The Nero Show Is a $13,500 Giant Propel Worth It? | NERO Show x JOIN Cycling
Apr 9, 2026
A deep dive into the new Giant Propel’s spec, weight and real-world ride feel. They debate aero claims, wheel and tyre choices, and why tyre width matters. Handling, geometry and the integrated seatpost get detailed scrutiny. They also react to recent wind-tunnel results, discuss racing tactics around Tadej, and sort listener bike submissions into dog or fast bike.
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Propel SL0 Feels Lighter And More Refined
- The Propel Advanced SL0 is legitimately lighter and more refined than the Tovelo, offering better vibration damping and similar stiffness.
- Jesse rode a size 58 SL0 at 6.8kg no-pedals and found it ~600g lighter than his Tovelo, noticeably smoother on road buzz.
Smooth Buzz But Jarring Big Bumps
- First rides showed excellent vibration dampening but harsh hits on bigger bumps due to narrow tyre volume.
- Jesse felt confident on smooth chip seal yet said big driveway bumps could jolt your hands off the bars.
Modest Aero Gains From Integration And Tweak
- Integrated bars, updated wheels and a narrower front profile likely cut a few watts versus the previous Propel, moving it toward top-end 'do-it' aero bikes.
- Jesse estimates ~4–5W savings at 45kph, mainly from the integrated bar and modest rim/tire updates.