2019 Specialized Shiv TT vs 2020 Cervélo P-Series
The 54 is the Cervélo P-Series size closest to your L Specialized Shiv TT. 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 TT in L, the Cervélo P-Series in 54 places the top of the head tube 20 mm higher and 8 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- +20 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- −8 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- ±0 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Chainstays
- +15 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Only the Specialized Shiv TT is drawn. The Cervélo P-Series numbers we have for size 54 are missing the head angle and seat angle.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Shiv TT L | Cervélo P-Series 54 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 420mm | 412 | −8 mm |
| Stack | 502mm | 522 | +20 mm |
| Head tube angle | 72° | not listed | |
| Seat tube angle | 75.75° | not listed | |
| Effective top tube | 547mm | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 390mm | 405 | +15 mm |
| Wheelbase | 995mm | 995 | ±0 mm |
| BB drop | 72mm | 75 | +3 mm |
| BB height | 258mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 806mm | 773 | −33 mm |
| Seat tube length | 561mm | not listed | |
| Fork length | 367mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 100mm | 118 | +18 mm |
Differences are the Cervélo P-Series minus the Specialized Shiv TT. Full charts: 2019 Specialized Shiv TT, 2020 Cervélo P-Series.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Shiv TTCervélo 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 TTS-Works TT | Cervélo P-Series |
|---|---|---|
| Brake | Specialized Shiv | not listed |
| Handlebar | Specialized Aerobar | not listed |
| Seatpost | Specialized Shiv Team | not listed |
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