My (selfbuilt) Defy with some upgraded parts. (saddle, groupset, pm-pedals, bartape, waxed chain) I like how it rides and have to say the Shimano 12x levers are sooo comfortable that I regret not having switched earlier :)
Giant Contend SL 0. Just getting back into it after a years long break. So far, out of shape but having fun.
Giant Advanced Pro custom build
- Giant Advanced Pro frameset M/L Glacier Teal
- SRAM Force XPLR groupset
- Cadex Ultra 50 wielset
- Cadex Boost zadel
- Cadex Aero stuur Gen 2
- Cadex Race stuurband
- Garbaruk Aero kettingblad
- Michelin Power Cup 30mm
7,02kg zonder accessoires / 7,41kg met pedalen, bidonhouders & computerhouder
Got myself a good second hand 2019 Giant TCR Advanced, with rim brakes, Ultegra 11 speed Di2 and full carbon wheels. First ride was amazing, as it was my first experience with Di2.
In looking forward to buy this bike for 700€ (675usd).
Do you think its worth it? Seller basically never used it, never crashed it.
Giant TCR Advanced SL 2 (2019/2020) – Rim Brake
Frame: Advanced SL-Grade Composite, rim brake, integrated seatpost (ISP), quick release (100/130 mm)
Size: XS
Fork: Advanced SL-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive 2 steerer
Seatpost: Integrated seatmast with Giant ISP topper
Current saddle height: 69 cm (BB center to saddle top), including approx. 2 cm of spacers
Groupset: Shimano Ultegra R8000, 2×11-speed, mechanical
Shifters: Shimano Ultegra R8000
Front derailleur: Shimano Ultegra R8000, braze-on
Rear derailleur: Shimano Ultegra R8000
Brakes: Shimano Ultegra R8000 rim calipers
Crankset: Shimano Ultegra R8000, 170 mm, with Giant Power Pro dual-sided power meter (Bluetooth/ANT+, rechargeable)
Chainrings: 52/36 stock
Cassette: 11-28 stock
Bottom bracket: Press-fit BB86
Handlebar: Giant Contact SL, 40 cm
Stem: Giant Contact SL, 110 mm (stock XS was 80 mm)
Wheels: Giant carbon wheelset, rim brake, tubeless ready. Model to confirm (likely SLR 1 42)
Pedals: not included
Bottle cages: included (2)
2027 Giant TCR advance 0 with GP5K
Coming from a Revolt 0, this is a big step up. I'm surprised with the comfort. Sure it's stiffer, especially the front end but it's very comfy. Can't wait to put more miles. Oh and a longer stem.
Put the flip chip back in the short position but now one side of my pads is rubbing very bad. Feel like there’s added tension in the line. Cant tell if I forgot something in the process or the cable is in the wrong orientation. Pls help
So I received my second Propel frame set in June after the first one arrived with a paint chip on the head tube (replaced under warranty after a 4 month delay)
Been riding it a little over 3000km since with no issues (or so I thought)
Drove to Aix en Provence yesterday for a bike fit with a famous French bike fitter. After first analysis I told him I felt like I was leaning off to the left, like I was tilted over. He assured me the platform was level and the Kickr was also level (using spirit levels)
He told me to jump off the bike and look at how deformed my saddle was on the left side, it look ridiculous, and after only 3000km of riding, the saddle looked un usable. I hopped back on the bike and again I said it felt like I was leaning off the bike, like I was gonna fall off if I leaned any more to the left..
This gave him the impression it was my position causing this.. he put his laser at the back of the bike, shining up through the centre line of the turbo and through the centre line of my seat stays.. and by the time the laser was at my saddle, the laser line wasn’t even touching my seatpost anymore.
It appears that the frame isn’t seated straight.. he tested other bikes to prove my point. He’d never seen or heard of this problem before.
Has anybody else had this issue?


Hi, I'm shopping for my first hybrid bike and can't decide between these two. They're essentially the same on paper (both have hydraulic brakes, 1x9 drivetrain, similar tires: 700x38mm giant vs 700x35mm on trek). One difference is that Trek doesn't come with quick release for the front wheel, which by itself is not a huge dealbreaker. I kinda prefer the slanted frame design on Trek more but thats honestly about it.
I'll be primarily using it for a 5-10 mile commute 3-4 days per week. Which one would you pick and are there any common issues i should know about? Thank you.
Trek is currently listed for $799. Giant is on sale for $675.
Edit: the giant website says there is an additional $75 charge for pick up and assembly. No additional charges for trek. So it effectively becomes $799 vs $750.
2024 Giant Contend 2 - AED 1300. Rarely used. Owner claims it to be in good condition. Can I go for it? Experts please guide me. I am a decent rider, will do 30k alternate days and 75-100k on weedend
Folks got a question. I bought my first ever road bike (giant tcr Pro advanced 0 2025) about 6 months ago. And I do care about it because I really like and , cost me some money and I want to last as long is possible. Since then a did just over 2000 km on it. I'm working quite a lot - I'm a chef - so pretty much can go for a proper ride once a week. But stil enough for me!😁👍
I'm planning to give it to local bike shop for a seasonal service once a year just before season starts it should do the job - to check everything , bleed brakes etc ?(Obviously if there is no issues with it )
Regularly after rides I'm cleaning bike off from dirt and dust using basically wet microfiber cloth. How often you doing...bike deep clean ? I'm mean taking wheels off,.chain off (to degrease and proper clean), cleaning cassette and chain set, cleaning properly frame etc ? When they become really dirty or you have some sort of routine like every month or 3 months or so(or basically when you off from work and bored or looking for something to do 😁)
Also every few riders I do lube my chain with squirt wax ( every like 200km ) with I'm actually really happy with, keeps chain and other components clean! .
So...what is your taking care/cleaning routine to keep your bike nice and clean?😁