Since it debuted as a controversial aluminium-framed race bike with compact geometry and a radical new look
compared to all other race bikes in the late 1990s, the TCR has continually pushed the limits of performance with
every new generation. It has been a staple in the pro peloton since 1998, earning wins at major races around the
world for more than two decades.
Every bike in the 2022 TCR range was designed and engineered with the following three performance factors in mind:
CLASS-LEADING EFFICIENCY:
A high stiffness-to-weight ratio is a hallmark of the TCR. To retain this critical advantage, the 2021 TCR Advanced SL features new cutting-edge composite materials, reengineered tubing shapes and advanced
robotic layup techniques. The result is a livelier ride quality, explosive acceleration and improved climbing efficiency with up to 26.3 percent greater frame/fork stiffness than key competitor bikes*.
*2019 Trek Emonda SLR Disc.
ADVANCED AERODYNAMICS:
The new TCR takes a major leap forward in its aero performance. This is
where its most quantifiable gains, compared to the previous generation,
can be found. Every tube shape was analysed, engineered and tested to
create an overall structure with significantly lower drag at a wider range
of yaw angles. The result is a TCR that’s faster than ever, especially in
sprints and solo efforts.
TOTAL CONTROL: From updated disc-brake integration to all-new composite WheelSystems
that offer greater stability in crosswinds to user-friendly tubeless tyre
setups, the new TCR delivers greater control in a wide variety of road
riding conditions. A new composite fork boasts 35 percent greater
torsional stiffness over key competitor bikes* for unrivalled steering
precision and added frame/fork clearance allows higher volume tyres up
to 32mm** for a smoother, faster ride on all types of road surfaces.
*2019 Cervelo R5 Disc
**dependent on brand
Colours | Gloss Amber Glow / Matte Carbon |
Sizes | XS, S, M, M/L, L, XL |
Frame | Advanced-Grade Composite, disc |
Fork | Advanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive 2 steerer, disc |
Shock | N/A |
Handlebar | Giant Contact SLR |
Grips | Stratus Lite 2.0 |
Stem | Giant Contact SL |
Seatpost | Giant Variant, composite, -5/+15mm offset |
Saddle | Giant Fleet SL |
Pedals | N/A |
Shifters | Shimano Ultegra Di2 ST-R8170 |
Front Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra Di2 FD-R8150 |
Rear Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra Di2 RD-R8150 |
Brakes | Shimano Ultegra Di2 hydraulic, Shimano RT-MT800 rotors |
Brake Levers | Shimano Ultegra Di2 hydraulic |
Cassette | Shimano Ultegra, 12-speed, 11x30 |
Chain | Shimano Ultegra |
Crankset | Shimano Ultegra, 36/52 |
Bottom Bracket | Shimano, press fit |
Rims | Giant SLR 1 42 Carbon Disc WheelSystem |
Hubs | Giant SLR 1 42 Carbon Disc WheelSystem, 12mm thru-axle |
Spokes | Giant SLR 1 42 Carbon Disc WheelSystem |
Tyres | CADEX Race, tubeless, 700x25c (26.5mm), folding |
Extras | Computer mount, tubeless prepared, 32mm max tyre size |