Giant TCR Advanced 1 | Editor's Choice 2018 | Cycling Weekly

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[@MrAlisdairmiller]

Have this bike. Three things that really stood out for me were the compliance, the stiffness and the way it steers. It’s like on rails and easy to flick around. Changed the wheels to Zipp 302 which dropped the weight down to 7.5kg with pedals. Great bike.

[@tarikqirem2870]

I have this bike and love it. Upgraded the wheels and made it even better.

[@dzat]

Yeah, bought this same color black tcr advanced 1 last May...really great bike wt superb ultegra grpset. Yeap, value for money... light & great for climbing, only the rider need to improve 😅

[@brandonbaldacci]

I literally had just ordered this bike about a week ago , it’s a awesome bike a great to race on 👌👌

[@haydenarnold2982]

I have the trc advanced pro disk 1, its amazing to say the least

[@Try_n_2Tri]

I'm picking mine up this week... can't wait. NEW BIKE DAY!!

[@yangguan4070]

Would a rim brake version be better for hill climbing?

[@palicar]

I chose the Contend SL1 disc for a bit less. Endurance geometry. Aluminum frame. No regrets. Their tubeless setup is great but I'll try other rubber as traction is sometimes an issue.

[@georgejgilles.3999]

A different color scheme like "Red" would be helpful. Actually I find Giants aluminum frames to be just light and not to mention that their price is spot on.

[@VisualKIt.Studios]

Thank you so much for this video!!! Exactly the bike i want to buy!

[@Reevezy67]

I just wish Giant would update their paint schemes. Give us some bright colours, and remove the 90s style decals..

[@jcar2412]

I was just about to say the same. I want a tcr but they are all awful looking, so I'm going to pass.

[@sasquatch2267]

Have to second that re: paint schemes. Almost all of the Giant bikes are hideous, very loud and a possible deal breaker. Muted/neutral colors are best. The TCR Advanced 1 is actually not too bad though.

[@gijsvanhirtum3447]

I think this black one looks marvelous

[@118cookie]

@@sasquatch2267 the ones they release this year are pretty exciting in terms of colors!

[@highfived]

The Tcr 2 looks better than the Tcr 1. Tcr 1 is so bland

[@harrylook7810]

6:20 There are differences b/w the different levels in the range. The frames are lighter as you go up the range. The top of the range has an ISP. The lowest level frame comes with an alloy steerer, while the other levels have carbon steerers.

[@harryredsull4995]

harrylook it’s the pro models that have ISP and upgraded steerer. They where where talking the normal advanced range.

[@patrickgrantlego7133]

@@harryredsull4995 adv = alloy steerer, adv pro = carbon steerer, adv SL = ISP and carbon steerer + SL grade carbon

[@michip2865]

this is truly an awesome ride but I went for the propel since I mostly cycle flat tracks...

[@yangguan4070]

Im using the 2015 propel!

[@TheCoomer]

I have a Scr 1 from 2007. Still fantastic, which is why I have decided to upgrade the wheels rather than get a new TCR for the same cost. Would you agree?

[@Countrystock]

You're not making it any easier for me to choose my next bike.......I like the Caad12, BMC RM02 and now this TCR!!!!!! Help me !!!

[@mattspare8835]

Andrew Lord Love my CAAD 10, and the 12 is said to be even better in every way. If you prefer that classic horizontal top tube (I can’t stand the look of compact geo) - choice is simple!

[@Paddyhudson]

Andrew Lord Same issue I had this year, I found the online ordering through giant, direct shipped to their store, made things all too easy to pull the trigger on the TCR. There are a few really good options at this price point and you won’t go too wrong with any of them. The question you really have to ask is ‘does this bike light my fire’, that is and will always be the most important factor in choosing your next purchase.

[@beigemaster]

Buy all 3! Failing that, buy the TCR (love mine 😍)

[@MrHughNelson]

I bought the TCR advanced that predated this one nearly ten years ago. Still a fantastic bike that rides brilliantly even by today's standards. If the new one is anything like the old one it is a stunning prospect. Just upgrade the wheels. If you like how it looks; I think it's an obvious choice.

[@12thgear]

I work in a shop that carries those three. Great choices, all. Just ride whichever speaks to you and fits well.

[@chrismoreman2289]

Did the guy on the left say he is 5' 9" so rides a small?

[@crosca82]

Really good bike ! What frame size would you recommend for a 5'9 tall rider ? Cheers

[@ekkarakyuttachack]

Medium 54👊

[@shadowboxer2747]

What is the circumferance of the tyre?

[@highfived]

Scratch on the seat post was it slipping ?

[@alanxxx8736]

What size bike for slightly under 5ft 8in rider small or medium ?

[@Erik-rc7iy]

I’d go small, I’m 5’9 with a 31 inseam and a medium is perfect. Keep your inseam in mind as well as long/short torso and arms.

[@iliaserdem2538]

Should i get the advanced 2 or 1???

[@prakasharaman]

i have tcr adv 1 (same as above) no regrets. TBH you are more then fine with Shim 105 (a friend has it) - cant really tell the difference. Difference is more aesthetics then substance. My view :)

[@12CatSushi]

Im 181cm should i get “L” size?

[@dawidszczepanski5925]

ML. I'm 182/87cm, ridden ML last week and it's perfect. :)

[@mosescortes9176]

Rather go with the tcr advance 2 for almost the same price

[@Paddyhudson]

Moses Cortes you’d pay the same price for the lower spec model?

[@ianlow78]

I think he means the advanced pro 2

[@wilsonsou3540]

The adv 2 comes with a 105 groupset and the colour isn’t that dull

[@dinoanic6717]

isn't this the 2019 model?

[@jimwocha4949]

Yes. I have the 2018 version in carbon grey and orange. Better looking frame than this one imo

[@dinoanic6717]

@@jimwocha4949 i bought the 2019 model, and the colors are identical from the video 2018 model. Bit confusing. Carbon gray - gold orange

[@jimwocha4949]

@@dinoanic6717 they must have given them the 2019 for the review. Giant sold out pretty quickly of the 2018 one. The Advanced 1 2018 is the same spec but the frame is carbon grey with orange accents. A bit more interesting than the one in the video. The best looking Advanced model for 2019 is the 2 imo.

[@juliusv2073]

shut up and take my money

[@vrooommm1]

Can this bike be fitted with 28 c tyres?

[@dande8833]

No. Chainstay length 405.

[@thomasullmann7447]

18mm only

[@debelifratar]

It is not a composite? What the hell is it then??? 😆

[@simonmorse2091]

Why are we seeing ultegra everywhere in this range.Where is Dura ace these days?

[@TimnShelley]

Dura ace is where it belongs, on bikes that cost more.

[@dickieblench5001]

This one is sub £2K. In this day and age that's a bargain

[@patrikbille3250]

if i can get it for 1k today, is it a go or no go?

[@dickieblench5001]

Go​@@patrikbille3250

[@topmech71]

I don't like how Giant has narrowed down the tubing on those carbon bikes....to me it's not a comfort thing as much as it is a cost cutting measure. I would think the thinner the seat stays and top tube is would make it weaker and more harsh. Also if you were to go down on it maybe damage or cracks right off.

[@Paddyhudson]

redemption There’s not really any evidence of this happening so you can rest easy!

[@MrHughNelson]

Specialized have done something similar with the new Tarmac which makes it lighter and more aero. Cervelo pioneered the narrow seat stays ages ago. So the technology is well established

[@pingcat99]

Thinner seatstays are a staple of most brands seeking to increase vertical compliance on the rear end...not sure where you’re getting harsher from?

[@deutscheklassiker5677]

Awesome bike but my bottom bracket creaked it’s tits off - sold it

[@koukimonzta]

Looks like the Canyon Ultimate

[@dereksmith3632]

Come on viewers help us that's on the fence. Save the money or go for aero

[@mr02gixxer1000]

That Giant TCR rides harsher than my CAAD12 Black inc, I wasn’t impressed at all with the compliance in my 42mi ride. My CAAD12 is a better ride 56cm at 14.8 pounds. Also I am not a fan of that slopping top tube.

[@TboneTenEighties]

I hate the look of sloping top tubes.

[@dickieblench5001]

Sloping top tube= longer seatpost which since it's a cantilever makes it more comfortable than a regular geometry frame

[@darrinschwarz7446]

You lost me at tubeless..........

[@Mububban23]

It's not compulsory

[@dickieblench5001]

Swap out the wheels immediately for campag with tubes

[@Thomass7586]

If its carbon or i should say. Plastic then its junk. All of these kind of bikes are. Metal bikes. Leave the plastic for the kids. And bicycle prices like this one and others are INSANE. No bike is worth those crazy prices.

[@MrBJPitt]

Crazy price? This bike reviewed is cheaper than the alloy bikes, lol.

[@TimnShelley]

@@MrBJPitt Thomas has not bought a bike in 1980 i am guessing.

[@jcar2412]

Get off my lawn!!!!

[@kwacker45]

Have you seen the prices of bikes bro' ? This is competitive given what you get

[@kwacker45]

@@TimnShelley absolutely