For 2021, Giant’s project began with a seemingly impossible goal: Make it even more efficient. With thanks to endless research, designing & testing, Giant can proudly proclaim that the TCR Advanced SL Disc is the fastest TCR ever. The TCR Advanced SL Disc is the choice of CCC Team World Tour racers who endure challenging road courses that demand uncompromising all-rounder performance. With the highest stiffness-to-weight ratio in its class, the Advanced SL 1 Disc is an efficient climber & lightning-fast sprinter. Thanks to new aerodynamic tube shaping on the headtube, downtube & fork, the all-new TCR puts its rivals to the sword on breakaways & solo efforts.A SRAM Force ETAP drivetrain & matching hydraulic disc brakes ensures the TCR Advanced SL 1 Disc is kitted out cutting-edge components to match a bike that possesses the same goal. With additional clearance, the Advanced SL Disc can now accommodate tyres of up to 32mm (28mm for rim brake version), while the latest integrated Wheel System technology, & a new aero-engineered Contact SLR composite handlebar & stem that makes it even faster against the wind. Class-leading efficiency
- With the highest pedalling stiffness-to-weight ratio of any bike in its class & updated aero tube shaping, the TCR Advanced SL 1’s frameset is engineered to give Giant pro road racers superior climbing capabilities, aerodynamic efficiency & sprint stiffness for race-winning performance. Advanced aerodynamics
- This is where the TCR Advanced SL’s most quantifiable gains can be found compared to previous models from the past 20 years. Every tube shape was analysed, engineered & tested to create an overall structure with significantly lower drag at a wider range of yaw angles. The result? A TCR that’s faster than ever in sprints & solo situations. Total control
- Integrated disc brakes deliver smooth, powerful stopping power & modulation for added control in variable weather & road conditions. Flat mounts & new thru-axles boost stiffness & improve overall handling, while added frame & fork clearance allows for larger diameter tyres of up to 32mm.


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The Giant TCR Advanced SL is engineered to climb, corner & descend. This legendary pro road machine does it all & does it faster. Power up steep climbs. Attack twisting descents. Edge out rivals in heated sprints. The TCR Advanced SL has earned its reputation as the ultimate all-around race bike. This is the lightest road frameset ever produced by Giant & it boasts the highest stiffness-to-weight ratio of any road bike on the market. The new Variant integrated seatpost delivers an enhanced ride quality for more comfort on the longest, hardest rides & the Advanced SL-grade composite frame makes the most of its proven Compact Road Design. Shimano Ultegra 22 speed groupset Advanced SL-Grade Composite, Integrated Seatpost, Electronic Ready frame Giant SLR 1 Wheel System We advise that the seat mast is cut to size by a qualified mechanic to ensure correct fit & prevent damage to the frame. Any damage caused during the cutting of the post will not be covered under warranty. ...

This Giant 2018 TCR Advanced SL 2 Road Bike is the ideal racing companion, any race, any where, any time. Become a winner with this mean machine. Whether riding steep climbs or sprinting for the finish, this carbon road bike can handle it. Built with Giants lightest road frameset ever, this Giant 2018 Road bike will provide a significant advantage to any rider. Speed & efficiency are optmised through an impressive stiffness & weight ratio. A Variant integrated seatpost design increases ride quality through absorbtion of road vibrations, transforming every ride into a comfortable one. The technical & compact design brings confident handling & control. From beginning to end, this 2018 TCR Advanced SL 2 Road Bike is a legendary all-rounder. Advanced SL-grade carbon composite frame Integrated Variant carbon composite seatpost Advanced SL-grade carbon composite fork Shimano Ultegra 11-speed groupset

Colour: Carbon Smoke/ Blue/ Charcoal

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TCR has long been Giant’s flagship road bike. A brilliant geometry honed over the years brought sloping frame tubes & compact geometry to race bikes to make great leaps in stiffness & weight. Arguably the bike that paved the way for modern race bikes still makes huge waves today, & 2015 is no exception. The advanced SL is the lightest TCR frame available with an integrated seat post that can be cut to the perfect fit. Shimanos Ultegra drivetrain & shifting deliver a group set that is the perfect mix of durability and performance making this a race ready bike with muscle. ...

Giant control every aspect of composite production from the raw carbon all the way to the bike you see here. This gives them the ultimate control over the end product which is the secret being the Giant TCRs impressive pro race wins. Updated with an Over Drive 2 headtube & Mega Drive downtube with Power Core bottom bracket the Giant TCR Advanced SL 2 ISP Road Bike offers the ideal blend of stiffness, razor-sharp handling & comfort. An integrated seatpost saves 45g off overall bike weight & adds even more compliance to create one of the comifest pro bikes available. Equipped to the Giant TCR Advanced SL 2 ISP is a selection of the worlds best kit including a full Sram Red 22 speedgroupset & Giants top of the line finishing kit to create an affordable pro level racing bike. Ride Sense Giant’s all-new chainstay-integrated, wireless data transmitter. The removable transmitter sends wheel-speed & cadence information directly to any ANT+ compatible computer. Over Drive 2 As the first manufacturer to bring the tapered headtube to market
- with the 2006 Glory mountain bike
- Giant knows a thing or two about inventing solutions for enhanced steering precision. The original Over Drive technology resulted in groundbreaking stiffness-to-weight ratios, & now Giant is doing it again with an all-new standard: Over Drive 2. Compact Road Design In 1997, when riders on the legendary Spanish pro team ONCE rolled up to the start of a race on a compact geometry Giant bike, the competition didn’t quite know what to think. For decades before that moment, the design & geometry of road bikes had remained essentially the same. Giant’s new approach was a radical departure, & we called it Compact Road design. Advanced SL Composite The highest-performance T-800 raw carbon-fiber material is painstakingly woven in Giant’s own composite factory to create the most cutting-edge frames available today. This is the technology used by Giant’s world championship-caliber racers as they compete in the most demanding events on the planet. These frames feature the most advanced engineering & construction methods. Key Upgrades Over TCR Advanced SL 3 Sram Red 22 11 speed componentry Giant P-SLR1 Wheel System, 1390g Giant Contact SLR composite handlebar & stem with Titanium hardware Fizi:k Arione saddle with K:ium rails

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At the heart of the Giant TCR Advanced SL 3 is a premium Advanced SL composite frame
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At the heart of the Giant TCR Advanced SL 3 is a premium Advanced SL composite frame
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Weve taken the Giant TCR Advanced SL frame & added some of the worlds best components, road bikes dont come much better than this. With an Advanced SL carbon construction featuring a Mega Drive downtube & Power Core bottom bracket to boost power transfer & efficiency. Add an integrated Ride Sense ANT+ sensor to transmit essential stats including cadence & speed & you have the ideal frame to build the ultimate road bike on. The equipment on this custom build road bike is nothing but the best. A full Sram Red groupset provides flawless shifting while a pair of Sram S60 carbon wheels with Giant P-SLR1 tyres provide the ultimate connection to the road. To complete the TCR Advanced SL Custom Build we added the very best finishing kit from Giant including a Vector seatpost & lightweight Advanced SL fork with full carbon steerer. Advanced SL Composite The highest-performance T-800 raw carbon-fibre material is painstakingly woven in Giant’s own composite factory to create the most cutting-edge frames available today. This is the technology used by Giant’s world championship-caliber racers as they compete in the most demanding events on the planet. These frames feature the most advanced engineering & construction methods. Over Drive 2 As the first manufacturer to bring the tapered headtube to market
- with the 2006 Glory mountain bike
- Giant knows a thing or two about inventing solutions for enhanced steering precision. The original Over Drive technology resulted in groundbreaking stiffness-to-weight ratios, & now Giant is doing it again with an all-new standard: Over Drive 2. Ride Sense Giant’s all-new chainstay-integrated, wireless data transmitter. The removable transmitter sends wheel-speed & cadence information directly to any ANT+ compatible computer. Compact Road Design In 1997, when riders on the legendary Spanish pro team ONCE rolled up to the start of a race on a compact geometry Giant bike, the competition didn’t quite know what to think. For decades before that moment, the design & geometry of road bikes had remained essentially the same. Giant’s new approach was a radical departure, & we called it Compact Road design.

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From the toughest of climbs to the most hectic of sprints, youll struggle to beat the TCR Advanced SL for one bike to do everything. The TCR Advanced SL Disc is the perfect combination of a stiff & aggressive ride quality with a lightweight & agile ride, ride climbs descents & corners with incredible control & efficiency for unrivalled speed in all terrains.. Flat mount disc brakes add to the aerodynamics of the bike while thru axles give you all the wheel stiffness you need for the fastest accelerations. The Variant integrated seatpost smooths out the road for a comfortable ride, making this bike a superb all-rounder. Its no surprise to see the long list of race victories that this bike holds. ...

Giants 2018 TCR Advanced SL Frameset 2018 is the perfect base to create your very own masterpiece. Improving your performance both on & off the road. This Giant TCR Advanced SL Frameset is constructed from Giants lightest road frameset ever, made from an advanced SL carbon composite frame. The well thought geometry provides the optimum stiffness to weight ratio. The integrated Variant composite seatpost delivers a sublime ride quality, it absorbs road vibrations & reduces fatigue on longer rides. From beginning to end, TCR Advanced SL is the ideal all-rounder, a perfect core component for a high quality bike. Advanced SL carbon composite frame integrated Variant composite seatpost Advanced SL-grade carbon composite fork with full-composite Over Drive 2 steerer

Colour: Carbon Smoke/ Chrome/ Charcoal Extras: Ride Sense ANT+/ Bluetooth

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