GIANT OCR ZERO or TCR1

[greenpeter2001]

hi all,
am looking at replacing my 1998 Giant CFR [mainly ultegra with CXP 30's on dura ace hubs] because parts are worn.
Frame is still good [ I hope]
Have been looking at,
Giant OCR ZERO, Ultegra, alloy triangle,carbon fork/stays, shimano 550 wheels and
Giant TCR 1, 105 alloy frame carbon forks, shimano 500 wheels.
I only commute these days
Anyone had any experience with the zero or views ?
It feels light, wheels look reasonable, frame angles are relaxed so its probably not a crit demon but for commuting that probably not an issue.
Would welcome any input

 

[SKAUFMAN12]

hi all,
am looking at replacing my 1998 Giant CFR [mainly ultegra with CXP 30's on dura ace hubs] because parts are worn.
Frame is still good [ I hope]
Have been looking at,
Giant OCR ZERO, Ultegra, alloy triangle,carbon fork/stays, shimano 550 wheels and
Giant TCR 1, 105 alloy frame carbon forks, shimano 500 wheels.
I only commute these days
Anyone had any experience with the zero or views ?
It feels light, wheels look reasonable, frame angles are relaxed so its probably not a crit demon but for commuting that probably not an issue.
Would welcome any input

I have an ’04 OCR1. I have changed the bars to Easton EA70 (because I needed a narrower set), the stem to an EA50, the pedals (to candy C’s), and wheels to Ultegra/OP. It is now very similar to the OCR0. It comes in under 20 pounds with pedals. I really enjoy the ride as I use it for fitness and charity type rides. I only wish I would have known all the things I would need to change before I purchased it. I think the OCR0 is specked out nicely from the beginning with very similar choices to the ones I made. I probably have about $1500.00 into my bike now. What is the cost of a new OCR0?

 

[greenpeter2001]

I have an ’04 OCR1. I have changed the bars to Easton EA70 (because I needed a narrower set), the stem to an EA50, the pedals (to candy C’s), and wheels to Ultegra/OP. It is now very similar to the OCR0. It comes in under 20 pounds with pedals. I really enjoy the ride as I use it for fitness and charity type rides. I only wish I would have known all the things I would need to change before I purchased it. I think the OCR0 is specked out nicely from the beginning with very similar choices to the ones I made. I probably have about $1500.00 into my bike now. What is the cost of a new OCR0?

thanks for the reply
the OCR0 is about $A2000 [in australia]

 

[RC2]

TCR composite vs. OCR composite are different geometries w/similar construction. OCR has a longer wheelbase for more stability, and a more upright riding position...where the TCR is the racing geometry. OCR would be the more natural frame for what you describe as primarily commuting. Specialized's roubiax composite is in the OCR's category geometry-wise, and has won lots of fans.

 

[pase]

the carbon stays on the OCR series of giant bikes has made them really good value this year.

previous posts are correct in saying that the geometry of the ocr is a bit more relaxed than on the tcr bikes, but this sounds like a plus in your case if it is to be used as a commuter.

the competition for this bike would most likely come from raceline and avanti who have similar spec'd bikes at that price point.

most of the american stuff (re specialized, trek & cannondale) are all a bit to pricey here in australia.

 

[greenpeter2001]

Thank you,
To those guys who replied.
Based on the advice and seeing I almost only commute these days I ordered a giant ocr zero [to replace my all carbon giant]in a red as close as I can get to ferrari red, working on the theory the older [57 next birthday ugh but what can you do!] you get the faster you have to look.
Anyway I get home and face the family thinking i'll be if favour by buying a cheaper bike.
Lo and behold my 22 year old son says you bought a what? And why?
My wife chimes in and says get back to the shop and get a carbon giant.
With great reluctance and trying not to grin I go back and order a TCR composite 2.
The things I do to keep peace in the family.
Any all's well that ends well!