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Giant OCR 1

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★★★★★
4.7

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★★★★☆
4.4

$1,099.99

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Pros

  • Comfortable (12)
  • Lightweight (11)
  • Good geometry (10)
  • Handles well (10)
  • Great components (8)
  • Absorbs shock well (7)
  • Durable (1)
  • Good quality components (1)
  • Great riding fun (1)
  • Precise shifting (1)
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Cons

  • Could use better brakes (1)
  • Heavy (1)
  • Saddle only (1)
  • Wheels (1)

Best Uses

  • Casual riding (12)
  • Good for commuting (8)
  • Climbing (6)
  • Serious training (4)
  • Serious racing or training (3)
  • Sprinting (2)
  • Day riding (1)
  • Great for fitness riding (1)
  • Road bike (1)
  • Touring (1)
 
 
 

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Giant's OCR 1 sports an agile aluminum frame, a carbon fork, and speedy, light components for a sweet road ride with excellent acceleration, climbing…

Specification Description
Model 383522, 383532, 383543
UPC 826225835438
modelYear 2006
modelYear 2007
modelYear 2008

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[7 of 9 customers found this review helpful]

Giant OCR 1 Review

Very versitile and durable.

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Absorbs Shock Well
  • Comfortable
  • Good Geometry
  • Handles Well
  • Lightweight

    Cons

  • Wheels

    Best Uses

  • Casual Riding
  • Climbing
  • Commuting
  • Day riding
 

"I am 6'4 and have an XL 2007 with 2000 miles on it. The only real complaint is the cheezy Xerolite wheels. The company only sells to bike makers. The bike shop couldn't even get replacements. They have a creepy flex on tight, high speed turns. They dent easily. The hubs are junk. I will not buy anot …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Apr 14 2008
Fozz
Salem, Oregon
I am:
  • Avid Cyclist
 

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Giant OCR 1 Review

Works for me!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Handles Well
  • Lightweight
  • Responsive

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Casual Riding
  • Commuting
  • Touring
 

"I'm sort of a bike dork.... I've got a rear rack on it, ToPeak trunk loaded (making the back end somewhat heavy), and generally ride commute/touring. Over a year ago I changed the rear cluster to give me some lower gears to be able to do hills better, and I'm working on figuring out a better seat. …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jun 15 2009
Sam
Alameda, CA
I am:
  • Casual Cyclist
 

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Giant OCR 1 Review

Smooth and Fast

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Absorbs Shock Well
  • Comfortable
  • Good Geometry
  • Great Components
  • Handles Well
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Casual Riding
  • Climbing
  • Commuting
 

"I researched a lot of bikes because I wanted a solid bike for a great price and the OCR 1 was a great buy. It is a great bike for the price and now that I am commuting to work on it very regularly it makes my mornings much more enjoyable.



This bike is very comfortable, the components are great s …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jul 18 2008
Automated8
Eagle Mountain, UT
I am:
  • Avid Cyclist
 

Giant OCR 1 Review

Can't go wrong

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Good Geometry
  • Handles Well

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Casual Riding
  • Commuting
  • Serious Training
 

"I've only had this bike for about a month.I considered buying a bike at twice the cost, but couldn't justify it to myself after riding this at its price point.



It has good geometry, it is responsive and comfortable. The shimano 105 set is a great selling point.



I've taken it on many long rid …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Aug 19 2008
Louis
Albany, NY
I am:
  • Avid Cyclist
 

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Giant OCR 1 Review

Fluid and Comfortable

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Absorbs Shock Well
  • Comfortable
  • Good Geometry
  • Great Components
  • Handles Well
  • More »

    Cons

  • Saddle only

    Best Uses

  • Casual Riding
  • Serious Racing or Training
 

"This is the most comfortable bike I've ever owned. I typically felt crunched-up on other bikes, but this bike allows me to stretch out for the longer rides. It feels as though I am riding on clouds, and it takes little to no effort to ride faster. I did have to change the saddle though - I just keep …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Oct 2 2007
Cargogirl
Alvin, TX
I am:
  • 2nd year MS150
  • Casual/ Recreational
  • Weekend Warrior
 
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