giant ocr vs tcr
07-27-05, 08:06 PM
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giant ocr vs tcr
I really like the look and price of the giant carbon fiber frames. I'm an ex racer cat3 but that was about 8 years ago now I ride about 1-2 hours a day on my bad back. Will I notice a big difference between these to set-ups
07-27-05, 08:20 PM
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Originally Posted by dougphoto
I really like the look and price of the giant carbon fiber frames. I'm an ex racer cat3 but that was about 8 years ago now I ride about 1-2 hours a day on my bad back. Will I notice a big difference between these to set-ups
07-27-05, 08:46 PM
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The OCR will have a shorter reach to the handlebars. The pieces of the carbon frame are also wider than they are tall, which supposedly absorbs more up and down vibrations in the frame. The TCR frame sections are all round. I dind't ride a TCR, but bought an OCR2 Comp, and I like the ride. I have a Lemond Zurich, and the OCR is stiffer in the rear.
07-27-05, 09:29 PM
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I didn't ride the TCR because I knew that I wanted the more upright position of the OCR. The repair guy at the LBS did ride both and he said that the OCR was smoother.
07-27-05, 10:28 PM
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I test rode both, about 30-40 min. each, purchased the TCR. I couldn't hang with the upright OCR geometry, but no argument it's a very nice bike.
I would say you'll definitely notice the geometry difference immediately, whether you like it or not is up to you.
I would say you'll definitely notice the geometry difference immediately, whether you like it or not is up to you.
