Giant TCR Range Review
Advanced Grade Composite Frame
The TCR range is built up with two different frames. Giant uses two grades of composites; Advanced SL and Advanced. Both use advanced composite technology and feature both professional and high-performance grade carbon which provides a lightweight, stiff and compliant frameset for road cyclists and racers.
Overdrive Aero
The head tube has gone through a slimming process to enhance aerodynamics in the crucial frontal area. And the fork has a new crown and leg shape that was developed in conjunction with the down tube of the frameset, which also features new tubing shapes for improved air flow. This improved air flow makes this new frameset 12 watts faster than the previous generation.
Integrated Aerodynamics
With its new D-shaped steerer, matching spacers allow for cables, hoses and wires to be internally routed through the handlebars, stem and frame for a cleaner profile. This keeps cables hidden from the wind and more importantly out of sight, out of mind.
Streamlined Cockpit
The TCR now has an updated cockpit which includes internal cabling routing, flattened tops and slightly flared drops which allow for a more streamlined shape and confident control on fast corners and descents. The new Contact SLR AeroLight and Contact SL AeroLight stems used in the TCR range are designed exclusively for the OverDrive Aero system.
Increased Stiffness
The TCR now features an oversized bottom bracket area with a fully integrated 86mm wide design. This vastly improves the bikes stiffness and power transfer. And an oversized downtube and toptube provide lateral and torsional stifness for a responsive and comfortable ride.
Variant Seat Post
The two different frame types in the range feature two different seat post designs. The SL models include a fully integrated design whereas the Pro and Advanced models feature the proprietary seatpost with an internal seat clamp. Symmetric chainstays also provide stiffness on the driveside and stability on the non-driveside.
Disc Brake Only
The TCR frame and fork are designed specifically for use with flat-mount disc-brakes. Not only do disc brakes improve the bikes air flow, they also ensure riders will have powerful and consistent braking performance at their fingertips in all weather conditions.
Aero Wheels
All models in the range feature CADEX or Giant SLR 0 wheels that have been developed and tested for an optimal performance. Both wheel systems are tubeless ready, and are fitted with either CADEX or Giant 28mm tubeless tyres which provide maximum rolling efficiency and grip, along with a reduced risk of punctures.
Additional Tyre Clearance
Not only is the TCR tubeless ready and compatible for tubeless conversion, but the TCR frame now features much more generous clearance allowing for tyres up to 33mm. This ensures a much more adaptable ride, meaning riders can change tyre width depending on road conditions and surfaces.
Featured Model
Here we feature the Giant TCR Advanced Pro 0, which includes full internal cable routing, SLR 0 carbon wheels, and is equipped with SRAM Force 12-speed drivetrain and hydraulic disc brakes. This model shines with a lovely Ocean Twilight colour way allowing you to standout in the peloton.
