2011 Specialized Roubaix SL vs 2010 Specialized Tarmac SL3
We can't match sizes for these two: one of them has no stack and reach for the sizes shown.
What changes on the Specialized Tarmac SL3
- Frame stack
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Frame reach
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Wheelbase
- −10 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- +1.0°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- −7 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
We can't draw these frames yet. The Specialized Roubaix SL numbers we have for size 49 are missing the reach and stack. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Roubaix SL 49 | Specialized Tarmac SL3 54 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head tube angle | 72° | 73° | +1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 75.5° | 73.5° | −2.0° |
| Chainstay length | 412mm | 405mm | −7 mm |
| Wheelbase | 983mm | 973mm | −10 mm |
| Standover | 730mm | 777mm | +47 mm |
| Seat tube length | 445mm | 510mm | +65 mm |
| Head tube length | 125mm | 145mm | +20 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Tarmac SL3 minus the Specialized Roubaix SL. Full charts: 2011 Specialized Roubaix SL, 2010 Specialized Tarmac SL3.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Roubaix SLSpecialized Tarmac SL3
CalmSteeringQuick
PlayfulBalancePlanted
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 Roubaix SL | Specialized Tarmac SL3S-Works |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | not listed | Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL3 FACT |
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