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TCR Advanced SL Frameset
A carbon frame race frameset.
Summary
The Giant TCR is celebrated for its well-rounded ride quality, combining lightness, stiffness, and aerodynamic efficiency to create a competitive race bike. It offers a smooth yet responsive ride, with improvements in comfort and handling that cater to both climbing and descending. The inclusion of a power meter and high-quality wheelset in many builds adds value, though some note the bike's reach and front-end flex as minor drawbacks.
Well-rounded ride quality
Lightweight and stiff
Improved aerodynamics
Includes power meter in many builds
High-quality wheelset
Long reach for some riders
Front-end flex noted
Compatibility issues with hookless rims
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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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.
Dec 2020 · Matthew Pioro
A three-way battle between lightness, stiffness and aerodynamics produces a finely balanced machine
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
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
| Frame | Advanced SL-Grade Composite, integrated seatpost Tire Clearance: 28c Color: Cordovan |
|---|---|
| Fork | Advanced SL-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive 2 steerer |
| Shock | N/A |
| Seatpost | Advanced SL-Grade composite, integrated design, -5/+15mm offset Type: Rigid |
First added 6 November
Last updated 13 June