
Dec 2024 · Jan Richter
Lighter than allowed by UCI regulations! Despite its 40 mm deep-section aero wheels and disc brakes, the Giant TCR Advanced SL weighs in at just 6.5 kg. Moreover, according to Giant, the TCR Advanced SL was developed following a holistic aero approach, which, together with the low system weight and exceptional efficiency, makes it the […]
Excellent climbing performance
Precise handling
Exceptionally stiff wheels
Bulky stem doesn’t quite match the sleek look
Jul 2024
The tenth-generation TCR Advanced Pro delivers excellent performance with a lower weight and improved aerodynamics.
Mar 2024 · Warren Rossiter
Is the new TCR a perfect 10?
Fast
Forgiving
Lightweight
Handling beyond reproach
Doesn t come cheap in sl 0 specification
Isp is divisive
So is press fit bb
Mar 2024 · Alvin Holbrook
We go out to Taiwan to ride the new Giant TCR Advanced SL road bike, which weighs little as 6.4 kg complete. See pricing, specs, and more.
Apr 2021 · Simon Smythe
The legendary Giant TCR is in its fourth decade and is showing no signs of slowing down – it just keeps getting faster, as this latest aero-ised version demonstrates
Light
Lovely handling
Power meter
Fast wheels
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
| Frame | Advanced SL-grade composite, integrated seatpost Tire Clearance: 28c Color: Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Advanced SL-grade composite, full-composite OverDrive 2 steerer |
| Seatpost | Advanced SL-grade composite, integrated design, -5/+15mm offset Type: Rigid |
First added September 30
Last updated March 21
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