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Allez E5 Smartweld Frameset
An aluminum frame race frameset.
| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c |
5'1" – 5'5"
5'3" – 5'7"
5'5" – 5'9"
5'7" – 6'0"
5'10" – 6'2"
6'0" – 6'4"
🐐 Estimated
Summary
The Specialized Allez is celebrated for its high-quality construction, offering a blend of performance and comfort that belies its aluminum frame. Reviews highlight its sporty handling, excellent build quality, and versatility, making it a standout in its category. While some note minor stiffness issues under hard efforts, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, praising its value and ride quality.
High-quality construction with innovative frame technology
Sporty handling and superb cornering manners
Excellent value for money
Versatile for both racing and casual rides
Comfortable ride quality with effective road buzz damping
Bottom bracket stiffness could improve under hard efforts
Some builds may require wheel upgrades for optimal performance
Limited availability for certain models
The wheels are the star of the show here.Bicycling
Things have come a long way since then and riding this aluminium S-Works Allez showed me that you can’t judge a bike’s comfort just by looking at what it’s made of.
Cycling TipsWith £1,000 to spend on a sporty all-rounder, frankly, we can’t think of a better way to blow it.
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Aug 2015 · Ron Koch
A value priced performance bike with all the right moves
Mar 2014 · R BA
Neil pulls an upset with a Gran Fondo win on aluminum
Jan 2014 · Nigel Wynn
Ever since its launch way back in 1981, Specialized’s now ubiquitous Allez has garnered quite a reputation over the past 32 years. Widely regarded as the benchmark when it comes to affordable alloy, the long-running success of the Allez can be attributed to many things, not least an attractive price tag
Mar 2013
There's a common misconception that aluminium frames are associated with "harshness". I remember my first aluminium bike -- a 1990 Cannondale R600. It had an aluminium fork and was stiff and harsh as could be, but it was the bees-knees at the time. Things have come a long way since then and riding this aluminium
Mar 2012 · Mat Brett
Reliable, value-packed road bike that puts in a strong performance across the board. Certainly one to consider seriously at this price
| Frame | Specialized E5 Premium Aluminum w/ Smartweld technology, hydroformed aluminum tubing, 1-3/8"" lower bearing, OSBB |
|---|---|
| Fork | Specialized Tarmac, FACT carbon full monocoque, carbon steerer/crown for 1-3/8"" lower bearing |
| Bottom Bracket | OSBB |
| Headset | 1-1/8"" upper and 1-3/8"" lower Cr-Mo cartridge bearings integrated w/ headset, 8mm cone spacer, w/ 20mm of spacers |
| Seatpost | Specialized Sport, alloy, 2-bolt, 27.2mm Type: Rigid |
First added July 9
Last updated July 9
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