Comparison of carbon bikes for less than €3.000

All the carbon road bikes They are every cyclist's dream, and with good reason. Are light, fast and extremely resistant, which makes them ideal for any competition in which you participate.

In this article we are going to compare three carbon bikes perfect for those looking for high performance in your triathlon or cycling competitions, without breaking the budget.

The models that we are going to analyze are the models GIANT Defy Advanced 1 2022, GIANT TCR Advanced 2 Disc PRO Compact 21 and Orbea Orca M30 2022, all of them with a price lower than €3.000.

You can find all of them in the Bicycle shop Hair Cycles

We will analyze the key features of each model, to help you decide which one best suits your needs and preferences.

This is the comparison table of each of them, so you can see all its components at a quick glance

Comparison chart

	GIANT Defy Advanced 1 2022	GIANT TCR Advanced 2 Disc PRO Compact 21	Orbea Orca M30 2022
Price	2.699,00 €	2.299,00 €	2.249,10 €
Change	Shimano Ultegra	Shimano 105	Shimano 105 R7000 GS
Box	Advanced-Grade Composite, disc	Advanced-Grade Composite, disc	Orbea Orca carbon OMR Disc, monocoque construction
Forks	Advanced-Grade Composite, full-composite OverDrive steerer, disc	Advanced-Grade Composite, OverDrive steerer, disc	Orbea carbon fork 2021, aluminum steerer
Controls	Shimano Ultegra	Shimano 105	Shimano ST-7020
Brakes	Shimano Ultegra hydraulic	Shimano 105 hydraulic	Shimano R7070 Hydraulic Disc
Cassette	N/A	Shimano 105, 11×30	Shimano 105 R7000 11-30t 11-Speed
Chain	KMC X11EL-1	KMC X11EL-1	KMC X11-EL
Cranks	Shimano FC-RS510, 34/50	Shimano RS-510, 36/52	Shimano 105 R7000 34x50t
Wheel	Giant P-R2 Disc wheelset	Giant PR-2 Disc wheelset	Orbea wheel: Ready 19 with 12mm E-Thru hubset Shimano RS470 28H
Canopies	Giant Gavia Fondo 1, tubeless, 700x32c, folding	Giant Gavia Course 1, tubeless, 700x28mm (25c), folding	Vittoria Zafiro V Rigid bead 700x28c
Power	Giant Contact	Giant Contact	OC1 31.8mm interface -6º
Handlebar	Giant Contact SL D-Fuse	Giant Contact	OC1 Road, riser 15mm, reach 70mm, drop 125mm
Saddle	Giant Approach	Giant Approach	Seal Royal Mushroom RS
Seatpost	Giant D-Fuse, composite	Giant Variant, composite	OC2 Carbon 27.2 Offset 20
Diverter	Shimano Ultegra	Shimano 105	Shimano 105R7000

GIANT Defy Advanced 1 2022:  2.699,00 €

The 1 GIANT Defy Advanced 2022 Bike is an excellent choice.

With an Advanced T-700 grade carbon frame and a geometry oriented to resistance tests, this bike is light, resistant and perfect for medium and long distance triathlon competitions.

Plus, its D-Fuse handlebar and seatpost technology, integrated disc brakes, and Giant Tubeless wheel system provide control, comfort, and speed.

Features

• lightweight carbon frame Advanced T-700 grade with geometry oriented to resistance tests.
• D-Fuse Technology of the handlebar and seat post assembly to absorb vibrations and impacts.
• Technology of integrated disc brakes With front and rear 12mm thru-axles for greater control in all road and weather conditions.
• wheel system Giant Tubeless for a smooth ride with less risk of punctures.

Comfort and versatility

• Advanced T-700 grade carbon frame developed specifically for road resistance, with a perfect balance between stiffness and comfort.
• Geometry of the frame designed for resistance, with a greater wheel clearance of up to 35mm, associated with integrated disc brakes to face all types of terrain and conditions.

Control and efficiency

• Integrated disc brakes with flat-mount calipers and front and rear 12mm thru-axles produce more reliable stopping power for greater control and comfort whatever the weather or road conditions.
• Giant Tubeless wheel system gives speed and efficiency to a smooth ride and with less risk of punctures.

GIANT TCR Advanced 2 Disc PRO Compact 21, 2.299,00 €

This bike is designed with new head tube profiles, the down tube and fork, this racing bike is versatile and is equipped with an OverDrive headset, integrated Flat-mount brakes and an adjustable Variant seatpost for a rexceptional performance.

With its optimized aerodynamics and lighter frame-fork combination, this bike is perfect for climbing and sprinting in triathlon competitions in medium or short distances.

In addition, its Tubeless wheels offer stability and safe and powerful disc braking for total control in all conditions that you can find both in training and in competition.

Features

• New head tube profiles
• OverDrive concept headset, integrated flat-mount brakes and adjustable Variant seatpost
• Impressive stiffness to weight ratio for exceptional climbing and sprint performance.
• optimized aerodynamics
• Lighter and more aerodynamic frame-fork assembly
• Tubeless wheels for great stability and safe and powerful disc braking

Exceptional performance

• Engineered to provide racers with a frame that features exceptional climbing qualities, updated aerodynamics, and stiffness that will make the difference in any sprint you face

optimized aerodynamics

• Combination of fluid mechanics calculations and wind tunnel tests to design the new TCR.

Control and efficiency

• Lighter and more aerodynamic frame-fork assembly, new Tubeless wheels that offer great stability, a wheel clearance with the capacity to mount tires up to 32mm and safe and powerful disc braking, for total control in all conditions.

Orbea Orca M30 2022

If you are looking for a road bike that offers a high performance and optimal comfort, the Orbea Orca M30 2022 can be an excellent option.

With a redesigned, lighter frame, Shimano 105 11-speed drivetrain, Shimano R7070 hydraulic brakes, Orbea Wheel 12mm thru-axle wheels, OC1 Road handlebars, and OC2 Carbon seatpost, this bike offers a more precise handling and increased stability for a smooth ride and controlled in triathlon competitions.

Features

• Redesigned, lighter frame with internal cable routing and revamped geometry for more precise handling.
• Shimano 105 R7000 GS 11-speed drivetrain for high-quality performance.
• Shimano R7070 hydraulic brakes for reliable braking control.
• Orbea Wheel wheels with 12mm thru-axle for greater stability.
• OC1 Road handlebar and OC2 Carbon seat post for optimal comfort during the race.

Exceptional performance

• Redesigned and lighter frame perfect for competition.
• Shimano 105 11-speed drivetrain for high-quality performance.

Control and efficiency

• Shimano R7070 hydraulic brakes for reliable braking control.
• Orbea Wheel wheels with 12mm thru-axle for greater stability.

Comfort

• OC1 Road handlebar and OC2 Carbon seat post for optimal comfort during the race.

If you are looking for a high quality carbon bike for less than €3.000 for your triathlon or cycling competitions, the models GIANT Defy Advanced 1 2022, GIANT TCR Advanced 2 Disc PRO Compact 21 y Orbea Orca M30 2022 are excellent options to consider.

Each of them offers a exceptional performance, a optimized aerodynamics and total control in all conditions.

In the end, the choice it will depend on your personal preferences and specific competition needs.