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Allez Elite
An aluminum frame endurance bike with upper mid-range components and axis rim brakes.
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$1,600| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | 105 |
| Brakes | Axis Rim |
Summary
The Specialized Allez is praised for its comfortable geometry, smooth and lively ride quality, and beginner-friendly design, making it a solid choice for entry-level and commuter cyclists. It offers a good balance of performance and value, with a stiff rear end that excels on hilly terrain. However, it has some limitations like tight clearances for mudguards and underwhelming brakes for all-weather riding.
Comfortable geometry
Smooth, lively ride
Beginner-friendly design
Good balance of performance and value
Stiff rear end for enjoyable hilly terrain
Limited tyre clearance
Underwhelming brakes for all-weather riding
Tight clearances for mudguards
Non-tubeless-compatible rims
Basic wheels
The Specialized Allez Sport is an entry-level alloy road bike aimed at beginner and commuter cyclists.
CyclistThe Specialized Allez has been a go-to entry-level for new riders for years as it consistently offers a good balance of performance and value.
BikeRadarFor general road riding, though, it’s a sound choice and a great introduction to cycling.
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Jul 2022 · Leon Poultney
The latest Specialized Allez Sprint Comp features an aluminium frame that’s as aerodynamically efficient as its carbon road race. But is it any
Tidy looks
Sharp handling
Clever welding
Average wheelset
Heavier than carbon
It’s expensive
Apr 2022 · Will Jones
The Allez Sprint represents a compelling race-ready chassis, with excellent handling, though it could come specced with wider tyres from factory
Fantastic handling
Efficient power transfer
Aerodynamic alloy frame
The included 26c tyres are too narrow for the frame stiffness
Bottle cage bolts rounded off at first use
Mar 2022 · William Tracy
The all new Allez Sprint gets even faster and stiffer than its predecessor, setting the bar for Specialized Alloy
Mar 2020 · Simon Withers
Pretty much the perfect all-round road bike for a wide range of riders
Great frameset, very good tubeless-ready wheels, versatile all-round endurance geometry
The brakes aren’t the equal of 105, heavier than some, but that’s it
Apr 2019 · Rupert Radley
The Specialized Allez is a versatile entry-level bike with a great ride quality and the potential to be upgraded
Superb quality frame
Confidence and stable ride
Shimano Claris hoods are very comfortable
Full carbon fork
Wide ratio cassette means clunky shifting
Budget brakes
Sluggish wheels
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
| Frame | Specialized E5 Premium Aluminum, fully manipulated tubing w/ SmoothWelds, 1-1/8"- 1-3/8" tapered head tube, internal cable routing, threaded BB, 130mm spacing BB Standard: BSA, 68mm, Threaded Colors: Gloss Green Tint-Silver Base / Silver/carbon; Gloss Ice Yellow / Dove Grey; Satin Black / Blue Reflective/clean |
|---|---|
| Fork | Specialized FACT carbon, 1-1/8" to 1-3/8" taper, fender eyelets |
| Bottom Bracket | Praxis 68mm BSA |
| Stem | Specialized, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise |
| Handlebar | Specialized Shallow Drop, 6061, 70x125mm, 31.8mm clamp |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Bridge Saddle, steel rails |
| Seatpost | Alloy, 2-bolt Clamp, 12mm offset, 27.2mm, anti-corrosion hardware Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano 105 R7000 GS, medium cage, 11-speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano 105 |
| Crank | Praxis Alba, 50/34T |
| Shifters | Shimano 105 R7000, 11-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano 105, 11-speed, 11-32t |
| Chain | KMC X11 Extra Lightweight, 11-speed |
| Brakes | Front: Axis 1.0 caliper, Rear: Axis 1.0 caliper Type: Axis Rim |
| Rims | Front: DT R460, sealed cartridge hubs, 14g spokes, 20h, Rear: DT R460, sealed cartridge hubs, 14g spokes, 24h |
|---|---|
| Tires | Front: RoadSport, 700x26mm, Rear: RoadSport, 700x26mm |
First added March 26
Last updated March 29
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