2019 Specialized Roubaix Expert vs 2021 Specialized Turbo Creo SL Comp E5
The L is the Specialized Turbo Creo SL Comp E5 size closest to your 56 Specialized Roubaix Expert. 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 Turbo Creo SL Comp E5
Compared with the Specialized Roubaix Expert in 56, the Specialized Turbo Creo SL Comp E5 in L places the top of the head tube 4 mm higher and 3 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 27 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +4 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +3 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +27 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +12 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Roubaix Expert, 56Specialized Turbo Creo SL Comp E5, LDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Roubaix Expert 56 | Specialized Turbo Creo SL Comp E5 L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 381mm | 384mm | +3 mm |
| Stack | 611mm | 615mm | +4 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73.5° | 73° | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 561.8mm | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 415mm | 427mm | +12 mm |
| Wheelbase | 993mm | 1020mm | +27 mm |
| BB drop | 76mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 785mm | 782mm | −3 mm |
| Seat tube length | 501mm | 502.5mm | +2 mm |
| Head tube length | 150mm | 185.5mm | +36 mm |
| Fork length | not listed | 390mm |
Differences are the Specialized Turbo Creo SL Comp E5 minus the Specialized Roubaix Expert. Full charts: 2019 Specialized Roubaix Expert, 2021 Specialized Turbo Creo SL Comp E5.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Roubaix ExpertSpecialized Turbo Creo SL Comp E5
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 ExpertExpert | Specialized Turbo Creo SL Comp E5SL Comp E5 |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano Ultegra Di2 | Shimano GRX RX600 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra R8050 Di2 | Shimano GRX RX812 GX |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra | not listed |
| Chain | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano HG601 |
| Crankset | Shimano Ultegra R8000 | Praxis Forged/M30 |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano Ultegra | not listed |
| Wheelset | Roval C38 | DT Swiss R470 Boost |
| Tire | Specialized Turbo Pro | Specialized Turbo Pro |
| Brake | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano GRX RX400 |
| Handlebar | Specialized Expert Hover | Specialized Hover |
| Seatpost | Specialized S-Works CG-R | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Phenom Expert | Specialized Power Sport |
| Fork | not listed | Specialized Future Shock 1.5 |
| Battery | not listed | Specialized SL1-320 |
| Stem | not listed | Specialized Future |
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