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Allez Junior
An aluminum frame endurance bike with mid-range components and tektro rim brakes.
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$800| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Fork | Aluminum |
| Wheels | 650c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 8 |
| Groupset | Claris |
| Brakes | Tektro Rim |
Summary
The Specialized Allez is celebrated as a versatile, entry-level endurance road bike that offers a solid and stable ride, comfortable geometry, and good value for money. Its aluminum frame paired with a full carbon fork provides a snappy and responsive ride, suitable for a wide range of riders from beginners to those looking for a reliable commuter or endurance bike. While it excels in comfort and versatility, some reviews note limitations in gear shifting smoothness and brake performance.
Versatile and budget-friendly
Comfortable riding position suitable for endurance
Solid and stable ride quality
Good value for money
Lightweight for its price category
Gear shifting can be clunky and noisy
Brake performance is often lacking
Slightly heavier than some competitors
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Specialized’s Allez costs a meager $750 but delivers all the cycling fun you could ever need.
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Jan 2019 · Philippe Tremblay
Slovakian Champion was racing without the rainbow stripes for the first time in three years at the Down Under Classic in Adelaide
Aug 2018 · Benjamin Topf
Raw aluminium, smart welds, and an aero seatpost. Can the € 1,799 Specialized Allez Sprint Comp do its stealth look justice in our practical tests?
Aug 2018 · Jack Elton-Walters
An excellent bike that belies its low price tag; a machine capable of year round riding from sportives to long days out and even crit races
Handles superbly
Looks great
Excellent value
Good for year round riding
The brakes are not good and should be replaced with Shimano
Possibly a 5* bike with proper callipers
Jul 2018 · Matt Jacobs
This do-it-all road bike is suitable for centuries, commuting, or carrying light loads
Jun 2018 · Stu Kerton
A more-rounded and versatile Allez without compromising fun, it's now a possible fast winter trainer too
Apr 2018 · Rupert Radley
The Specialized Allez Sprint Comp is the US brand's aluminium criterium bike that proved itself adept when ridden hard, fast or long
Versatile bike – can be ridden hard or far
Great looking
Narrow tyres
Weight
Feb 2018 · Nick Legan
An affordable, capable bike without any obvious Achilles heel. Buy if you’re a new cyclist or need a second (or third) bike on a budget
Fun on the cheap, snappy handling, good looks, a touch of practicality
Spend £200 / $200 more and you get even more performance
Oct 2016
The Specialized Allez DSW SL review is an absolute beast of a privateer racing machine: super-stiff, quick-handling, and a relatively good value, too.
| Frame | Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum, fully manipulated tubing w/ Smooth Welds, 1-1/8" lower bearing BB Standard: BSA, 68mm, Threaded |
|---|---|
| Fork | Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum, 1-1/8" alloy steerer |
| Bottom Bracket | BSA, square-taper, 68mm |
| Stem | Specialized, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise |
| Handlebar | Specialized Shallow Drop, 6061, 70x125mm, 31.8mm clamp |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Youth Performance, steel rails, synthetic leather |
| Seatpost | Alloy, 2-bolt clamp Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Nylon, 105x78x28mm, loose balls w/ reflectors |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Claris, 8-speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Claris, clamp-on |
| Crank | Forged alloy, square taper, 110 BCD, 36/22T |
| Shifters | microSHIFT R482, short reach, 8-speed |
| Cassette | SunRace, 8-speed, 11-32t |
| Chain | KMC X8 w/ Missing Link™, 8-speed |
| Brakes | Front: Tektro, alloy, dual-pivot, Rear: Tektro, alloy, dual-pivot Type: Tektro Rim |
| Rims | Front: Axis Sport Jr., Rear: Axis Sport Jr. |
|---|---|
| Tires | Front: Turbo Elite, 60 TPI, folding bead, BlackBelt protection, 650Cx23mm, Rear: Turbo Elite, 60 TPI, folding bead, BlackBelt protection, 650Cx23mm |
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Last updated November 6
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