2017 Specialized Tarmac Pro vs 2015 Specialized Allez Elite
The 61 is the Specialized Allez Elite size closest to your 64 Specialized Tarmac Pro. 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 Allez Elite
Compared with the Specialized Tarmac Pro in 64, the Specialized Allez Elite in 61 places the top of the head tube 5 mm lower and 13 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 3 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −5 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −13 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −3 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Tarmac Pro, 64Specialized Allez Elite, 61Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac Pro 64 | Specialized Allez Elite 61 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 415mm | 402mm | −13 mm |
| Stack | 636mm | 631mm | −5 mm |
| Head tube angle | 74° | 74° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 72.5° | 72.5° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 621mm | 601mm | −20 mm |
| Chainstay length | 410mm | 410mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1016mm | 1013mm | −3 mm |
| BB drop | 67.5mm | 67.5mm | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 274.5mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 850mm | 844mm | −6 mm |
| Seat tube length | 584mm | 570mm | −14 mm |
| Fork length | 368mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 235mm | 230mm | −5 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Allez Elite minus the Specialized Tarmac Pro. Full charts: 2017 Specialized Tarmac Pro, 2015 Specialized Allez Elite.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Tarmac ProSpecialized Allez Elite
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 Tarmac ProPro | Specialized Allez EliteElite |
|---|---|---|
| Bottom bracket | Praxis 6806 | not listed |
| Shifter | not listed | Shimano Tiagra |
| Derailleur | not listed | Shimano Tiagra |
| Cassette | not listed | Shimano Tiagra |
| Chain | not listed | KMC X-10 |
| Crankset | not listed | Shimano Tiagra |
| Wheelset | not listed | Specialized AXIS Classic |
| Tire | not listed | Specialized Espoir Sport |
| Brake | not listed | Specialized Axis 1.0 |
| Saddle | not listed | Specialized Toupé Sport |
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