TCR Advanced 2 (Pro Compact)

The Giant TCR Advanced 2 - Pro Compact is the definitive mechanical race bike for 2026, offering a high-performance carbon experience without the complexity of electronic shifting. In the 10th-generation TCR lineup, this model is a standout for its "Stealth Chrome" finish—a sleek, reflective metallic silver that gives the bike a premium, industrial aesthetic. The Advanced-grade composite frame is engineered with a focus on explosive climbing and efficient power transfer, utilizing a robotic assembly process that minimizes weight while maximizing structural integrity.

Equipped with the Shimano 105 12-speed mechanical groupset, this bike offers a precise, traditional shifting feel that is both easy to maintain and incredibly reliable. For 2026, the TCR Advanced 2 also adopts the Contact AeroLight cockpit system, which neatly tucks the hydraulic brake hoses away for a clean, aerodynamic front profile. This "Pro Compact" spec is designed for the serious rider who values a lightweight, agile machine that can handle everything from high-altitude climbs to high-speed group rides.

Frameset & Geometry

• Frame: Advanced-Grade Composite, 12x142mm Thru-Axle, Disc

• Fork: Advanced-Grade Composite, Full-Composite OverDrive Steerer, 12x100mm Thru-Axle, Disc

• Handlebar: Giant Contact

• Stem: Giant Contact AeroLight

• Seatpost: Giant Variant, Composite, -5/+15mm Offset

• Saddle: Giant Approach

• Color: Stealth Chrome

Drivetrain & Brakes

• Shifters: Shimano 105 ST-R7120, 2x12-Speed (Mechanical)

• Front Derailleur: Shimano 105 FD-R7100

• Rear Derailleur: Shimano 105 RD-R7100

• Crankset: Shimano 105 FC-R7100, 36/52T (Mid-Compact)

• Cassette: Shimano 105 CS-R7101, 12-Speed, 11-34T

• Chain: KMC X12L-1

• Brakes: Shimano 105 Hydraulic Disc

• Brake Levers: Shimano 105 Hydraulic (SM-RT64 Rotors: 160mm Front / 140mm Rear)

Wheels & Tires

• Wheelset: Giant P-R1 Disc Wheelset, Alloy (30mm rim depth)

• Hubs: Giant Alloy, 12mm Thru-Axle

• Spokes: Stainless Steel

• Tires: Giant Gavia Course 0, Tubeless, 700x28c

• Max Tire Clearance: 33mm (effective width)

Key Technologies

• AeroLight Stem: A sleek, integrated stem design that routes cables semi-internally to improve the bike's aerodynamic profile.

• Compact Road Design: The signature sloping top tube creates a smaller, stiffer, and lighter frame that is legendary for its handling.

• Advanced Composite: High-performance grade carbon material and proprietary resin are used to produce a frame with a superior stiffness-to-weight ratio.

• OverDrive Steerer: Provides increased front-end steering stiffness for more precise handling through technical corners.