2014 Specialized Allez Expert 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 Expert. 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 Expert in 490.0, the Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact in 520.0 places the top of the head tube 3 mm higher and 6 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- +3 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +6 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- ±0 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- +0.8°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Allez Expert, 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 Expert 490.0 | Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact 520.0 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 380mm | 386mm | +6 mm |
| Stack | 523mm | 526mm | +3 mm |
| Head tube angle | 72.25° | 73° | +0.8° |
| Seat tube angle | 75.5° | 74° | −1.5° |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 970mm | 970mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 741mm | 755mm | +14 mm |
| Seat tube length | 460mm | 490mm | +30 mm |
| Head tube length | 120mm | 120mm | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact minus the Specialized Allez Expert. Full charts: 2014 Specialized Allez Expert, 2012 Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Allez ExpertSpecialized 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 Allez ExpertExpert | Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-CompactExpert Mid-Compact |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | Specialized Tarmac Comp | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano Ultegra R6800 | Shimano Ultegra |
| Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra R6800 | Shimano Ultegra |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra R6800 | Shimano 105 |
| Chain | Shimano Ultegra | KMC |
| Crankset | FSA SL-K | FSA SL-K Light |
| Wheelset | Fulcrum Five | Fulcrum Racing 4 |
| Tire | Specialized Espoir Elite | Specialized Roubaix Elite Armadillo |
| Brake | Shimano Ultegra R6800 | Shimano Ultegra |
| Handlebar | Specialized Tarmac Expert | Specialized Shallow Drop |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupe | Specialized Ruby Gel |
| Frame | not listed | Specialized FACT 10r |
| Chainring | not listed | FSA SL-K Light |
| Stem | not listed | Specialized CompSet |
| Headset | not listed | Specialized Integrated |
| Seatpost | not listed | Specialized Comp |
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