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2025 Giant

Propel Advanced 2

A carbon frame aero bike with upper mid-range components and giant hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

€2,999($3,489)
FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 12
Groupset105
BrakesGiant Hydraulic Disc
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Terrain
smoothrugged
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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

Propel Advanced 2

40 mph

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Spec Level

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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"

Rider Fit Notes
  • 5'10", size MD, Just right
  • 6'3", size LG, Just right
  • 5'8", size MD, Just right
  • 5'10", size MD, Just right
  • 5'8", size SM, Just right
  • 5'9", size MD, Fits large
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Reviews

Summary

The Giant Propel is an aero road bike praised for its excellent balance of aerodynamics and lightweight performance, offering a fast and efficient ride. It features confident handling and smooth ride quality, though some reviews note limitations in tyre clearance and a lack of snappiness in sprints. Overall, it is considered a competitive option in the aero bike category with strong value.

Pros
  • Excellent balance of aero and lightweight

  • Confident handling and stable at high speeds

  • Smooth ride quality with good vibration damping

  • Competitive value and well-specced builds

  • Impressive aerodynamic efficiency

Cons
  • Limited tyre clearance, often maxing at 30mm

  • Lacks snappiness and stiffness in sprinting

  • Integrated seatpost reduces adjustability and can be inconvenient

  • Narrow stock tyres by modern standards

  • Somewhat bulky and less agile in tight corners

Key Quotes
The Giant Propel Advanced Pro 0 AXS delivers brilliant performance and value.
BikeRadar logoBikeRadar
It’s an excellent bike, and worthy of being in the conversation when discussing the best on the market.
Cycling News logoCycling News
GIANT have managed to conjure up a carefully considered and contemporary aero bike with the Propel Advanced SL.
Gran Fondo Magazine logoGran Fondo Magazine

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Bikerumor
First Ride: Giant Propel Advanced SL Might Just Replace the TCR

Mar 2026 · Jordan Villella

The Giant Propel is one of the top aero road bikes that we've ridden, and it just might give the Giant TCR a run for its place in the lineup.

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Cyclist
Giant Propel Advanced SL review: First ride on the UCI weight limit-breaking aero bike

Mar 2026 · Jack Evans

Giant has completed the Propel's transformation into an all-round race bike, shaving 355g from the range-topping Advanced SL while claiming

Highs
  • Very light

  • Stiff where you want it

  • Poised handling

  • Excellent spec for the money

  • Feels rapid and pretty smooth

Lows
  • Minimal frame advancement

  • Reduced front-end adjustability

  • Proprietary steerer

  • Integrated seatpost

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Escape Collective
Giant’s new Propel raises an awkward question: What is the TCR for now?

Mar 2026 · Ronan Mc Laughlin

Dipping below 6.8 kg and with a claimed 18-watt savings, the latest Propel and EnviLiv edge into all-rounder territory.

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Highs
  • Race-ready build

  • 30% saving

  • Same frame as top-tier model

  • Shimano Ultegra Di2 groupset

  • Giant SLR 1 50 Carbon Disc WheelSystem

  • 50mm carbon hookless rim profile

  • 22.4mm internal width

  • Less than 200g compared to Cadex equivalent

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Cycling News
Giant Propel Advanced SL review: Showing its age a little but can still mix it with the best

Dec 2024 · Will Jones

Launched in 2022, the Giant Propel is an aero bike with softer edges that makes it an excellent all-rounder

Highs
  • Genuine all-round capability

  • Comfortable enough for all-day riding

  • Separate bars mean easier and cheaper fit adjustment

  • Stable on high-speed descents

Lows
  • Narrow tyres as stock

  • Better with deeper wheels

  • Not as aero or as cheap as the Factor Ostro VAM

  • Integrated seatpost is annoying to live with

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BikeRadar
Giant Propel Advanced Pro 0 AXS review

May 2023 · Simon von Bromley

A brilliant all-rounder aero road bike that offers a fast, fun ride at a competitive price

Highs
  • Excellent balance of aero and lightweight

  • Great value build

  • Fast ride feel

  • Confident handling

Lows
  • A few slightly old-school spec choices

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Gran Fondo Magazine
GIANT Propel Advanced SL 2023 in review – All-out aero!

May 2023 · Calvin Zajac

Are aero bikes as good as they will get? Not according to GIANT who promise to step it up a notch with the new Propel Advanced SL. But how?

Highs
  • Aerodynamically integrated bottle cage

  • Harmonious and organic design language

  • Components, finish, and performance match the overall concept

Lows
  • No flops

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Velo
2023 Giant Propel Advanced SL 0 long-term review: The complete package

Dec 2022 · James Huang

Aerodynamic, very lightweight, great ride quality, solid pricing, and it even looks good – what more could you ask for?

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Advanced-Grade Composite, 12x142mm thru-axle, disc

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

Tire Clearance32c

ColorCarbon

Fork

Advanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive Aero steerer, 12x100mm thru-axle, disc

Shock

N/A

Bottom Bracket

Shimano, press fit

Stem

Giant Contact SL Aero

Handlebar

Giant Contact SL Aero

Saddle

Giant Fleet SL

Seatpost

Giant Vector, composite, -5/+15mm offset

TypeRigid

Pedals

PEDALS NOT SUPPLIED

Grips

Stratus Lite 2.0

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano 105

Front Derailleur

Shimano 105

Crank

Shimano 105, 36/52

Shifters

Shimano 105 2x12

Cassette

Shimano 105, 11x34

Chain

KMC X12L-1

Brakes

Shimano 105 hydraulic, Giant MPH rotors [F]160mm, [R]140mm

TypeGiant Hydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano 105 hydraulic

Wheels
Rims

Giant P-A2 Disc, alloy

Spokes

Sapim

Front Hub

Giant P-A2 Disc, 12mm thru-axle

Rear Hub

Giant P-A2 Disc, 12mm thru-axle

Tires

Giant Gavia Course 1, tubeless,700x25c (28mm), folding

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Last updated May 30