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Roubaix Sport
A carbon frame endurance bike with upper mid-range components and tektro mechanical disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price
$2,200| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | 105 |
| Brakes | Tektro Mechanical Disc |
5'1" – 5'5"
5'3" – 5'7"
5'5" – 5'9"
5'7" – 6'0"
5'10" – 6'2"
6'0" – 6'4"
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Summary
The Specialized Roubaix is celebrated for its innovative Future Shock suspension system, offering a smooth ride over rough terrain and cobbles, while maintaining a race-ready stiffness and efficiency. Its versatility and comfort make it a standout in the endurance category, though some reviews note a harsh rear end and the system's lack of damping as drawbacks. The bike's design and technology aim to blend speed with comfort, making it a favorite for long rides and challenging surfaces.
Innovative Future Shock suspension for smooth ride over rough terrain
Light and stiff frame suitable for racing
Versatile for various weather conditions and terrains
Comfortable on rough roads and cobbles
Fast and efficient on smooth pavement
Future Shock lacks damping, leading to handlebar bounce
Rear end can feel harsh
Not the most puncture-resistant tires
Slightly aero tube shaping can cause side push in strong winds
Specialized had met its goal of crafting a bike that tames the road, offers up grand control, and will possibly give Specialized-sponsored riders another shot at glory while delivering a safer, more secure ride to consumers.Bicycling
The bike simply felt fast on the first cobblestone section, smoothly flying over the pavé at speed.
BikerumorThe new Future Shock feels controlled.
Cycling TipsIt’s the Holy Grail of endurance bike design, right?
VeloNewsFeedback?
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Dec 2023 · Mat Brett
The three-time world champion – who just bowed out of his ultra-successful road racing career – won over the Paris-Roubaix cobbles with disc brakes and mechanical Shimano Dura-Ace components
Oct 2019 · Cycling Weekly
The 2019 Specialized S-Works Roubaix has a new look, a new direction and a faster ride, is it better?
Fast ride
Relatively comfortable up front
Capable on multi terrain
Rear end is harsh
Jun 2019 · Warren Rossiter
Future Shock works on an axial path: up and down like a telescopic mountain bike fork.. .
Class-leading compliance and superb handling
Pricey compared to its rivals
Apr 2019 · Veronika Benson
At the peak of the Spring Classics, we had the chance to put Specialized’s all-new Future Shock 2.0 front suspension Roubaix endurance road bike to a true test on the bergs, pavé & wind swept roads that define those iconic one-day races. While the Roubaix certainly proved its mettle with Phillipe Gilbert winning Paris-Roubaix on …
Apr 2019 · Dave Rome
“Lighter than our Venge and more aero than our Tarmac.” That’s an attractive statement for anyone seeking a new race bike. In this case, it applies to Specialized’s all-new Roubaix, the company’s long-standing endurance platform. Announced just in time for its namesake race, the new Roubaix retains and improves on a number of the platform’s […]
Apr 2019 · Brittany Jones
Specialized introduces a new Roubaix, with revamped Future Shock technology, better aerodynamics, and women's-specific components.
Mar 2018 · Joe Robinson
Supremely comfortable but not as puncture resistant as hoped, still a bargain
Comfortable
Good grip in the wet
Easy to get on the wheel
Not the most puncture-resistant
| Frame | Specialized FACT 9r carbon, Endurance Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, 12x142mm thru-axle, Future Shock suspension, 20mm of travel, flat disc mounts |
|---|---|
| Fork | Specialized FACT carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle |
| Stem | Specialized, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise |
| Handlebar | Specialized Comp Hover Bar, 6061 alloy, 70x125mm w/ Di2 hole |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Toupé Sport, steel rails, 143mm |
| Seatpost | Specialized Comp carbon, single bolt Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Nylon, 105x78x28mm, loose balls w/ reflectors |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano 105, 11-speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano 105 Ez, braze-on |
| Crank | Praxis Alba 2D, 50/34T |
| Shifters | Shimano 105 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105, 11-speed, 11-32t |
| Chain | KMC X11EL, 11-speed w/ Missing Link™ |
| Brakes | Front: Tektro Spyre, flat mount, mechanical disc, Rear: Tektro Spyre, flat mount, mechanical disc Type: Tektro Mechanical Disc |
| Rims | Front: Axis Sport Disc, Rear: Axis Sport Disc |
|---|---|
| Tires | Front: Turbo Pro, 60 TPI, folding bead, BlackBelt protection, 700x28mm, Rear: Turbo Pro, 60 TPI, folding bead, BlackBelt protection, 700x28mm |
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Last updated November 6
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