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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| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 10 |
| Groupset | Dura-Ace |
| Brakes | Rim |
For This Bike
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
Dec 2012 · Kenny Pryde
We test the 2013 entry-level Specialized Tarmac with carbon-fibre SL2 frameset and Shimano Sora components, £1200
Great frame and fork package
Good ride quality
Not much
May 2012 · Caley Fretz
Roman Kreuziger is running the new SRAM Red, an interesting Corima wheelset and carbon bars at the Giro
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. …
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...
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.
Apr 2009 · Cycling News
Race machine for the masses
| 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 Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Black cage, body & toe clips w/ strap |
| 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 Type: Rim |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Dura-Ace STI, flight deck compatible |
| 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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