2017 Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp vs 2018 Specialized Tarmac Men's
The 52 is the Specialized Tarmac Men's size closest to your 54 Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp. 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 Men's
Compared with the Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp in 54, the Specialized Tarmac Men's in 52 places the top of the head tube 6 mm lower and 5 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- −6 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −5 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −2 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp, 54Specialized Tarmac Men's, 52Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp 54 | Specialized Tarmac Men's 52 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 385mm | 380mm | −5 mm |
| Stack | 533mm | 527mm | −6 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73° | 72.5° | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 538mm | 531mm | −7 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 972mm | 970mm | −2 mm |
| BB drop | 69mm | 74mm | +5 mm |
| BB height | 272.5mm | 266mm | −7 mm |
| Standover | 765.5mm | 755mm | −11 mm |
| Seat tube length | 500mm | 462mm | −38 mm |
| Fork length | 368mm | 363mm | −5 mm |
| Head tube length | 130mm | 126mm | −4 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Tarmac Men's minus the Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp. Full charts: 2017 Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp, 2018 Specialized Tarmac Men's.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint CompSpecialized Tarmac Men's
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 SL Sprint CompDSW SL Sprint Comp | Specialized Tarmac Men'sMen's |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano 105 | Shimano Tiagra |
| Derailleur | Shimano 105 | Shimano Tiagra |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 | Shimano Tiagra |
| Chain | KMC X-11 | KMC X10EL |
| Crankset | Praxis Alba 2D | Praxis Alba M30 |
| Wheelset | Specialized AXIS Elite | DT Swiss R460 |
| Tire | Specialized Turbo Pro | Specialized Espoir Elite |
| Brake | Specialized AXIS 2.0 | Tektro Axis |
| Seatpost | Specialized Venge | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupé Sport | Specialized Toupé Sport |
| Frame | not listed | Specialized Tarmac SL4 |
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