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Giant CRS 1.0

  • 16-08-2006 2:12pm
    #1
    Darby OGill
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    Anyone any experience of this bike or similar Giant models? I commute about 20 miles per day (fairly fast, but not flat out), and am hoping to do a bit of touring as well. Also considering the Lapierre Cheyenne '06. I need to be able to fit a carrier, and mudguards.

    I like the Giant FCR 2 '07 as a fast commuter (although I have my doubts it could be used for any touring).

    All comments/advice/suggestions welcome, thanks.


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  • #2
    daymobrew
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,571 ✭✭✭daymobrew


    Speak with the bike shop - they should be able to guide you to a suitable bike to fit both needs (commute/touring).
    I know that the Specialized Sirrus has attachments for mudguards and a carrier. The LaPierre Cherokee probably does too (it is a commuter bike), though it's heavy enough.
    I like the Giant FCR 2 '07 as a fast commuter (although I have my doubts it could be used for any touring).
    It does look nice, so does the LaPierre Cruiser. What are your touring doubts?


  • #3
    Darby OGill
    Closed Accounts Posts: 163 ✭✭Darby OGill


    I'm concerned that the bike wouldn't be suitable for fitting a rear carrier- wouldn't need front in any case. Also, would wheels be strong enough to take the weight?

    What are Giant bikes like in general- good build quality, any maintenance issues etc?


  • #4
    daymobrew
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,571 ✭✭✭daymobrew


    Darby O'Gill wrote:
    I'm concerned that the bike wouldn't be suitable for fitting a rear carrier- wouldn't need front in any case. Also, would wheels be strong enough to take the weight?
    The bike shop will tell you!
    The reason I mentioned the Specialized Sirius is that it explicitly mentions having "rack and fender braze-ons". Others might have such braze-ons, which the bike shop would tell you about.


  • #5
    icom
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 480 ✭✭icom


    Darby O'Gill wrote:
    Anyone any experience of this bike or similar Giant models? I commute about 20 miles per day (fairly fast, but not flat out), and am hoping to do a bit of touring as well. Also considering the Lapierre Cheyenne '06. I need to be able to fit a carrier, and mudguards.

    I like the Giant FCR 2 '07 as a fast commuter (although I have my doubts it could be used for any touring).

    All comments/advice/suggestions welcome, thanks.

    I bought a CRS 1.0 about 3 weeks ago. Was considering a Trek 7.5 FX but could not find a supplier that had one in stock, as the new 2007 model is coming out in September.

    Best price online in Ireland (for the CRS) was €799, but I managed to get a good deal from a local bike shop in Donegal, €700 including a computer and lightweight mudguards.

    The bike is well built, light, has carbon fibre forks and Deore/LX components. It feels good to ride and is very responsive and looks good as well!
    I use it for fitness rather than commuting, and I am very happy with the purchase so far.

    If you don't need suspensions, knobbly tyres and like to go fast, I would recommend the CRS 1.0 :)


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