2017 Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Elite vs 2018 Specialized Tarmac Men's
The 49 is the Specialized Tarmac Men's size closest to your 52 Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint 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 Tarmac Men's
Compared with the Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Elite in 52, the Specialized Tarmac Men's in 49 places the top of the head tube at about the same height and 5 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 7 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- ±0 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- −5 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +7 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −1.3°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Elite, 52Specialized Tarmac Men's, 49Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Elite 52 | Specialized Tarmac Men's 49 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 380mm | 375mm | −5 mm |
| Stack | 514mm | 514mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73° | 71.75° | −1.3° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 75.5° | +1.5° |
| Effective top tube | 527mm | 508mm | −19 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 961mm | 968mm | +7 mm |
| BB drop | 69mm | 74mm | +5 mm |
| BB height | 272.5mm | 266mm | −7 mm |
| Standover | 745.8mm | 740mm | −6 mm |
| Seat tube length | 480mm | 431mm | −49 mm |
| Fork length | 368mm | 363mm | −5 mm |
| Head tube length | 110mm | 115mm | +5 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Tarmac Men's minus the Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Elite. Full charts: 2017 Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Elite, 2018 Specialized Tarmac Men's.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint EliteSpecialized 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 EliteDSW SL Sprint Elite | Specialized Tarmac Men'sMen's |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano Tiagra | Shimano Tiagra |
| Derailleur | Shimano Tiagra 4700, Shimano Tiagra | Shimano Tiagra |
| Cassette | Shimano Tiagra | Shimano Tiagra |
| Chain | KMC X-10 | KMC X10EL |
| Crankset | Praxis Alba 2D | Praxis Alba M30 |
| Wheelset | Specialized Axis Sport | DT Swiss R460 |
| Tire | Specialized Espoir Sport | Specialized Espoir Elite |
| Brake | Specialized Axis 1.0 | Tektro Axis |
| Seatpost | Specialized Venge | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupé Sport | Specialized Toupé Sport |
| Frame | not listed | Specialized Tarmac SL4 |
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