2006 tcr ,ocr ,crx

jbbcj

What is everyones opinion on the 2006 tcr, ocr, and crx range. Would like to keep this thread open to discusion about them. Im sure other people are as curious as i am. Would make a buying decision a lot easier for the giant enthusiast.

531Aussie

I'm not sure if they've changed, but unless someone is very heavy, I never liked the OCR range. They are just HEAVY, cheap alu. The TCR alu are affordable enough...generally

thomas_cho

well the 06 range now has a OCR composite.

The 06 composite looks a bit different from the 05 OCR range. The top tube seems to be curved? Am I seeing things? Unfortunately I have not seen the bike close up as yet.

I had a chat with the bike shop sales person, the OCR is marketed as a road comfort bike with a more upright position by virtue of a longer head tube.

He was of the opinion that unless one were using the bike for racing, the OCR would be a more comfortable ride. Comments anyone?

I am pretty much ready to buy a OCR composite ...

I was keen on the TCR Euro Composite, but so far no luck in getting the bike to NSW. The shops which had the really nice price of $2490 were not able to send the bike to NSW due to restrictions by Giant Australia.

rdk

I think I'll buy a 2006 CRX 1, even though I don'y like the colour very much. However, a bike shop told me today that Giant bikes are generally heavy. Were they just trying to sell me something else? Other choices woul be Specialized Sirrus or the new Avanti Blade when they're out.

thomas_cho

Just got myself a Giant OCR Composite 06. Its a beauty!

Have not gone for a ride yet, cant wait to do it tomorrow. Well worth all the time it took to save up for it! Of course this is a biased opinion

robalert

My CRX1 weighs in at 9.1kg with pedals, speedo, rear light, knog handlebar light and drink holder... that seems pretty reasonable to me

i was reading about the Bianchi 1887 semi composite... it costs $4K and weighs in at 7.1kg

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'07 Giant OCR Composite 3 - R550s with Michi Prorace2

'06 Giant CRX1

'96 Apollo Himalaya commuter - Rigid Fork, slicks, fully racked

DMR Switchback Reynolds 520- Velocity Cliffhangers, SRAM X-9, Easton bar/stem


DMR Trailstar 2 4130- Mavic117, Dice Whiplash, SCUD DH bars, LX 9spd, DMR Crisis Cranks.

'04 Giant VT3 frame - SOLD

RidingPowerlift

I've just ordered my 2006 CRX1, it should be here in about a week. I'm a bit worried about the 12-23 cassette/2 crank setup so will probably go for a 12-27 which is supposed to be similar to conventional 3 crank setup.

The supplied cassette is SRAM R9 12-23, can anyone suggest what is the equivalent QUALITY to SRAM R9 in Shimano 12-27?

cheers for comments
Tony

gclark8

For 12-27, 9 speed, a CS-7700 is it.

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George.

Dancier

I have the OCR2, it was bought for lightweight touring and Audax rides etc. It allows me to attach a rack to the frame so I can use panniers with it.It will be good for those 100K plus rides. It rides like a dream and as far as weight goes, thats not an issue because it won't be used as a racing bike.

gclark8

Check out the web site, Time Trial bike from TDF: http://www.giantbicycles.net/au/030...=2006&range=129

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George.

mtnbiker371

I bought an 05 TCR2 Composite about two months ago and I simply love it. I don't think I would care for the OCR as I find the geometry of the TCR relaxed enough. I ride aggressively, but I don't race. As for the gearing...it came with a 12-25 and I recently swapped it out for a 12-27 and I am MUCH happier with that setup. I'd easily recommend this bike to anyone looking for a light, fast bike - it is great value. (not sure what the 06 set up is yet)

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Greenboy

Hi Tony,

Did the 12-27 cassette make a big difference?

Greenboy.