2014 Specialized Venge Elite vs 2015 Specialized Allez Elite
The 52 is the Specialized Allez Elite size closest to your 52.0 Specialized Venge Elite. 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 Elite
Compared with the Specialized Venge Elite in 52.0, the Specialized Allez Elite in 52 places the top of the head tube at about the same height and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 3 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +2 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- +2 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- +3 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Venge Elite, 52.0Specialized Allez Elite, 52Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Venge Elite 52.0 | Specialized Allez Elite 52 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 385mm | 387mm | +2 mm |
| Stack | 528mm | 530mm | +2 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73° | 73° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74° | ±0.0° |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 970mm | 973mm | +3 mm |
| Standover | 766mm | 747mm | −19 mm |
| Seat tube length | 487mm | 480mm | −7 mm |
| Head tube length | 120mm | 125mm | +5 mm |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 539mm | |
| BB drop | not listed | 71.5mm |
Differences are the Specialized Allez Elite minus the Specialized Venge Elite. Full charts: 2014 Specialized Venge Elite, 2015 Specialized Allez Elite.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Venge EliteSpecialized Allez 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 Venge EliteElite 105 | Specialized Allez EliteElite |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | Specialized Venge FACT | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano 105 | Shimano Tiagra |
| Derailleur | Shimano 105 | Shimano Tiagra |
| Cassette | Shimano Tiagra | Shimano Tiagra |
| Chain | KMC X10 | KMC X-10 |
| Crankset | FSA Gossamer Pro | Shimano Tiagra |
| Wheelset | Fulcrum S5 | Specialized AXIS Classic |
| Tire | Specialized Turbo Elite | Specialized Espoir Sport |
| Brake | Shimano 105 | Specialized Axis 1.0 |
| Handlebar | Specialized Tarmac | not listed |
| Stem | Specialized Expert Pro-Set | not listed |
| Seatpost | Specialized Venge | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Romin Evo | Specialized Toupé Sport |
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