What is specialized tarmac?
Specialized Tarmac Bikes The Tarmac takes your riding and racing to the next level with Specialized’s Rider-First Engineered design that ensures complete performance in every frame size alongside a monocoque chainstay design that enhances power transfer.
What is the weight of a Specialized Tarmac?
Low rolling resistance, incredible grip, and a supple ride in a handmade tire that weighs just 220 grams and features BlackBelt puncture protection.
Why is specialized tarmac so expensive?
Every part of a S-Works bike is delicate and it must be efficiently aligned with the other parts. Its frames, wheels and other parts must be in tune in order for it to be a great bike! That is why it is so expensive; any mistake in servicing it may bring down its value and usefulness.
Is Tarmac SL7 comfortable?
The Tarmac just handles so well – it feels fast, comfortable and lightweight despite the wheels, it’s at home on climbs, descents and on the flat and would be perfect for any type of road riding, whether racing, chaingangs, club runs or just riding fast for fun.
Where is the Specialized Tarmac made?
I believe all S-Works are made in the same factory in Taichung Taiwan.
Is Specialized Tarmac SL7 worth it?
Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL7: verdict Put simply, Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL7 is one of the best bikes I’ve ever ridden. It might not be suitable for most peoples’ commutes but it is lightning fast and responsive. Given the lashings of performance ladled on, it’s also surprisingly comfortable to ride.
What kind of bike is the 2014 Specialized s-Works Tarmac?
Specialized S-Works Tarmac 2014 Nibali Edition complete bike, equipped with Campagnolo 80th Anniversary edition. Frame: Specialized SL4 FACT 10r carbon, FACT construction, tapered/shaped headtube, compact race design, 1-3/8” lower bearing, OSBB
Who won the Tour de France 2014 with a specialized tarmac?
The original winner was Alberto Contador, he was also riding a Specialized Tarmac, but he lost his victory to Schleck due to doping). As always, there are plenty of build options for each Specialized Tarmac model in 2014.
How much does a tarmac bike cost?
The Tarmac range tops out at £9,000 with an S-Works frame dressed in Shimano Dura Ace Di2 9070, a Specialized FACT carbon crank, and Specialized Roval CLX 40 wheels, with Specialized-designed, DT-manufactured hubs rolling on ceramic bearings. The same build, but with Shimano Dura Ace 9000 mechanical shifting will cost £6,500.
When will the 2014 specialized MY2014 bikes be available in the UK?
The official UK launch date for all of the models in Specialized’s MY2014 portfolio is Friday August 2, 2013, and while the bikes are expected to filter into shops soon after, certain models won’t be available until November. We’ve been invited to Specialized’s UK headquarters and will bring you more news as it becomes available.