2018 Specialized Tarmac Sagan Superstar vs 2018 Specialized Venge Elite
The 61 is the Specialized Venge Elite size closest to your 61 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 Venge Elite
Compared with the Specialized Tarmac Sagan Superstar in 61, the Specialized Venge Elite in 61 places the top of the head tube at about the same height and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- ±0 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- −1 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- ±0 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Tarmac Sagan Superstar, 61Specialized Venge Elite, 61Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac Sagan Superstar 61 | Specialized Venge Elite 61 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 408mm | 407mm | −1 mm |
| Stack | 612mm | 612mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube angle | 74° | 74° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73° | 72.5° | −0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 595mm | 600mm | +5 mm |
| Chainstay length | 410mm | 410mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1012mm | 1012mm | ±0 mm |
| BB drop | 72mm | 68mm | −4 mm |
| BB height | 268mm | 274mm | +6 mm |
| Standover | 850mm | 860mm | +10 mm |
| Seat tube length | 553mm | 577mm | +24 mm |
| Fork length | 363mm | 368mm | +5 mm |
| Head tube length | 210mm | 210mm | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Venge Elite minus the Specialized Tarmac Sagan Superstar. Full charts: 2018 Specialized Tarmac Sagan Superstar, 2018 Specialized Venge Elite.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Tarmac Sagan SuperstarSpecialized Venge 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 Venge EliteElite |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL6 | not listed |
| Shifter | not listed | Shimano 105 |
| Derailleur | not listed | Shimano 105 Ez, Shimano 105 |
| Cassette | not listed | Shimano 105 |
| Chain | not listed | KMC X11 EL |
| Crankset | not listed | Praxis Zayante |
| Chainring | not listed | Specialized 7075-T6 |
| Wheelset | not listed | DT Swiss R460 |
| Tire | not listed | Specialized S-Works Turbo |
| Brake | not listed | Shimano 105 |
| Handlebar | not listed | Specialized S-Works Aerofly |
| Seatpost | not listed | Specialized Venge |
| Saddle | not listed | Specialized Power Comp |
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