2018 Specialized Shiv Elite vs 2019 Cervélo P2 Base
We can't match sizes for these two: one of them has no stack and reach for the sizes shown.
What changes on the Cervélo P2 Base
- Frame stack
- −55 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Wheelbase
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Head angle
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Chainstays
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
The two frames
Only the Specialized Shiv Elite is drawn. The Cervélo P2 Base numbers we have for size 48 are missing the reach, head angle, seat angle, chainstay length and wheelbase.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Shiv Elite M | Cervélo P2 Base 48 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 405mm | not listed | |
| Stack | 540mm | 485 | −55 mm |
| Head tube angle | 72° | not listed | |
| Seat tube angle | 77° | not listed | |
| Effective top tube | 530mm | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 395mm | not listed | |
| Wheelbase | 993mm | not listed | |
| BB drop | 72mm | 80 | +8 mm |
| BB height | 258mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 797mm | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 551mm | not listed | |
| Fork length | 367mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 139mm | not listed |
Differences are the Cervélo P2 Base minus the Specialized Shiv Elite. Full charts: 2018 Specialized Shiv Elite, 2019 Cervélo P2 Base.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Shiv EliteCervélo P2 Base
AggressivePositionUpright
CalmSteeringQuick
PlayfulBalancePlanted
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 P2 Base |
|---|---|---|
| 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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