2011 Specialized

S-Works Tarmac SL3 Dura-Ace

A carbon frame race bike with ultra high-end components and rim brakes.
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FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain2 × 10
GroupsetDura-Ace
BrakesRim
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A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

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42 mph

S-Works Tarmac SL3 Dura-Ace

40 mph

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Reviews
Cycling Tips
Specialized Tarmac SL4 Pro Review

Dec 2012

At the end of this winter I found myself needing a good race bike. I spoke to Specialized about getting on one of their bikes, but I have to admit, I'd never ridden one of their newer road models; the Roubaix, Tarmac or Venge. I wasn't sure which one to choose but was fortunately given the opportunity to take each

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Cycling Weekly
Specialized Tarmac SL2

Dec 2012 · Kenny Pryde

We test the 2013 entry-level Specialized Tarmac with carbon-fibre SL2 frameset and Shimano Sora components, £1200

Highs
  • Great frame and fork package

  • Good ride quality

Lows
  • Not much

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Velo
Giro pro bike gallery: Roman Kreuziger’s Specialized Tarmac SL4

May 2012 · Caley Fretz

Roman Kreuziger is running the new SRAM Red, an interesting Corima wheelset and carbon bars at the Giro

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Bikerumor
Review: 2011 Specialized Tarmac Expert

Oct 2010

Every year bike companies come out with lighter, stiffer, faster and more comfortable bikes. It seems impossible to engineer something that has such opposite qualities, but stiffer and lighter, but still comfortable to ride, it the ultimate goal. With the 2011 Tarmac Expert Specialized has created a bike with an impressive mix of these qualities. …

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Tour Bikes You Can Own: Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL3

Aug 2010 · R BA

The Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL3 took the top two podium spots in the Tour de France. Now, it's available for you to own...

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Flanders tech: Cancellara's Specialized Tarmac SL3

Apr 2010 · William Tracy

Fabian Cancellara was obviously the strongest man in the Tour of Flanders, and his Specialized Tarmac SL3 was equally up to the task, despite one small technical difficulty.

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Cycling News
Specialized Tarmac Expert Compact | Cyclingnews.com

Apr 2009 · Cycling News

Race machine for the masses

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Specs
Build
Frame

S-Works SL3 FACT 11r, FACT IS construction, compact race design, 1-1/2"" lower HS bearing, carbon OSBB

Fork

Specialized FACT carbon full monocoque, OS race for 1-1/2"" bearing

Headset

1-1/8"" upper and 1-1/5"" lower Cr-Mo cartridge bearings integrated w/ headset, carbon 8mm cone spacer and 20mm of carbon spacers

Stem

S-Works 3D forged 7050 alloy w/ carbon-wrap top and front cap

Handlebar

S-Works SL Carbon, classic bend

Saddle

Body Geometry Romin Team w/ solid Ti rails

Seatpost

S-Works FACT carbon, 27.2mm

TypeRigid

Pedals

Black cage, body & toe clips w/ strap

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Dura-Ace

Front Derailleur

Shimano Dura-Ace

Crank

S-Works FACT carbon

Shifters

Shimano Dura-Ace STI, flight deck compatible

Cassette

Shimano Dura Ace, 10-speed, 11-27t

Chain

Shimano Dura-Ace

Brakes

Front: Shimano Dura-Ace, Rear: Shimano Dura-Ace

TypeRim

Brake Levers

Shimano Dura-Ace STI, flight deck compatible

Wheels
Rims

Front: Roval Rapide SL 45, Rear: Roval Rapide SL 45

Tires

Front: S-Works Turbo, 700x23c, Aramid bead, 220TPI w/ Black Belt protection, Rear: S-Works Turbo, 700x23c, Aramid bead, 220TPI w/ Black Belt protection

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