2018 Specialized Tarmac Sagan Superstar vs 2016 Specialized Allez DSW Elite
The 49.0 is the Specialized Allez DSW Elite size closest to your 49 Specialized Tarmac Sagan Superstar. 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 DSW Elite
Compared with the Specialized Tarmac Sagan Superstar in 49, the Specialized Allez DSW Elite in 49.0 places the top of the head tube 9 mm higher and 5 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 3 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +9 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +5 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +3 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- +0.5°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Tarmac Sagan Superstar, 49Specialized Allez DSW Elite, 49.0Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac Sagan Superstar 49 | Specialized Allez DSW Elite 49.0 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 375mm | 380 | +5 mm |
| Stack | 514mm | 523 | +9 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.75° | 72.25 | +0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 75.5° | 75.5 | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 508mm | 515 | +7 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405 | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 968mm | 971 | +3 mm |
| BB drop | 74mm | 72 | −2 mm |
| BB height | 266mm | 271 | +5 mm |
| Standover | 740mm | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 431mm | 460 | +29 mm |
| Fork length | 363mm | 368 | +5 mm |
| Head tube length | 115mm | 120 | +5 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Allez DSW Elite minus the Specialized Tarmac Sagan Superstar. Full charts: 2018 Specialized Tarmac Sagan Superstar, 2016 Specialized Allez DSW Elite.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Tarmac Sagan SuperstarSpecialized Allez DSW 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 Sagan SuperstarS-Works Sagan Superstar | Specialized Allez DSW EliteDSW Elite |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL6 | not listed |
| Fork | not listed | Specialized FACT carbon |
| 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 |
| Handlebar | not listed | Specialized Shallow Drop |
| Stem | not listed | Specialized 3D-Forged Alloy |
| Bar tape | not listed | Specialized S-Wrap |
| Seatpost | not listed | Specialized Sport |
| Saddle | not listed | Specialized Toupé Sport |
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