2019 Specialized Shiv TT vs 2020 Cervélo P-Series
The Cervélo P-Series size closest to your S is the 51. Compare the 51 instead
What changes on the Cervélo P-Series
Compared with the Specialized Shiv TT in S, the Cervélo P-Series in 56 places the top of the head tube 38 mm higher and 35 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 50 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +38 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +35 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +50 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- 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 56 are missing the head angle and seat angle.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Shiv TT S | Cervélo P-Series 56 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 390mm | 425 | +35 mm |
| Stack | 502mm | 540 | +38 mm |
| Head tube angle | 72° | not listed | |
| Seat tube angle | 74.5° | not listed | |
| Effective top tube | 529mm | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 390mm | 405 | +15 mm |
| Wheelbase | 965mm | 1015 | +50 mm |
| BB drop | 72mm | 75 | +3 mm |
| BB height | 258mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 806mm | 790 | −16 mm |
| Seat tube length | 565mm | not listed | |
| Fork length | 367mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 100mm | 137 | +37 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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