2019 Specialized Allez Sprint Comp vs 2017 Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp
The Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp size closest to your 54 is the 54. Compare the 54 instead
What changes on the Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp
Compared with the Specialized Allez Sprint Comp in 54, the Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp in 56 places the top of the head tube 21 mm higher and 10 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 12 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +21 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +10 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +12 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- +0.5°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Allez Sprint Comp, 54Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp, 56Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Allez Sprint Comp 54 | Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp 56 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 385mm | 395mm | +10 mm |
| Stack | 533mm | 554mm | +21 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73° | 73.5° | +0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 538mm | 554mm | +16 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 972mm | 984mm | +12 mm |
| BB drop | 69mm | 69mm | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 272.5mm | 272.5mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 765.5mm | 784.3mm | +19 mm |
| Seat tube length | 500mm | 520mm | +20 mm |
| Fork length | 368mm | 368mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 130mm | 150mm | +20 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp minus the Specialized Allez Sprint Comp. Full charts: 2019 Specialized Allez Sprint Comp, 2017 Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Allez Sprint CompSpecialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp
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 Sprint CompComp | Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint CompDSW SL Sprint Comp |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano 105 R7000 | Shimano 105 |
| Derailleur | Shimano 105 R7000, Shimano 105 R7000 GS | Shimano 105 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 R7000 | Shimano 105 |
| Chain | KMC X11 EL | KMC X-11 |
| Crankset | Praxis Zayante | Praxis Alba 2D |
| Bottom bracket | Praxis 6806 | not listed |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss R460 | Specialized AXIS Elite |
| Tire | Specialized Turbo Pro | Specialized Turbo Pro |
| Brake | Shimano 105 R7000 | Specialized AXIS 2.0 |
| Seatpost | Specialized Venge | Specialized Venge |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupé Sport | Specialized Toupé Sport |
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