I'm looking to buy my first road bike, but i'm not sure what i'm looking at. I found this bike which i'm thinking of getting. It's an older giant tcr advance it looks to be indecent condition, and they are asking $850 canadian. I want a road bike that I can go on.Group rides with my friends and still be able to keep up as they all have nicer bikes and more experienced. I also plan on doing a lot of solo long rides for training.And we'll buy an indoor trainer and ride a lot on that. Even though this bike is older, does it have quality parts, is it a good bike. Would I be happy with this bike as a beginner? Rider, or would I i grow out of this fast or need to upgrade. I want something that's fast and comfortable and reliable. Have a look at the listing details below.
Good used condition
Size 55.5 or Medium/Large
Custom paint… A subtle flecked dark purple/black
Probably from around 2008 or so. Was Giants best offering at the time. Sub 16 lb build
Built with Dura ace 7800 groupset
53/39 crank 175mm
10 speed casette
Giant slr aero handlebars 42cm
3T Arx Ltd stem 100mm 6°
Selle Italia saddle
Cannondale seatpost
Upgraded wheelset
Giant Slr zero clinchers 30mm tubeless ready
With continental 5000tl rubber…
These were Giants top of the line climbing wheels that came on their Advanced SL 0 in 2018
by flooder_31