Giant TCR here..

I actually wasn't looking for a carbon bike. I wanted steel. I'd ridden another brands carbon and was unimpressed. I finally understood what people menat when they say that carbon rides like wood... just kinda dead.

Well, that is until I tried a Giant TCR. I liked that it was smooth like steel, with most of the liveliness of steel but light and responsive. It fit and was fun test riding. And during the test ride.. I just kinda had a "ah yes..." moment.

And ya.. it was cool looking. Natural carbon w/ clear coat. NOt too flashy and it was in my price range.

Sometimes I think getting a bike is much like picking wands at Ollivander's in Harry Potter.

So .. I love my Giant.