Test 2016 aero road bikes: Giant Propel Advanced SL - Giant Propel Advanced SL on test

It is worth noting that the wind tunnel result is already convincing with the own-brand wheels. Tuning with even faster wheels brings only a small advantage. Service-friendly V-brakes from TRP, positioned in the slipstream of the fork and seat stays, allow space for tyres up to 25 millimetres wide following a revision last year and impress with high braking power and very good modulation. Apart from the brakes, the Propel is equipped with the complete Dura-Ace Di2 including Sprinter shifters, leaving nothing to be desired. Functionally convincing are add-on parts such as the comfortable saddle and the aerodynamic handlebar stem unit, which however limits adjustability and makes transport more difficult.

CONCLUSION Fast, technically mature, superbly equipped. The only weakness is the moderate spring comfort

Price 8,000 euros
Weight 7.0 kilos
Available in specialised shops
Info www.bicycles.com

Weight frame/fork/steering bearing* 1,225/456/55 grammes
Frame sizes** XS, S, M, ML, L, XL
Seat/top tube/head tube 560/570/170 mm
Stack/Reach/STR*** 570/390 mm/1.46

EQUIPMENT

Drive Shimano Dura-Ace (52/36 t, press-fit)
Brakes/gears Giant SL Ti/Shimano Dura-Ace Di2
Wheels/tyres/weights**** Giant SLR 0 Aero/Giant P-SLR 1 23C (v/h: 1,072/1,428 grams)

*Weighed weights.
**Manufacturer's specification, test size bold.
***Stack/reach projected vertical/horizontal measurement from the centre of the bottom bracket to the top of the head tube; STR (Stack to Reach): 1.36 means a very stretched, 1.60 a very upright riding position;
****Wheel weights including tyres, cassette, quick release/threaded axles and brake discs if applicable

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