VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

1999 Giant TCR 2R

Velopedia Archive ID 80799

Overview

Model year1999
BrandGiant
ModelTCR 2R
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID80799
Original MSRP$1,200.00
ColorsTeam Color
Sizes44cm, 50cm, 55.5cm

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialGiant Compact SL CU 92 aluminum
ForkGiant
Fork materialCarbon fiber composite, aero crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano 105
ShiftersShimano 105 STI Dual Control
Front derailleurShimano 105
Rear derailleurShimano 105
CranksetShimano 105, 39/53 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano BB-5500
Rear cogs9-speed, 12 - 23 teeth
ChainKMC Z9200, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsRoad Clipless

Brakes

BrakesShimano 105 Dual Pivot brakes, Shimano 105 STI levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1" aluminum
HandlebarCinelli Touch-E
Handlebar extensionsN/A
StemAluminum, adjustable
SaddleSelle Italia Trimatica
SeatpostGiant AeroComposite, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsShimano 105
RimsMavic CXP 23, 32-hole
SpokesStainless steel, 2.0mm double-butted
Front tire700 x 23c Hutchinson Krono
Wheel size700c wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube555 mm
Head-tube angle73°
Seat-tube angle74°
Chainstay / rear center400 mm
Wheelbase990.6 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 1, 2026.