2019 Specialized Allez Sprint Comp vs 2018 Specialized Tarmac Men's
The 49 is the Specialized Tarmac Men's size closest to your 52 Specialized Allez 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 Sprint Comp 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 Sprint Comp, 52Specialized Tarmac Men's, 49Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Allez Sprint Comp 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 Sprint Comp. Full charts: 2019 Specialized Allez Sprint Comp, 2018 Specialized Tarmac Men's.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Allez 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 Sprint CompComp | Specialized Tarmac Men'sMen's |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano 105 R7000 | Shimano Tiagra |
| Derailleur | Shimano 105 R7000, Shimano 105 R7000 GS | Shimano Tiagra |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 R7000 | Shimano Tiagra |
| Chain | KMC X11 EL | KMC X10EL |
| Crankset | Praxis Zayante | Praxis Alba M30 |
| Bottom bracket | Praxis 6806 | not listed |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss R460 | DT Swiss R460 |
| Tire | Specialized Turbo Pro | Specialized Espoir Elite |
| Brake | Shimano 105 R7000 | Tektro Axis |
| Seatpost | Specialized Venge | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupé Sport | Specialized Toupé Sport |
| Frame | not listed | Specialized Tarmac SL4 |
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