[UpHillCrawler]

I have a choice between 2 TCR Advance, a 09 2 and a 10 3. They both have the same frame, fork and wheelset. The 09 2 has full Ultegra and the 10 3 has full 105. The 09 2 would actually be around $300 more. I like both colors, the 09 2 is carbon and blue and the 10 3 is white and blue.

I'm leaning toward the 10 3, if you have any suggestions please let me know!

Thanks!

 

[thedago]

if you think you will eventually want to upgrade from 105, just up to the 09 2 now

if happy with 105 in all aspects, then 10 3

 

[Ventruck]

I'm bad with my timelines, but does the 09 2 have 6700?

If so, (as thedago said), that'd be a very pricey upgrade down the road - meaning the $300 is worth it. I haven't ridden either, but I can't imagine the 2010 Advanced 3's frame being all the world's better.

 

[UpHillCrawler]

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So there's no difference in the frame and fork between 2009 and 2010?

Thanks!

 

[Ventruck]

So there's no difference in the frame and fork between 2009 and 2010?

Thanks!

Actually, according to this article, there is no difference beyond aesthetics.

http://www.bikeradar.com/news/article/giant-2010-road-and-commuting-highlights-22950

 

[davidsthubbins]

The 2010 has a carbon steer tube vs. alloy on the 09.