2007 Giant TCR C0 or 2009 Cervelo S1?

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2009-08-28 8:53 AM

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Subject: 2007 Giant TCR C0 or 2009 Cervelo S1?
Hello All,

I went in yesterday to try out the Cervelo S1. It felt awesome compared to my low end alu bike I ride now. It was definitely aero, although a little on the stiff side. Beautiful bike and until yesterday THE ONE.

My dad, an avid cyclist, insisted I try a carbon framed bike before I buy. Dang it! Wish I hadn't listened to his advice. LOL. So anyways, I tried the Giant TCR C0, which is a beautiful carbon bike with DA compo, Mavic race wheels/tires, and carbon crank. It was so smooth glided up a super steep hill like I was hardly trying.

Needless to say, I'm confused. My distance of choice is the 1/2 IM distance and some century rides as well. Love the 100K distance rides. Like going fast and pushing hard. Hit major hills on every training ride because of where I live. Plan to throw on some Syntace C2 clip ons.

Any advice or thoughts?

Thanks in advance.

Jared

2009-08-28 10:16 AM
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Subject: RE: 2007 Giant TCR C0 or 2009 Cervelo S1?
I ride the Giant TCR C2 and really like it. I'm not the greatest up hiller, but it blows by most folks on the downhills. It's fast!
2009-08-28 2:09 PM
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Subject: RE: 2007 Giant TCR C0 or 2009 Cervelo S1?
How can you determine if the TCR is good uphill or downhill???  I don't get that .......

I'd actually reverse what you said based on personal experience and knowledge of the bike.  The TCR frame (even the regular one and not the Advanced) is a great climbing bike because it is stiff and light.  It is NOT as great of a descending bike because the steering is a little on the steep and twitchy side.  Yes, it still descends well, but the faster steering can be a bit for newer riders to handle.

And yes, I had a C Zero and loved it .........

BUT, since you are looking for something to race tris on I would probably lean toward the S1 more than the TCR.  If you were looking to road race more I'd say TCR hands down.
2009-08-28 7:10 PM
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Subject: RE: 2007 Giant TCR C0 or 2009 Cervelo S1?

No experience with the Giant but I have a S1 and love it. Very responsive and fine for longer rides. Just my .02 cents but the S1 can be set up as a quick road bike or for 1/2IM / IM distance. I only had one bike to buy so went for the S1 and haven't regretted it at all.

2009-08-29 12:50 PM
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Subject: RE: 2007 Giant TCR C0 or 2009 Cervelo S1?
Well guys,

Thanks for your input. The Cervelo is a nice bike. It felt a little rigid to me when compared to the TCR C0. I took the Giant out for a 25K ride and decided it was the one for me. I've changed out the seat post to get a better angle and am using clip on C2 aeros. The shop was really professional and helped me set the bike up so I am comfortable in both the Aero and road positions. The guys is FIST certified and took over 1 1/2 hours getting me all sized and measured including video taping me and using computer programs etc. I feel quite confident with my purchase.

Anyways, thanks again for your pointers and have a great finish to your Tri-season. One more 1/2 IM to go for me and then back to the drawing board for 2010.

Cheers,

Jared
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