2016 Specialized Allez DSW Elite vs 2015 Specialized Venge Elite
The 56 is the Specialized Venge Elite size closest to your 56.0 Specialized Allez DSW Elite. 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 Elite
Compared with the Specialized Allez DSW Elite in 56.0, the Specialized Venge Elite in 56 places the top of the head tube 8 mm lower and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- −8 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- ±0 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- −2 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Allez DSW Elite, 56.0Specialized Venge Elite, 56Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Allez DSW Elite 56.0 | Specialized Venge Elite 56 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 395 | 395mm | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 574 | 566mm | −8 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73.5 | 73.5° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.25 | 73.25° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 568 | 565mm | −3 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405 | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 988 | 986mm | −2 mm |
| BB drop | 69 | 69mm | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 273.5 | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 520 | 527mm | +7 mm |
| Fork length | 368 | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 170 | 160mm | −10 mm |
| Standover | not listed | 809mm |
Differences are the Specialized Venge Elite minus the Specialized Allez DSW Elite. Full charts: 2016 Specialized Allez DSW Elite, 2015 Specialized Venge Elite.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Allez DSW EliteSpecialized Venge Elite
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 DSW EliteDSW Elite | Specialized Venge EliteElite 105 |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | Specialized FACT carbon | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano Tiagra | Shimano 105 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Tiagra | Shimano 105 |
| Cassette | Shimano Tiagra | Shimano 105 |
| Chain | KMC X-10 | Shimano 105 |
| Crankset | Shimano Tiagra | Praxis TURN Zayante |
| Wheelset | Specialized AXIS Classic | Fulcrum S5 |
| Tire | Specialized Espoir Sport | Specialized Turbo Elite |
| Brake | Specialized Axis 1.0 | Shimano 105 |
| Handlebar | Specialized Shallow Drop | Specialized S-Works Aerofly |
| Stem | Specialized 3D-Forged Alloy | not listed |
| Bar tape | Specialized S-Wrap | not listed |
| Seatpost | Specialized Sport | Specialized Venge |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupé Sport | Specialized Romin EVO Comp |
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