2019 Specialized Tarmac SL6 Disc Mixtape LTD vs 2021 Specialized Aethos
The 58 is the Specialized Aethos size closest to your 58 Specialized Tarmac SL6 Disc Mixtape LTD. 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 Aethos
Compared with the Specialized Tarmac SL6 Disc Mixtape LTD in 58, the Specialized Aethos in 58 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
- ±0 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 SL6 Disc Mixtape LTD, 58Specialized Aethos, 58Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac SL6 Disc Mixtape LTD 58 | Specialized Aethos 58 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 402mm | 402mm | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 591mm | 591mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 577mm | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 410mm | 410mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1005mm | 1005mm | ±0 mm |
| BB drop | 72mm | 72mm | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 268mm | 268mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 826mm | 796mm | −30 mm |
| Seat tube length | 522mm | 532mm | +10 mm |
| Fork length | 363mm | 369mm | +6 mm |
| Head tube length | 190mm | 184mm | −6 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Aethos minus the Specialized Tarmac SL6 Disc Mixtape LTD. Full charts: 2019 Specialized Tarmac SL6 Disc Mixtape LTD, 2021 Specialized Aethos.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Tarmac SL6 Disc Mixtape LTDSpecialized Aethos
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 SL6 Disc Mixtape LTD | Specialized AethosAethos Frameset |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | not listed | Specialized Aethos FACT |
| Seatpost | not listed | Roval Alpinist |
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