2011 Giant TCR Advanced frame
 

Went with a buddy to an LBS today to check out a new 2011 SuperSix he is thinking about buying and I got the chance to take out a 2011 TCR Advanced 2 for a spin. At first I thought a Medium size frame would be too small but to my surprise it felt just right. The bike had the same exact setup I ride now with 5700, 12-25 cassette, and 39/53 crank except I have a mix of 5600 and 6600 (6600 crank, RD, cassette, chain, and 5600 shifters and FD).

The bike was very responsive with twitchy steering which I like. The bike felt stiff yet very comfortable on the road. The 2011 framesets also come with the same fork as the Advanced SL.

I told the shop guy that I was not in the market for a new bike and when I told him what I ride he said I could also just order the frameset for $1300. So now I am seriously considering ordering the frameset and transferring everything over from my current bike which is a Fuji Cross Comp. Am I crazy to do this or should I just keep my money and go for a complete new bike next year? If I bought the frame I would upgrade to Force next year which would probably still be cheaper than buying a complete bike with Force. I have no need for a new drivetrain right now anyway so I could easily wait until end of next year to upgrade.

I bought the Fuji at the beginning of this year as my first bike in over 10 years and went with a CX bike because I did not know if I was going to like road riding that much and CX somewhat intrigued me so I wanted something versatile. Now I know that I don't like CX.

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Get the TCR! You will be glad you did. :)

Go for it

Im in the market for that exact bike ,Ive been chatting with various LBS all speak highly of the Tcr adv 2

2011 has very light and lively front end should make decending a snap.
I found the test ride lively, not too twitchy, but smooth as silk.

Just get it already! I'm a little Biased. Don't think I've posted a picture of my TCR SL3 before:innocent:
http://public.blu.livefilestore.com/...002.JPG?psid=1

I friggin love this machine.

Keep the cross bike and then wait to get the tcr too. Use the cross for dirt roads and smooth single track - great fun! Buying frame and components separately is expensive.

The Cross Comp is a cyclocross bike, so some of the components will not or might not transfer directly. First, you will need to replace the Fuji's linear-pull brake calipers with road-style calipers, preferably of a dual pivot design. Second, the Fuji's tires, and possibly the wheels, will be too wide for the Giant's tight clearances. Third, you may eventually want to replace the Fuji's cyclocross crankset with a standard or compact road setup. Seatpost diameters and front derailleur attachment might also present some incompatibilities.

That said, I love my older TCR C0. It's not a bike to fall asleep on, but I can ride it hard all day.

It's awesome that Giant is finally getting a hold on aesthetics. Personally I'd do it if I had the money. As previously stated you'll need to replace certain components, but the old stuff can be sold off to help recoup costs. If you've decided you are never going to hit the dirt again you might as well.

I am running 700x23 Conti 4000S' with a 6600 HTII 39/53 crank on my Fuji right now. The TCR Advanced frameset comes with a seatpost. I can get a pair of 6600 caliper brakes on ebay for around $50 and also a new 6600 FD for $20. My Fuji for the most part has already been converted into a road bike. Other than the frameset I am looking at an extra $100 for the things I mentioned above and new cables.

did he say anything about delivery date? i inquired at my local dealer and they said 2011 frames wont be ready to deliver until early 2011

This is another bike on my list to test ride. I'm in the market for my first CF frame and i've been looking at so many different brands. I have a $3k limit. Tarmacs, Madones, Wilier Izoard, Supersix, the list goes on, too many to choose from in this price point.

I love my '08 TCR Advanced. I recommend picking it up.

I love my '10 TCR SL 2 so go for it.

Don't know why your LBS is telling you this. I got my 2011 TCR Advanced SL3 over 4 weeks ago.

Here's the evidence, my 2011 SL 3. I changed the bar tape, saddle and tires from stock, but otherwise its the same.

https://files.me.com/haroldchang/xi6lud

Love that color scheme! I wish they had kept it the same for 2011......

complete bikes were available but framesets weren't in stock

Very nice!

What wheelset do you have installed on your TCR?

He said it would take a couple of weeks but at the time I wasn't really paying attention because I wasn't thinking about buying it until I got home and had a dream about it that night. Now I can't get the damn thing out of my head. I am going back to the shop when my buddy's SuperSix comes in and I am scared that I'll have to have it when I see it again.

As far as the frame goes it is a fantastic bargain at the price they are charging for the frame. You could easily put together a machine with full Force and 2010 Cosmic Carbone's for $3000.

BTW the 2011 frameset now comes with the same fork that's in the SL and it's still over $200 less than last year.