2014 Specialized Allez vs 2012 Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact
The 520.0 is the Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact size closest to your 490.0 Specialized Allez. 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 Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact
Compared with the Specialized Allez in 490.0, the Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact in 520.0 places the top of the head tube 21 mm higher and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- +21 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- −1 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- −2 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- +0.8°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Allez, 490.0Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact, 520.0Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Allez 490.0 | Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact 520.0 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 387mm | 386mm | −1 mm |
| Stack | 505mm | 526mm | +21 mm |
| Head tube angle | 72.25° | 73° | +0.8° |
| Seat tube angle | 75.5° | 74° | −1.5° |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 972mm | 970mm | −2 mm |
| Standover | 730mm | 755mm | +25 mm |
| Seat tube length | 460mm | 490mm | +30 mm |
| Head tube length | 100mm | 120mm | +20 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact minus the Specialized Allez. Full charts: 2014 Specialized Allez, 2012 Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized AllezSpecialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact
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 AllezAllez | Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-CompactExpert Mid-Compact |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano Claris R2400 | Shimano Ultegra |
| Derailleur | Shimano Claris R2400 | Shimano Ultegra |
| Cassette | Shimano HG50 | Shimano 105 |
| Chain | KMC Z51 | KMC |
| Crankset | Shimano Claris R2400 | FSA SL-K Light |
| Wheelset | Specialized AXIS Classic | Fulcrum Racing 4 |
| Tire | Specialized Espoir Sport | Specialized Roubaix Elite Armadillo |
| Brake | Shimano Claris R2400 | Shimano Ultegra |
| Saddle | Specialized Riva | Specialized Ruby Gel |
| Frame | not listed | Specialized FACT 10r |
| Chainring | not listed | FSA SL-K Light |
| Handlebar | not listed | Specialized Shallow Drop |
| Stem | not listed | Specialized CompSet |
| Headset | not listed | Specialized Integrated |
| Seatpost | not listed | Specialized Comp |
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