2015 Specialized Venge Elite vs 2017 Specialized Tarmac Torch Edition
The Specialized Tarmac Torch Edition size closest to your 54 is the 54. Compare the 54 instead
What changes on the Specialized Tarmac Torch Edition
Compared with the Specialized Venge Elite in 54, the Specialized Tarmac Torch Edition in 61 places the top of the head tube 68 mm higher and 22 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 35 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +68 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +22 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +35 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- +1.0°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Venge Elite, 54Specialized Tarmac Torch Edition, 61Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Venge Elite 54 | Specialized Tarmac Torch Edition 61 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 386mm | 408mm | +22 mm |
| Stack | 544mm | 612mm | +68 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73° | 74° | +1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 72.5° | −1.0° |
| Effective top tube | 548mm | 600mm | +52 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 410mm | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 978mm | 1013mm | +35 mm |
| BB drop | 69mm | 67.5mm | −2 mm |
| Standover | 789mm | 850mm | +61 mm |
| Seat tube length | 507mm | 553mm | +46 mm |
| Head tube length | 140mm | 210mm | +70 mm |
| BB height | not listed | 274mm | |
| Fork length | not listed | 368mm |
Differences are the Specialized Tarmac Torch Edition minus the Specialized Venge Elite. Full charts: 2015 Specialized Venge Elite, 2017 Specialized Tarmac Torch Edition.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Venge EliteSpecialized Tarmac Torch Edition
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 Tarmac Torch Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano 105 | not listed |
| Derailleur | Shimano 105 | not listed |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 | not listed |
| Chain | Shimano 105 | not listed |
| Crankset | Praxis TURN Zayante | not listed |
| Wheelset | Fulcrum S5 | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Turbo Elite | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano 105 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Specialized S-Works Aerofly | not listed |
| Seatpost | Specialized Venge | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Romin EVO Comp | not listed |
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