2012 Specialized Roubaix Compact vs 2013 Trek Domane 6.2 WSD (Compact)

What changes on the Trek Domane 6.2 WSD (Compact)

Compared with the Specialized Roubaix Compact in 560.0, the Trek Domane 6.2 WSD (Compact) in 52 places the top of the head tube 28 mm lower and 16 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 7 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.

Frame stack

−28 mm

Lower front end

Frame reach

−16 mm

Shorter frame reach

Wheelbase

−7 mm

Shorter: quicker to change direction

Head angle

−1.2°

Slacker: calmer steering

Chainstays

+5 mm

Longer: more planted

The two frames

Only the Specialized Roubaix Compact is drawn. The Trek Domane 6.2 WSD (Compact) numbers we have for size 52 are missing the seat angle.

Geometry side by side

Differences are the Trek Domane 6.2 WSD (Compact) minus the Specialized Roubaix Compact. Full charts: 2012 Specialized Roubaix Compact, 2013 Trek Domane 6.2 WSD (Compact).

Where each sits in its class

Specialized Roubaix CompactTrek Domane 6.2 WSD (Compact)

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.