Giant TCR Advanced 3
(20)Ready To Tear Up Some Asphalt?
Faster. Oh, and faster (cue evil laughter)
Truth be told, even in a down economy, men still like their gear newer and faster. Cycling can be pretty pricey but don’t let the initial investment turn you away. Nothing beats the thrill of flying down a hill at 33 MPH or chasing another cyclist so far you’ll need a plane ticket to get home.
The Giant TCR Advanced 3 is a superb road bike. Why you ask? The frame: the single most critical component when choosing any bike. The 2009 TCR Advanced 3 offers a chunky and solid frame that uses T-800 composite in conjunction with proprietary M40 carbon. Coming in at 17.4 lbs the TCR Advanced 3 is equipped with Shimano 105 20-speed STI and Shimano 105 gears. Oh, and let’s not overlook the wheels (what man doesn’t appreciate a set of badass rims?). Here, Giant has coupled Mavic CXP22 rims with Formula sealed hubs and SAPIM race spokes.
Editor’s Note: One of the lightest yet most durable road bikes in the industry, sure to smoke any punks in your neighborhood.
Cost: $2,500
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I have this bike. It is awesome. Makes you feel confident when you ride it.
I am 6 foot 4 and quite powerful and the large headset and bottom bracket really allows you to put your power down without thinking the bike is going to break.
The 105 groupset is more than enough for what I need it for.
The wheels are good and solid along wth the Michelin tyres that I had when it was delivered.
This bike will also get you noticed as the 'subtle' branding is visible miles away.
All in all, I would give this bike a 9 / 10 as my 3rd bike. (I have a single speed for getting to work and a bright orange Trek 1000).
If you can, buy one.
he Gary,do you know what is weigh of this awesome bike?