"Ready to set light to the time trial scene, Giant’s Trinity Alliance Zero looks the part, with its huge aero-shaped tubes and swathes of carbon fibre. Underneath the paint it’s not quite all it seems though, as Giant have unified carbon and aluminium into a seamless frameset."

"But why would you want to create frame that’s half carbon and half aluminium? There are several companies building frames in this way, and Giant claims there are several significant benefits over an all-aluminium frame. A lighter frame (up to half a pound over an all-aluminium frame) can be made, with the carbon increasing the stiffness while also allowing the designers to build in some compliance. A closer look is required to spot the joins between the two materials, it’s that smooth."

"Shortly after rolling the Giant out of the huge box it arrived in, RCUK headed to a local 10-mile time trial organised by the Kingston Phoenix cycling club. Wind and lashings of rain weren’t ideal conditions for the Giant’s first ride (or even for my first ever time trial, come to think of it), but once my heart rate had settled into a vaguely comfortable zone, my body stretched out in a nice aero position, I was impressed. It feels incredibly stable and planted at speed, holds the line easily and it just wants to go faster and faster – if only my legs could produce the power to do it real justice. So, first impressions are good."

From MM, Tri-coach:
" The handling of the bike is one of its greatest features. The 72 degree head tube angle and ample trail on the fork provides a very stable ride in the aero position. I have no bike-related concerns barreling down the Bloomington rollers at 45mph. I have never had a speed wobble on this bike. The carbon fiber frame tubes (seat tube, top tube, chain stay) seem to do a good job of providing comfort on long rides....."points for its incredible value and brilliant handling."

From female Triathlete "R":
"...this was the bike I used for triathlon last year and had some of the best bike split results.  With this fit, I was able to do longer distances and still go for a run afterwards.  ... it's now time to get serious about the State TT."
"The seat tube angle is quite steep, so my hips must roll forward to keep a flat back.  ... As for the frame construction, the top tube and half of the seat tube are carbon while the bottom bracket and down tube is constructed of aluminum.  Though you sacrifice weight, the stiffness is well worth the switch."

"...the Flashpoint clinchers, roll with ease and can even climb better than you'd think.  Also, the integrated bars and bullhorns are a nice addition.  ...The compact fit works beautifully.