Giant Brava SLR 2 (2014)

The lightest women’s-specific cyclocross bike-and the only one with disc brakes-is all about performance and versatility. You can race it during cyclocross season,commute with it in all kinds of conditions, or use it for long rides on mixed terrain. The lightweight, responsive ALUXX SLR alloy frame features an OverDrive 2 steerer tube for stiff, responsive steering and a toptube that’s shaped for shouldering comfort. A D-Fuse SL composite seatpost provides compliance over rough terrain. Additional performance-minded features include disc brakes, and smooth, clean internal cable routing.