2012 Specialized Allez Comp Mid-Compact vs 2014 Specialized Venge HRR
The 56.0 is the Specialized Venge HRR size closest to your 56 Specialized Allez Comp Mid-Compact. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Specialized Venge HRR
Compared with the Specialized Allez Comp Mid-Compact in 56, the Specialized Venge HRR in 56.0 places the top of the head tube 9 mm lower and 3 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- −9 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +3 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- ±0 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Allez Comp Mid-Compact, 56Specialized Venge HRR, 56.0Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Allez Comp Mid-Compact 56 | Specialized Venge HRR 56.0 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 392mm | 395mm | +3 mm |
| Stack | 575mm | 566mm | −9 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.25° | 73.25° | ±0.0° |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 986mm | 986mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 816mm | 809mm | −7 mm |
| Seat tube length | 530mm | 527mm | −3 mm |
| Head tube length | 170mm | 160mm | −10 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Venge HRR minus the Specialized Allez Comp Mid-Compact. Full charts: 2012 Specialized Allez Comp Mid-Compact, 2014 Specialized Venge HRR.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Allez Comp Mid-CompactSpecialized Venge HRR
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 | Specialized Allez Comp Mid-CompactComp Apex Mid-Compact | Specialized Venge HRRS-Works RED HRR |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | SRAM Apex DoubleTap | SRAM RED 22 |
| Derailleur | SRAM Apex | SRAM RED 22 |
| Cassette | SRAM Apex | SRAM RED 22 |
| Chain | KMC X10 CP | SRAM RED22 |
| Crankset | SRAM S350 | not listed |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss Axis 2.0 | Roval Rapide CLX 60 |
| Tire | Specialized Espoir Sport | Specialized S-Works Turbo |
| Handlebar | Specialized Tarmac | not listed |
| Stem | Specialized Elite-Set | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Riva | Specialized Romin Evo |
| Brake | not listed | SRAM RED |
| Seatpost | not listed | Specialized S-Works Venge |
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