2008 Kona Kapu vs 2010 Specialized Roubaix Elite Triple
We can't match sizes for these two: one of them has no stack and reach for the sizes shown.
What changes on the Specialized Roubaix Elite Triple
- Frame stack
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Frame reach
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Wheelbase
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Head angle
- +0.5°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
We can't draw these frames yet. The Kona Kapu numbers we have for size SC56cm are missing the reach, stack and wheelbase. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Kona Kapu SC56cm | Specialized Roubaix Elite Triple 54 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head tube angle | 71.5 | 72° | +0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 72.5 | 73.5° | +1.0° |
| Chainstay length | 410 | 415mm | +5 mm |
| BB height | 273 | not listed | |
| Standover | 816 | 780mm | −36 mm |
| Head tube length | 157 | 165mm | +8 mm |
| Wheelbase | not listed | 1000mm | |
| Seat tube length | not listed | 495mm |
Differences are the Specialized Roubaix Elite Triple minus the Kona Kapu. Full charts: 2008 Kona Kapu, 2010 Specialized Roubaix Elite Triple.
Where each sits in its class
Kona KapuSpecialized Roubaix Elite Triple
CalmSteeringQuick
PlayfulBalancePlanted
Each bike is ranked against the other road bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Kona KapuKapu 853 | Specialized Roubaix Elite TripleElite Triple |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Kona Kapu | Specialized Roubaix FACT |
| Shifter | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano 105 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano 105 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 | Shimano 105 |
| Chain | Shimano 105 | KMC X10 CP |
| Crankset | FSA Energy MegaExo | Shimano R553 |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano 4600 | not listed |
| Wheelset | Mavic Aksium S | not listed |
| Tire | Continental UltraRace 700x23c Kevlar | Specialized Roubaix Pro II |
| Hub | Shimano Ultegra | not listed |
| Rim | Mavic Open Sport | Mavic CXP22 |
| Brake | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano 105 |
| Handlebar | FSA RD305 OS | not listed |
| Stem | FSA OS-150XT | Specialized Comp-Set |
| Grips | Kona Cork Tape | not listed |
| Headset | FSA Orbit X | not listed |
| Seatpost | FSA SL-280 | not listed |
| Saddle | Selle Italia XR Light Manganese | Specialized Avatar |
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