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2025 Giant

Propel Advanced SL 1

A carbon frame aero bike with high-end components and shimano ultegra hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

CA$9,099($6,507)CA$10,699
FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Carbon
Drivetrain2 × 12 Electronic
GroupsetUltegra Di2
Power MeterGiant Power Pro
BrakesShimano Ultegra Hydraulic Disc
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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

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41 mph

Propel Advanced SL 1

40 mph

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Sizing
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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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.
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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.
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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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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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road.cc
Check out the excellent Giant Propel Advanced Pro 1 road bike

Dec 2023 · Mat Brett

Latest models from Giant's aero bike range are efficient, comfortable, and good value

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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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BikeRadar
Giant Propel Advanced SL 0 review

Sep 2022 · Simon von Bromley

The new Giant Propel is a true Goldilocks bike – exceptionally lightweight and seemingly very aerodynamic, with fantastic handling and little to complain about

Highs
  • Very light

  • Confident handling

  • Fast and responsive ride feel

  • Comfortable

  • Flippable seatpost head

  • Near-flawless build spec

  • Highly adjustable front end

Lows
  • Integrated seatpost

  • 25c tyres feel slightly behind the curve

  • No stock handlebar widths narrower than 400mm

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Advanced SL-Grade Composite, 12x142mm thru-axle, integrated seatpost, disc

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

Tire Clearance32c

ColorAurora Noise

Fork

Advanced SL-Grade composite, full-composite D-shaped OverDrive Aero steerer, 12x100mm thru-axle, disc

Shock

N/A

Bottom Bracket

Shimano, press fit

Headset

N/A

Stem

Giant Contact SLR Aero, -10-degree

Handlebar

Giant Contact SLR Aero, composite

Saddle

Giant Fleet SLR

Seatpost

Advanced SL-grade composite, integrated design, -5/+15mm offset

TypeRigid

Pedals

N/A

Grips

Stratus Lite 2.0

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra Di2 RD-R8150

Front Derailleur

Shimano Ultegra Di2 FD-R8150

Crank

Shimano Ultegra, 36/52 with Giant Power Pro power meter

Power Meter

Shimano Ultegra, 36/52 with Giant Power Pro power meter

Shifters

Shimano Ultegra Di2 ST-R8170, 2x12

Cassette

Shimano Ultegra, 12-speed, 11x30

Chain

Shimano Ultegra, CN-M8100

Brakes

Shimano Ultegra hydraulic Shimano RT-CL800 rotors [F]160mm, [R]140mm

TypeShimano Ultegra Hydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano Ultegra Di2

Wheels
Rims

CADEX 50 Disc WheelSystem, [F]50mm, [R]50mm

Spokes

CADEX Aero Carbon Spoke

Front Hub

[F] CADEX R3 Aero Hub, CenterLock, 12mm thru-axle, [R] CADEX R3-C40 Aero Low Friction Hub, 40T ratchet driver, CenterLock, 12mm thru-axle

Rear Hub

[F] CADEX R3 Aero Hub, CenterLock, 12mm thru-axle, [R] CADEX R3-C40 Aero Low Friction Hub, 40T ratchet driver, CenterLock, 12mm thru-axle

Tires

CADEX Aero, tubeless, 700x25c (26.5mm), folding

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