TCR Advanced Pro 2

For road riding, the score leans toward outright pace rather than comfort-first priorities. This means it lands in the middle: capable pace, but not optimized for outright speed. The setup that matters most here is all-round road tires that balance speed and comfort, an aero-leaning setup that reduces drag at higher speeds, and a solid drivetrain that supports efficient riding.

Uphill performance score: 2.8/10. Within Road bikes, it sits below average. For hill work, the easiest gear is moderate. The easiest gear works out to about 28.6 gear inches. On the ‘easier low gear’ scale, it sits around ~47% versus similar bikes. Gear inches is basically “how easy is the easiest gear”. Lower numbers help you keep your legs spinning on steep bits. It won’t be the absolute best climber, but it won’t hold you back on most climbs either. Specs can vary by size and build, and some manufacturer details aren’t always published, so treat this as a strong guide rather than a guarantee.

On the race-focused side of things, aero-wise, at 7.3/10, it’s aero-aware without going extreme so it feels versatile, not single-purpose. In everyday language, it’s a balanced middle ground: some streamlining, but not an extreme aero setup. That tyre width is common on performance road builds and tends to suit aero goals. Different brands share different amounts of detail, so this uses the most consistent cues that are available. That typically means solid everyday speed without forcing an aggressive position or race-only parts.

Sporty fit - you'll lean forward more and feel ready to push the pace. It feels this way because the cockpit sits 126 mm below the saddle (a very large drop), and the cockpit stretches you forward by ~572 mm (long). Expect a lean angle around 43 degrees.

Why this fit flexibility rating: The cockpit is modular (separate stem and handlebar), so it is easier to adjust or swap fit parts, Routing is relatively straightforward, which helps when you change cockpit parts. At the same time, Aero or proprietary posts often restrict how easily you can change fit parts. Net result: Adjustable.

Comfort comes out to 2.7/10, which usually translates to a quite direct ride. That’s the reason it lands as Firm. It’s running about 27 mm tires on 700c wheels, and narrow tires usually mean higher pressure, so more buzz comes through on chipseal and broken pavement. The posture is race-leaning (posture 7/10, torso ~43°), which puts more weight forward, so you notice more feedback through the hands and saddle.

This sits around the normal range for similar bikes. The value score is 1–10. Higher means better value for money; lower means the price is high for what you get. Uses MSRP as a baseline; real-world prices can be lower (discounts can change the value). On the spec estimate, the price is close to what we’d expect for a comparable build. In its peer group, it tends to be better-priced than many, beating about 65% of listings. To anchor it: price €4.992 versus an estimated €4.762 for a similar build. Bottom line: it’s a normal deal — not amazing, not terrible.

This bike is built for smooth pavement and fast road riding. Tires around 28 mm usually mean it’s tuned for smooth-road speed. Overall, the setup matches this surface range well.