Publication- Bicycling

Date-April 2000

Title-GIANT OCR 2

Findings:

  • "PROFILE: Stiff, quick handling with nontraditional style"
  • "The extra-long seatpost and innovative handlebar stem allow the bars to pivot up and closer to the rider, so most riders can find a good fit..."
  • "The small frames are stiff with quick handling-perfect for weaving through traffic, potholes, and other riders you blow past.."
  • "PRO CONNECTION: The OCR 2's big brother, the carbon TCR TEAM (which has identical sizing and geometry) has been pushed to big-time race wins by Laurent Jalabert and his ONCE team.

Publication-Bicycling

Date-February 2004

Title-GIANT OCR 2

Findings:

  • "Doulble-sided clipless pedals, wide tires, an adjustable-angle stem and three chainrings make this a great recreational bike. With geometry similiar to Giant's racing-derived TCR line, it's no slug when the pace picks up. The longer wheelbase gives a comfortable, stable ride.
  • "WANT TO SPEND LESS? Giant $600 OCR 3 uses the same frame, but loses the carbon fork and the clipless pedals, and has an 8-speed cassette. Shift/brake levers, derailleurs, chain, and wheels are downgraded."
  • "FRAME/FORK: Proprietary butted aluminum frame with replaceable derailleur hanger; carbon fork with aluminum steerer."
  • "COMPONENT HIGHLIGHTS: Shimano Tiagra shift/brake levers and front derailleur, 105 rear derailleur; SRAM PG-950 12-26 9 speed cassette; Truvativ Touro triple crank."

Publication-Best Bicycle Reviews

Date January 2007

Findings:

  • Budget road bike.Reviews say the Giant Sport OCR 2 strikes a terrific balance between performance and reliability. The Giant has a pretty basic aluminum frame, coupled with a higher-end carbon-fiber fork, which helps dampen vibration and soften the ride compared to all-aluminum bikes like the Schwinn Fastback. Reliable, middle-range Shimano Tiagra derailleurs and shifters complete the package. The Giant is a good choice if you want a little of everything -- something that works for commuting, weekend touring and the occasional race.

Publication-Bicycling

Date-April 2008

Title-GIANT OCR 2

Findings:

  • GO LONG IN COMFORT
  • TRIED AND TRUE: Giant's OCR line of smooth-riding road bikes has been around for nearly a decade, and for good reason. The angles are all classic (save the sloping top tube), and the bike steers predictably and feels smooth over long miles. It's ideal for the weekend warrior or anyone getting into charity rides.
  • TRIPLE WITH A TWIST: Giant gives this OCR a triple chainring up front, with a 30 tooth granny to churn up really steep hills. The middle ring is 39 rather than a more common 42; ditching those teeth makes it easier to maintain a smooth cadence on false flats.

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