2018 Specialized Shiv Elite vs 2020 Cervélo P-Series
The 51 is the Cervélo P-Series size closest to your S Specialized Shiv Elite. 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 Cervélo P-Series
Compared with the Specialized Shiv Elite in S, the Cervélo P-Series in 51 places the top of the head tube 8 mm lower and 13 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- −8 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +13 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +2 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Chainstays
- +10 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Only the Specialized Shiv Elite is drawn. The Cervélo P-Series numbers we have for size 51 are missing the head angle and seat angle.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Shiv Elite S | Cervélo P-Series 51 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 385mm | 398 | +13 mm |
| Stack | 514mm | 506 | −8 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.5° | not listed | |
| Seat tube angle | 77° | not listed | |
| Effective top tube | 504mm | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 395mm | 405 | +10 mm |
| Wheelbase | 974mm | 976 | +2 mm |
| BB drop | 72mm | 75 | +3 mm |
| BB height | 258mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 772mm | 758 | −14 mm |
| Seat tube length | 525mm | not listed | |
| Fork length | 367mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 115mm | 101 | −14 mm |
Differences are the Cervélo P-Series minus the Specialized Shiv Elite. Full charts: 2018 Specialized Shiv Elite, 2020 Cervélo P-Series.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Shiv EliteCervélo P-Series
Each bike is ranked against the other triathlon 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 Shiv EliteElite | Cervélo P-Series |
|---|---|---|
| Derailleur | Shimano 105, Shimano 105 Ez | not listed |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 | not listed |
| Chain | KMC X11 EL | not listed |
| Crankset | Praxis Zayante | not listed |
| Chainring | Specialized fiber | not listed |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss R460 | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Turbo Pro | not listed |
| Brake | Specialized Shiv | not listed |
| Handlebar | Specialized Shiv | not listed |
| Seatpost | Specialized Shiv | not listed |
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