Giant 2021 TCR Advanced SL 1 Disc
A legend reborn. The bike that has been at the leading edge of road racing innovation for more than three decades is redesigned to be even lighter, stiffer and more aerodynamic. It’s the ultimate all-rounder for the performance obsessed.
Updated and improved in all aspects of road racing performance, the new TCR Advanced SL Disc achieves a previously unobtainable stiffness-to-weight ratio for faster climbing and sprinting, plus new aerodynamic gains for all-around efficiency. It’s the choice of CCC Team WorldTour racers like Greg Van Avermaet on challenging road courses that demand uncompromised performance in the pursuit of victory. New aerodynamic tube shaping on the headtube, downtube and fork makes it a killer on breakaways, sprints and solo chase efforts. The new TCR Advanced SL Disc also builds on its proven climbing capabilities, boasting the highest stiffness-to-weight ratio ever seen in a TCR. Additional key updates include added clearance in the frame and fork to fit larger diameter tires up to 32mm, the latest integrated WheelSystem technology, and a new aero-engineered Contact SLR composite handlebar to make it even faster against the wind.
KEY PERFORMANCE FACTORS
Class-leading Efficiency
With the highest pedaling stiffness-to-weight ratio of any bike in its class and updated aero tube shaping, this frameset is engineered to give Giant pro road racers superior climbing capabilities, aerodynamic efficiency and sprint stiffness for race-winning performance.
Advanced Aerodynamics
This is where the TCR’s most quantifiable gains can be found compared to previous generation models. Every tube shape was analyzed, 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 in sprints and solo situations.
Total Control
Integrated disc brakes deliver smooth, powerful stopping power and modulation for added control in variable weather and road conditions. Flat mounts and new thru-axles boost stiffness and improve overall handling, while added frame and fork clearance allows for larger diameter tires up 32mm.
Frame
Advanced SL-Grade Composite, integrated seatpost, disc
Fork
Advanced SL-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive 2 steerer, disc
Handlebar
Giant Contact SLR
Stem
Giant Contact SLR
Seatpost
Integrated design
Saddle
Giant Fleet SLR
Shifters
SRAM Force eTap AXS
Front Derailleur
SRAM Force eTap AXS
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Force eTap AXS
Brakes
SRAM Force eTap AXS hydraulic
Brake Levers
SRAM Force eTap AXS hydraulic
Cassette
SRAM Force, 12-speed, 10x28
Chain
SRAM Force D1
Crankset
SRAM Force D1 DUB, 35/48 with Quarq DZero power meter
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB, press fit
Rims
Giant SLR-1 42 Carbon Disc WheelSystem (F:42mm, R:42mm)
Hubs
Giant SLR-1 42 Carbon Disc WheelSystem, 12mm thru-axle
Spokes
Giant SLR-1 42 Carbon Disc WheelSystem
Tires
CADEX Road Race, tubeless, 700x28mm (25c), folding
Extras
Computer mount