2014 Specialized Venge Expert vs 2012 Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact
The 520.0 is the Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact size closest to your 52.0 Specialized Venge Expert. 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 Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact
Compared with the Specialized Venge Expert in 52.0, the Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact in 520.0 places the top of the head tube at about the same height and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- −2 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 Venge Expert, 52.0Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact, 520.0Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Venge Expert 52.0 | Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact 520.0 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 385mm | 386mm | +1 mm |
| Stack | 528mm | 526mm | −2 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 | 755mm | −11 mm |
| Seat tube length | 487mm | 490mm | +3 mm |
| Head tube length | 120mm | 120mm | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact minus the Specialized Venge Expert. Full charts: 2014 Specialized Venge Expert, 2012 Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Venge ExpertSpecialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact
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 ExpertExpert Ultegra | Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-CompactExpert Mid-Compact |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | Specialized Venge FACT | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano Ultegra |
| Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano Ultegra |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano 105 |
| Chain | Shimano Ultegra | KMC |
| Crankset | FSA SL-K | FSA SL-K Light |
| Wheelset | Roval Rapide SL 35 | Fulcrum Racing 4 |
| Tire | Specialized Turbo Pro | Specialized Roubaix Elite Armadillo |
| Brake | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano Ultegra |
| Handlebar | Specialized Tarmac Expert | Specialized Shallow Drop |
| Stem | Specialized Expert Pro-Set | Specialized CompSet |
| Seatpost | Specialized Venge | Specialized Comp |
| Saddle | Specialized Romin Evo Expert | Specialized Ruby Gel |
| Frame | not listed | Specialized FACT 10r |
| Chainring | not listed | FSA SL-K Light |
| Headset | not listed | Specialized Integrated |
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