Giant TCR Elite 1 2003 Technical specs and features

Brand Giant
Model TCR Elite 1
First production 2003
Bike category Road
Bike sub-category Road Race & Triathlon
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Parts And Accessories Giant TCR Elite 1 Parts   
Available Sizes - Small
- Medium
- Large
- Extra large


Wheels And Breaking System

Bike front tire700 X 23c Michelin Axial Pro Race
Bike rear tireNot Available
Bike wheel size700c Wheels
Brakeset type Shimano Ultegra STI Dual Control Levers
Shimano Ultegra Dual Pivot Brakes
Hubs for disc brakesMavic Cosmos
Rims manufacturer 24-hole and 28-hole
Mavic Cosmos
Spoke nipples typeBrass Nipples
Spoke wheel 14ga. Straight Gauge
Mavic Stainless Steel

Frame and Body Specifications

Frame materials Carbon Fiber Seat Stays
Aluminum
Frame typeTIG-welded and bonded
Handlebar constructionCinelli Altera
Handlebar extenderOptional
Handlebar stem detailsGiant Alloy and Carbon
Headset size1 1/8 (inches) Integrated FSA Integrated

Gearing Specs

Bicycle chain1/2 X 3/32 (inches)
Bottom bracket shell width68 (millimeters) English
Bottom bracket type 118.5 (millimeters) Spindle
Shimano BB-6500
Crankset parts and sizes 30/42/52 Teeth
Shimano Ultegra Triple
Gear shift leversShimano Ultegra STI Dual Control
Rear gear set 12 - 25 Teeth
9-speed

Giant TCR Elite 1 Fork System Data

Derailleur (Front) Braze-on
Shimano Ultegra Triple
Derailleur (Rear)Shimano Ultegra GS
Fork material Aero Crown
Carbon Fiber Composite With Carbon Fiber Steerer
Fork typeGiant Composite SL

Other Specs of Giant TCR Elite 1

Component group setsShimano Ultegra Triple
Available colors - Silver
Weight Unspecified
Pedals detailsOptional
Rear shock absorberNot Available
Saddle seatSelle Italia Max Flite Gel Flow
Seat post extension 27.2 (millimeters) Diameter
Giant SL Composite Aero


Giant TCR Elite 1 bike review

Giant produced the TCR Elite 1 bike in 2003 and can be classified as a Road bicycle, this exact model costs in american market arround $2,300.00.
TCR Elite 1 bike is available in many sizes such as Small , Medium , Large and Extra large .
Giant Road TCR Elite 1 can be found in one single color which is Silver.
This bike is equiped with 700 x 23c Michelin Axial Pro Race tires and Mavic stainless steel spoke wheel while the rims are manufactured by Mavic Cosmos, 24-hole/28-hole. Giant equiped this exact model with Shimano Ultegra Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano Ultegra STI Dual Control levers braking system and Mavic Cosmos hubs.
To guarantee the comfiest ride Giant used Aluminum, carbon fiber seat stays material for the frame. Cinelli Altera high strength material is used on the handlebar of this TCR Elite 1 to ensure the perfect handling while the stems are made of Giant Alloy/Carbon.
For the smoothest biking experience Shimano Ultegra Triple, 30/42/52 teeth is used on this bicycle linked to 1/2 x 3/32" chain that is easily replaceable as stated by Giant, the whole system is connected to a high reliability Shimano Ultegra STI Dual Control gear shift levers.