Originally Posted by Phillyfan (Post 16579526)

What taillight were you using on you're old TCR? I'm trying to find one that fits the aero Giant seat post.

Originally Posted by sw686blue (Post 17018702)

Hey folks,

Sorry to resurrect this theads, but I was at my LBS and he said that I could get a 2014 Propel Advanced 2 for $2400 + tax. What do you guys think of the price?

Propel Advanced 2 (2014) | Giant Bicycles | Canada

Originally Posted by ColtJ (Post 16489682)

Hello,

Got a chance to ride a Giant Propel Advanced for the first time this morning. :)

For the past year i've been riding a Giant TCR and really like it but i've been drooling over the Propel for some time.

Only rode ~30 miles this morning but thought I would share my first impressions for those that may be interested.

Its pretty windy and flat in Miami and I noticed the "Aero" properties immediately. Riding over 20 mph felt easier almost, just took less effort. Compared to my TCR it also carries speed better, riding along feels smoother.

I was surprised to find it quite comfortable. Looking forward to getting some more miles in, will post more over the next few days.

Not sure how many other members are into cars but it feels like driving a big turbo supra (insert favorite high horsepower big turbo make and model). :)

** doubt this info is useful to anyone but here is the strava activity from this morning. link: Bike Ride Profile | - Propel First Ride near Miami | Times and Records | Strava

Pic of TCR:
http://distilleryimage1.ak.instagram...f35b2d71_8.jpg

Pictures of Propel:
http://distilleryimage4.ak.instagram...393e4454_8.jpg

Sorry for edits but recently learned a new trick in photoshop.

Originally Posted by Darth Steele (Post 17018889)

I am drooling over the rims. what/how much are they?

Originally Posted by ColtJ (Post 17019031)

.........I now have a Giant Propel Advanced SL and a Giant TCR Advanced SL,.........

Originally Posted by ColtJ (Post 17019031)

Not to bring this thread back to life but I now have a Giant Propel Advanced SL and a Giant TCR Advanced SL, in case anyone wondered what my final decision was.

Originally Posted by FLvector (Post 17019151)

And which one do you prefer and why?

Originally Posted by ColtJ (Post 17019288)

http://scontent-a-mia.cdninstagram.c...12356636_n.jpg

http://photos-e.ak.instagram.com/hph...26021091_n.jpg

Honestly, I really like them both. They're very different.

I love the handling of the TCR, it's snappy and I love how it feels when I try to accelerate. It feels like it just skips on the road up to whatever speed i'm trying to achieve. To me it feels like a stout 400 hp all wheel drive car.

The Propel is amazing at speed, I do a lot of A+ group rides and when you're already moving at a good speed, it always feels effortless to advance or to try to and break away. Kinda like driving a powerful car on the highway, you think you're doing 60 but you're really doing 90, the speed feels deceptive in a good way.

Sorry for car references but thats the only way I can try to describe them accurately. On any given week, i'll ride both a few times or just one but I always switch back and forth. It's fun to feel the other bike all over again a few times a month.

Originally Posted by OldTryGuy (Post 17019069)

sweet X 2 :thumb: :thumb:

Originally Posted by alexaschwanden (Post 17024488)

How many miles do have them?

Originally Posted by itsnevertoolate (Post 17024460)

I just bought a 2014 Propel Advanced SL1. It's light, quick and cuts through the wind nicely. It came with an aluminum arm(s) brake upgrade (2015) and I haven't noticed any weakness that's been described with the older carbon brake arms. Nice bike, just adding finishing touches...

Originally Posted by ColtJ (Post 16575289)

Well, i rode the Propel pictured above for ~70 miles and ended up buying a TCR Advanced SL 3.

Reason being is, I was really looking for a TCR ++ (if that makes sense) in the Propel over my 2013 TCR Composite 2.

I found the Propel to be an awesome bike but I personally knew after riding it that I wanted a better TCR not a Propel.

I think only you'll know what you really want.

They're different but I don't think you can go wrong with either.

My new TCR:
http://distilleryimage0.ak.instagram...da5cd7b0_8.jpg

Originally Posted by ColtJ (Post 17019031)

They're Zipp 404's with Continental 4000s II's (transparent color).

Not to bring this thread back to life but I now have a Giant Propel Advanced SL and a Giant TCR Advanced SL, in case anyone wondered what my final decision was.

Originally Posted by itsnevertoolate (Post 17024460)

I just bought a 2014 Propel Advanced SL1. It's light, quick and cuts through the wind nicely. It came with an aluminum arm(s) brake upgrade (2015) and I haven't noticed any weakness that's been described with the older carbon brake arms. Nice bike, just adding finishing touches...

Originally Posted by alexaschwanden (Post 17024488)

How many miles do have them?

Originally Posted by OldTryGuy (Post 17024559)

..., I really, REALLY enjoy riding this bike even as a 64 year OldTryGuy. ;)

Originally Posted by Campag4life (Post 17024923)

Just curious what qualities of the TCR do you prefer to the Propel?

Originally Posted by II Holland II (Post 17025239)

I am able to get a Giant Propel Advanced SL 3 for 4500$ plus tax. Good deal? and is this bike recommended or are there better choices in this price range?

Originally Posted by sw686blue (Post 17018702)

Hey folks,

Sorry to resurrect this theads, but I was at my LBS and he said that I could get a 2014 Propel Advanced 2 for $2400 + tax. What do you guys think of the price?

Propel Advanced 2 (2014) | Giant Bicycles | Canada

Originally Posted by sw686blue (Post 17018702)

Hey folks,

Sorry to resurrect this theads, but I was at my LBS and he said that I could get a 2014 Propel Advanced 2 for $2400 + tax. What do you guys think of the price?

Propel Advanced 2 (2014) | Giant Bicycles | Canada

Originally Posted by ColtJ (Post 17026584)

Haha, Congrats.

Part of buying the propel was knowing I could swap out the headset and have a decent Tri bike if ever decided to try one. Don't think i'll ever need a dedicated Tri bike.