2019 Specialized Allez Elite vs 2021 Giant Contend 1
The XL is the Giant Contend 1 size closest to your 61 Specialized Allez 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 Giant Contend 1
Compared with the Specialized Allez Elite in 61, the Giant Contend 1 in XL places the top of the head tube 34 mm lower and 5 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 13 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −34 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +5 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +13 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −1.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −3 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Specialized Allez Elite, 61Giant Contend 1, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Allez Elite 61 | Giant Contend 1 XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 396mm | 401 | +5 mm |
| Stack | 649mm | 615 | −34 mm |
| Head tube angle | 74° | 72.5° | −1.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.25° | 72.5° | −0.8° |
| Effective top tube | 591mm | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 415mm | 412 | −3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1018mm | 1031 | +13 mm |
| BB drop | 74.5mm | 70 | −5 mm |
| BB height | 265.5mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 850mm | 844 | −6 mm |
| Seat tube length | 580mm | 585 | +5 mm |
| Fork length | 375mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 235mm | 218 | −17 mm |
Differences are the Giant Contend 1 minus the Specialized Allez Elite. Full charts: 2019 Specialized Allez Elite, 2021 Giant Contend 1.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Allez EliteGiant Contend 1
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 EliteElite | Giant Contend 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano 105 R7000 | not listed |
| Derailleur | Shimano 105 R7000, Shimano 105 R7000 GS | not listed |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 | not listed |
| Chain | KMC X11 EL | not listed |
| Crankset | Praxis Alba M30 | not listed |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss R460 | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Espoir Sport | not listed |
| Brake | Specialized Axis 1.0 | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupé Sport | not listed |
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