Liv/giant TCR ADVANCED W IN “THE PERFECT RIDE”
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"…I found myself taking a left-hand turn away from the flats and towards a long, curvy ascent. It was a surprising departure…Maybe it was the bike.”
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In the March 2012 issue of Bicycling magazine writer Evelyn Spence examines what is needed in a women’s bike to create “The Perfect Ride”. She spent some time with the Liv/giant TCR Advanced W and found herself taking the “road less travelled”.
ON THE RIDE:
“The handling is sensitive and quick…climbs gamely, though with a steady regular feel…competitive and comfortable on fast group rides”.
ON THE SPEC:
“Giant’s TCR Advanced W is part of the company’s performance line. A lightweight carbon frame, responsive wheels, and SRAM’s impressive Force components combine for a 15-pound package that proved fast and fun on a variety of rides…The TCR W uses the same compact-geometry as the men’s version…but has a Fi’z:ik Donna women’s saddle, narrower handlebar and shorter stem”.
BUYING ADVICE:
“It’s not a bike completely designed for women. Yet, if you can achieve a good fit on a unisex bike with the right components, and you like long, hard rides, this is a great choice.”
You can find the entire review in the March 2012 edition of Bicycling on newsstands now or click here to see the Liv/giant TCR Advanced W for yourself. Better yet, visit your nearest Giant Bicycle retailer. Click on the “Store Finder” tab at the top of the page to find the Giant retailer closest to you.
ON THE RIDE:
“The handling is sensitive and quick…climbs gamely, though with a steady regular feel…competitive and comfortable on fast group rides”.
ON THE SPEC:
“Giant’s TCR Advanced W is part of the company’s performance line. A lightweight carbon frame, responsive wheels, and SRAM’s impressive Force components combine for a 15-pound package that proved fast and fun on a variety of rides…The TCR W uses the same compact-geometry as the men’s version…but has a Fi’z:ik Donna women’s saddle, narrower handlebar and shorter stem”.
BUYING ADVICE:
“It’s not a bike completely designed for women. Yet, if you can achieve a good fit on a unisex bike with the right components, and you like long, hard rides, this is a great choice.”
You can find the entire review in the March 2012 edition of Bicycling on newsstands now or click here to see the Liv/giant TCR Advanced W for yourself. Better yet, visit your nearest Giant Bicycle retailer. Click on the “Store Finder” tab at the top of the page to find the Giant retailer closest to you.
January 23, 2012
