2013 Specialized Venge OSBB vs 2015 Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld
The 52 is the Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld size closest to your 52.0 Specialized Venge OSBB. 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 E5 Smartweld
Compared with the Specialized Venge OSBB in 52.0, the Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld in 52 places the top of the head tube 5 mm lower and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- −5 mm
- Lower front end
- 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 Venge OSBB, 52.0Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld, 52Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Venge OSBB 52.0 | Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld 52 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 385mm | 385mm | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 528mm | 523mm | −5 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73° | 73° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74° | ±0.0° |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 970mm | 970mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 766mm | 777mm | +11 mm |
| Seat tube length | 487mm | 480mm | −7 mm |
| Head tube length | 120mm | 120mm | ±0 mm |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 537mm | |
| BB drop | not listed | 71.5mm |
Differences are the Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld minus the Specialized Venge OSBB. Full charts: 2013 Specialized Venge OSBB, 2015 Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Venge OSBBSpecialized Allez E5 Smartweld
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 Venge OSBBS-Works OSBB | Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld |
|---|---|---|
| Seatpost | Specialized SW Venge FACT | not listed |
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