Giant OCR 3

[magrat22]

Welcome Caligurl. Your braver then I trying clipless pedals I haven't managed them yet I chickened out and bought the cages!! I'm still stopping to drink water I know in time I'll be able to drink while biking but you know how it's hard when I keep thinkin' I shouldn't drink and drive ..lol

[magrat22]

Originally posted by Kay
You might also want to look into Terry Bikes: they are specifically designed for women. A friend--also short, as I am--convinced me to get one, and it has a much better fit than the Giant OCR3 I was riding before. Even the reach to the brakes is shortened for smaller hands.

Thanks Kay but I am really happy with my OCR 3 and well having ridden it for more then 2 months now I'm really quite attached to it Plus because I have Shimano Sora's I can adjust the shifters to shorten the reach to the brakes so it really does fit me perfectly. I've really had no problems with it and as it's a 42cm frame it's really the best buy if your short and don't have a typical female frame (short torso, long legs). I appreciate the advice though I may look into it for my second bike

[llv24]

Hi Girls!

I was reading your thread and was wondering where I can get info on the OCR 3.... a website or something? I am 5'2 and it sounds like you guys have had success with this bike along with a couple of others.... I am currently using a mtn bike and cannot afford a road bike right now but I would still like to research which one would be best for me.... maybe I'll be lucky and get one for christmas too

Thanks!
Linda Leigh

[magrat22]

Hi Linda,

Try these websites they should give you the breakdown on what the OCR is all about.

Giant's Website OCR 3 Review - Roadbike Review

Kerri

[magrat22]

Publication-Bicycle Magazine

Date-June 2004

Title-EDITOR'S CHOICE: TEN BEST BIKES OF THE YEAR

Findings:

* "We were startled by what Giant offers for just six bills. One tester noted, The frame felt fast and ready to go, and it seems more versatile than its components."
* "The ALUXX butted aluminum frame paired with a carbon fork has a spunky ride, but it's still a smooth platform, worthy of upgrades to better parts as you grow as a rider."
* "Giant knows this bike's buyers aren't seasoned vets, so we give a thumbs-up to the adjustable stem and comfy Michelin Dynamic 25mm tires."