2013 Specialized Venge OSBB vs 2011 Specialized Tarmac SL3
We can't match sizes for these two: one of them has no stack and reach for the sizes shown.
What changes on the Specialized Tarmac SL3
- Frame stack
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Frame reach
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Wheelbase
- −35 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −1.0°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −5 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Only the Specialized Venge OSBB is drawn. The Specialized Tarmac SL3 numbers we have for size 54 are missing the reach and stack.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Venge OSBB 61.0 | Specialized Tarmac SL3 54 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 407mm | not listed | |
| Stack | 614mm | not listed | |
| Head tube angle | 74° | 73° | −1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 72.5° | 73.5° | +1.0° |
| Chainstay length | 410mm | 405mm | −5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1013mm | 978mm | −35 mm |
| Standover | 860mm | 777mm | −83 mm |
| Seat tube length | 577mm | 510mm | −67 mm |
| Head tube length | 210mm | 145mm | −65 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Tarmac SL3 minus the Specialized Venge OSBB. Full charts: 2013 Specialized Venge OSBB, 2011 Specialized Tarmac SL3.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Venge OSBBSpecialized Tarmac SL3
AggressivePositionUpright
CalmSteeringQuick
PlayfulBalancePlanted
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 Tarmac SL3S-Works |
|---|---|---|
| Seatpost | Specialized SW Venge FACT | not listed |
| Frame | not listed | Specialized S-Works SL3 FACT |
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