2017 Specialized Tarmac Pro vs 2015 Specialized Allez Elite
The Specialized Allez Elite size closest to your 56 is the 56. Compare the 56 instead
What changes on the Specialized Allez Elite
Compared with the Specialized Tarmac Pro in 56, the Specialized Allez Elite in 61 places the top of the head tube 67 mm higher and 7 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 27 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +67 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +7 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +27 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- +0.5°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Tarmac Pro, 56Specialized Allez Elite, 61Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac Pro 56 | Specialized Allez Elite 61 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 395mm | 402mm | +7 mm |
| Stack | 564mm | 631mm | +67 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73.5° | 74° | +0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.25° | 72.5° | −0.8° |
| Effective top tube | 565mm | 601mm | +36 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 410mm | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 986mm | 1013mm | +27 mm |
| BB drop | 69mm | 67.5mm | −2 mm |
| BB height | 272.5mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 795mm | 844mm | +49 mm |
| Seat tube length | 501mm | 570mm | +69 mm |
| Fork length | 368mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 160mm | 230mm | +70 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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