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2006 Giant TCR W · 2008 Giant TCR W

Specification2006 Giant TCR W2008 Giant TCR W
Overview
Model year20062008
BrandGiantGiant
ModelTCR WTCR W
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlonRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID9464824233
Original MSRP$1,300.00$1,000.00
ColorsPolished/MagentaWhite/Red
Sizes2XS, XS, S, MXxsmall, xsmall, small, medium
Frameset
Frame materialALUXX SL aluminumALUXX SL aluminum
ForkFormulaOneFormulaOne
Fork materialCarbon fiber/aluminum steerer, aero crownCarbon/alloy steerer, aero crown
Drivetrain
Component groupRoad MixShimano Tiagra
ShiftersShimano ST-R700 STI short reachShimano Tiagra
Front derailleurShimano 105Shimano Tiagra
Rear derailleurShimano 105Shimano Tiagra
CranksetFSA Gossamer Mega Exo, 34/50 teethShimano R4550-S, 34/50 teeth
Bottom bracketFSA Mega EXOShimano Hollowtech II
Rear cogs10-speed, 12 - 25 teeth9-speed, 11 - 26 teeth
ChainShimano 105Shimano HG-53
PedalsN/ACrank Brothers Candy C
Brakes
BrakesAluminum dual pivot brakes, Shimano ST-R700 STI short reach leversTektro TK423AG brakes, Shimano Tiagra levers
Cockpit & contact points
HandlebarAluminumWomen's anatomic
StemEaston EA303D Forged Aluminum 31.8
SaddleWTB Deva CompWTB Deva
SeatpostCarbon fiber, 27.2mm diameterFormulaOne Composite
Wheels & tires
HubsXero XSR-3Xero XSR-3
RimsXero XSR-3Xero XSR-3
SpokesXeroXero
Front tire700 x 23c Michelin Pro2 Race700 x 23c Michelin Lithion
Wheel size700c wheels700c wheels
Frameset
Frame construction—TIG-welded
Rear shock—N/A
Cockpit & contact points
Headset—1 1/8" integrated
Handlebar extensions—Not included

Geometry comparison

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Measurement2006 Giant TCR W2008 Giant TCR W
Selected size / positionLegacy reference—
Head-tube angle73°—
Seat-tube angle73.5°—
Chainstay / rear center407 mm—
Wheelbase986 mm—

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 29, 2026.