I'm currently still sitting on 1 bikepacking trip hopefully will do more more this year but it's refreshing to see people having a rough time like I did on my first shakedown trip. Not sure how these people with the amazing camera work and smooth riding manage to do it, I feel like I take half the amount of stuff and still have it all strapped haphazardly onto my bike (also a CX frame)
@Tommy_cycles12 күн бұрын
yep, it gets easier the more you go! I am looking forward to my next trip as I know what to expect now. some people make it look so smooth but behind the camera it will be as tough from them as it is for us.
@paultushingham681614 күн бұрын
Welcome to the world of bikepacking... don't worry we've all made mistakes... You are right, though. Going through Southampton is 🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮🤮
@Tommy_cycles13 күн бұрын
Yes defo learned a lot! Glad you agree 😂
@JoshuaHillsNutrition14 күн бұрын
Love it mate ❤
@Tommy_cycles13 күн бұрын
Cheers bro! ❤️
@patrickfurze124114 күн бұрын
Nice one mate, France in the summer?😉😉
@Tommy_cycles13 күн бұрын
Obviously 🙄🫡
@MattGilmourCycling14 күн бұрын
Nice video man 🫡
@Tommy_cycles13 күн бұрын
Cheer mat!
@devashishrege120 күн бұрын
hi tommy will propel be a good choice for endurance rides as well ? looking for a all rouder bike
@Tommy_cycles20 күн бұрын
Hey mate, In my opinion it would be a good choice. It can fit 28mm tyres easily which can also be used with lower tyre pressures for even more comfort. I rode 4.5hrs 2 days in a row and felt fine. Might be worth getting a saddle that suits you really well as I don’t get on with mine amazingly but it does the job. This doesn’t need to be really expensive as cheaper ones can be just as good if not better suited for you! Hope this helps and let me know how you get on. Any bike within reason can be made more comfy for endurance so what ever bike you go for will be a good choice. 👍
@devashishrege120 күн бұрын
@ thanks mate 🍺
@jonathanramirez618424 күн бұрын
Save deck makes the same bike but way cheaper price 😅
@Tommy_cycles20 күн бұрын
Defo cheaper but looks very different. Not much time has gone into aero testing and is probably much heavier and not as stiff. Big contrast between this bike and that one
@TomDeLombaerde25 күн бұрын
What is the chimney on your stem
@Marco_mit_c_ohne_k23 күн бұрын
He lowered the bar without cutting the fork so he put the spacers over the bar...the best option if you play around with your stack/reach or general position going full aero.
@Tommy_cycles20 күн бұрын
It’s gone now. Just got a curb instead 😂
@Tommy_cycles20 күн бұрын
Yep. Just needed time to figure out what stack I needed before making that nervous decision
@danielecaracappa9615Ай бұрын
😍💪🚲
@MattGilmourCyclingАй бұрын
Natural vlogger
@Tommy_cyclesАй бұрын
Thanks mate!
@jamosa7156Ай бұрын
Amazing! 3 hours on the turbo, though. Now that's a challenge!
@Tommy_cyclesАй бұрын
Thanks! Yeah it’s a bit of a slow day when that’s on the menu 😂
@SarnchoАй бұрын
Great review. I'm considering a propel advanced pro 0 v canyon aeroad slx di2, the giant is considerably cheaper here in Australia for basically the same specs...
@Tommy_cyclesАй бұрын
Yes, both bikes are great, the giant is a better allrounder but canyon will be faster on the flat. Both bikes will be brilliant! Which ever bike you choose, you will not regret it! Enjoy :-)
@nanayaa53552 ай бұрын
Such a good video. also loved the editing 👌
@Tommy_cyclesАй бұрын
Thank you! Was the best video for editing, it was rather funny 😁
@JoshuaHillsNutrition2 ай бұрын
Cheers 😂
@Tommy_cycles2 ай бұрын
Don’t mention it Josh. Always a pleasure 😂
@KimPlatfoot-r4k2 ай бұрын
What an amazing fun video! It really made me laugh 😂, some great editing too! 👍 Well done to Mum, Josh and Jake, for running the GSR in such awful weather conditions and to Mel and Rhi Rhi for their support. Can’t wait to see your next video Tommy! 👍
@Tommy_cycles2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! 😊
@MattGilmourCycling2 ай бұрын
Sending this to Bobby right now
@Tommy_cycles2 ай бұрын
Mate the guy needs steel tubes 😂
@boobby2 ай бұрын
Probably would’ve gone pro by now if I got to the finishes with over 20 psi
@KimPlatfoot-r4k2 ай бұрын
Great video Tommy. Love it! Keep em coming! 😊x
@Tommy_cycles2 ай бұрын
Thank you! Will do!
@hereticyogi3 ай бұрын
Tip #13: if you really are unmotivated to ride long, you may be slipping into a state of over-training.
@Tommy_cycles3 ай бұрын
Yes definitely something to be careful of, my dream is to be a pro so that keeps me going
@fabianvalsecchi87073 ай бұрын
Good review. Needed this to be sure about my Giant purchase
@Tommy_cycles3 ай бұрын
So glad I could help, something I am always doing myself as I need reassurance for everything I buy! It’s a lot of money. Let me know what you get 👊
@KimPlatfoot-r4k3 ай бұрын
You are so funny 😂 ❤️
@JoshuaHillsNutrition3 ай бұрын
Ffs 😂
@Tommy_cycles3 ай бұрын
Not sorry 😂
@Perillustris3 ай бұрын
Hi, is the Giant power meter still good? Zero issues?
@Tommy_cycles3 ай бұрын
Yes, not had any major issues so far. Super easy wireless charging (insanely fast charging) the only thing I am a bit disappointed about is that if your chain drops on the inside of the chain set, it will scuff the power meter and has actually damaged the grooves that the charger ports sit in to secure it in place. Still charges fine but something that I might need to do maintenance on later. DM me on insta and I’ll send you a photo. Overall it’s very good 👍
@Perillustris3 ай бұрын
@@Tommy_cycles Thanks, "Invite sent" right now.
@mackemjams3 ай бұрын
How do you stay aware of surroundings when listening to music/podcasts with headphones in? Great tips though
@Tommy_cycles3 ай бұрын
I find that regular AirPods are great for this because I can hear everything that’s going on even with music quite loud. The only downside side to this is that when the bike starts to squeak, you can hear that too 😂
@Warmeater3 ай бұрын
Hello nice review, i have a question. Whats your bike size,height and leg inseam?
@Tommy_cycles3 ай бұрын
I actually don’t know 😂 I’ll try and come back to you on this
@Tommy_cycles3 ай бұрын
My height is 182cm and bike is size M
@KimPlatfoot-r4k3 ай бұрын
Congratulations Tommy,! Great race and love your commentary!❤️👍
@Tommy_cycles3 ай бұрын
Thanks Kim! ❤️
@fid4203 ай бұрын
Cannabis ❤🎉
@fuzzracer2 ай бұрын
Gay
@supnongl3 ай бұрын
The only time i get bored on the bike is indoors. I can ride outside all day, by myself with no music without getting bored
@Tommy_cycles3 ай бұрын
Indoors is rather dreadful unless you have intervals 😂
@francescomancetti83273 ай бұрын
if you are bored on the bike just change sports. There are plenty of other activities to do, why bother doing something boring
@Tommy_cycles3 ай бұрын
I’m addicted to cycling but if you get a bit tired in any sport and don’t mix things up you are going to get bored! Same with video games 😂
@teqai3 ай бұрын
Another tip: Ride a gravel bike and plan routes that include singletrack between stretches of asphalt. Stop for cake and coffee. Do discovery rides to try new roads and refine your existing routes, like have different versions of a route where you try new roads/paths/trails.
@Tommy_cycles3 ай бұрын
Love this idea! Adventuring is very enjoyable especially when you get a bit lost!
@stevenjones56023 ай бұрын
Step 1 is surely: Make sure it’s a 3hr mountain bike ride. No other steps needed 🤷🏼♂️
@florian8083 ай бұрын
Going on a 2hr MTB always turns into 4-5hrs lol😅
@Tommy_cycles3 ай бұрын
Sounds enjoyable, good to mix it up from time to time. I’m going bikepacking soon so that will be my off-roady bit of riding.
@stevenjones56023 ай бұрын
@@florian808 4-5hrs of joy 😊🤘🏻
@andyarmour63023 ай бұрын
Well done for doing so much talking whilst riding 👏🏻
@Tommy_cycles3 ай бұрын
Thanks 🙏 hope the video helps
@Melissa-cv8cm3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the advice 🤘🏼 can guarantee you I’ll never be on a bike for 3 hours, but will keep it in mind if I ever go insane ☺️
@Tommy_cycles3 ай бұрын
Hahaha, you will do 3 hrs one day. A family charity ride coming up 😂
@JoshuaHillsNutrition3 ай бұрын
Says the kid who always lets his equipment run flat 😅
@Tommy_cycles3 ай бұрын
Ok thats fair, but exactly why it is in the video because it is so annoying for me!! 🤣
@andyarmour63023 ай бұрын
Great win! Bravo 👏🏻
@Tommy_cycles3 ай бұрын
Thank you 🙏
@JoshuaHillsNutrition3 ай бұрын
Love it mate, well done 👏🏻❤️
@Tommy_cycles3 ай бұрын
Thanks bro!
@danielalmeida-h8w4 ай бұрын
Whit pedals 8.88kgs? Or more ?
@Tommy_cycles4 ай бұрын
7.6ish!! It’s 7.4 stock 👍
@alfofoGMS4 ай бұрын
gorgeous bike
@martindoyle55054 ай бұрын
I have SLR 1 wheels on my TCR and find the bearings wear out way to easy. Back wheel in particular needs bearings done twice a year. The TCR is my second bike and gets minimal riding. Have cadex on my propel,no issues with them.
@Tommy_cycles4 ай бұрын
not too sure what could be causing that. could be something to do with the type of cleaning products used, the weather the wheels are used in and how you clean the bike.I tend to take the free hub off to get to the bearings and clean out the grit and dirty grease that gets worse over time. finally I apply fresh grease to prevent water getting into the bearings easily. this helps keep the bearings last longer as there is less dirt potentially entering the seal of the bearings themselves. Hope this helps.
@JoshuaHillsNutrition4 ай бұрын
the thumbnail 😂
@Tommy_cycles4 ай бұрын
Took a good hour and a half to make that 😂😂
@johnsmith8154 ай бұрын
Do you think changing the cassette to a 32 would make a lot of difference on the hills?
@Tommy_cycles3 ай бұрын
its preference, if you are fit, a 30t is more than enough and will never be an issue in races (uk) a 32 would be a good choice if you are a beginner or riding very long and steep climbs.
@Mabbsg5 ай бұрын
how about wheels, are they ok? im afraid of hookles tech. What tires do you have and what pressure?
@Tommy_cycles3 ай бұрын
totally understand, I have kept to the codex tyres although the rear tyre has worn out really fast compared to the front. I ride at 65-70psi which works for me. it would take an awful lot of unplanned force to shift the tyre over the rim. it is quite a bit deeper than you may think.
@hannesstein5 ай бұрын
@Tommy: How does it climb?
@Tommy_cycles5 ай бұрын
Really well. Nice and comfortable. Also really good that it can be made even lighter with even better lighted wheels etc
@thomasquinn71995 ай бұрын
Great bike. I was in and out of the Giant store recently and was very close to buying this exact model. However, I went with a second hand 2022 Propel SL0 instead for a little bit cheaper than a new Pro 0. Main reason being I have an old TCR SL0 and the feeling of the SL frame has broken me. Any other bike I ride feels like it's made of wood compared to the SL frame. As you said you love your bike and I absolutely adore my SL 😅, and I think that's the most important thing. Would highly recommend the SL though to anyone else 🤪
@thomasquinn71995 ай бұрын
Also will add the SL is 6.8kg which is incredible for an Aero bike. Mine is size M.
@Tommy_cycles3 ай бұрын
its crazy!
@Tommy_cycles3 ай бұрын
haha nice choice! would defo get the sl any day but I need a little bit more money before that happens! the new 2025 paint job looks incredible for the pro 0 tho.
@JelmerdeJong-m4y5 ай бұрын
Love this bike and thank you for the great review! The only thing that's holding me back are the hookless rims... Reading some nasty stuff about them. What is your experience on them so far?
@Tommy_cycles3 ай бұрын
thanks, and yes its a bit of a different design and hard to trust for some, I have had 0 issues despite hitting a pothole which blew a hole in the sidewall. tyre stayed on. hope this helps.
@mr.z26186 ай бұрын
Had same bike and model, bought in end of 2023. The only thing Im not happy with, is how thin and delicate the paint is. Was able to scratch the bottom bracket just by removing the chain and touching the frame, second time when removing protective tape, it came off with the clear coat. Had small 1mm chip in the sit post tube. My 2021 TCR had better paint quality. In regards of rid quality is really good, surprisingly better than TCR. Is also bit faster, I improved all my strava records.
@kanybekmomukeev41165 ай бұрын
Hey, absolutely same here, did you managed to solve problem?
@Tommy_cycles5 ай бұрын
Couldn’t agree more. For the long term appearance of a bike it’s not great but for racing anything that makes it lighter is better
@stevocanuck6 ай бұрын
the propel is a great bike. I have a factor ostro as well and idk what it is but the propel is such a more smoother ride. Might be the different group sets (sram force on ostro, ultegra on propel) but switching gears and ride quality is a lot better on the prople, but factor looks prettier.
@Tommy_cycles3 ай бұрын
Totally agree! love the look of the factor, not sure what would make it a smoother ride tbh but yes different group sets will have different feels.
@brianschaning15756 ай бұрын
Nice review- think you could fit 32 tires on this bike?!
@Tommy_cycles3 ай бұрын
Thanks, I think 32mm are the limit.
@aleksandrmatyka31186 ай бұрын
I like the look of the Scott Foil more, but for that price, they're basically offering a brick. So, the Giant is really great in terms of price and what we get for it.
@Tommy_cycles6 ай бұрын
Yes, it is a lovely bike, I change my opinion on the look from time to time. I think maybe a better paint colour would be better (something more obvious) but yes the price of the giant for what you get can’t be beaten really!!
@ariffau6 ай бұрын
You can just slap on your Prime handlebars. You MIGHT need new tapes though.
@Tommy_cycles6 ай бұрын
Yes the prime bars were the first thing I changed when I got the bike. Tape was fine, a bit tough to wrap round the corners. It isn’t stretchy enough in my opinion but it’s super grippy 👍
@ariffau6 ай бұрын
@@Tommy_cyclesgood thing they are not proprietary 🫶