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Allez Elite
An aluminum frame endurance bike with upper mid-range components and axis rim brakes.
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$1,700| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | Rival |
| Brakes | Axis Rim |
Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.
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The Specialized Allez is praised for its versatile endurance geometry, offering a comfortable and stable ride suitable for both new and experienced riders. Its ability to accommodate wider tires and mounts for mudguards and racks enhances its utility for commuting and long-distance rides. While the frame is lightweight and stiff for efficient power transfer, some reviews note that the stock wheels and tires could be improved for better performance.
Versatile endurance geometry
Comfortable and stable ride
Wide tire clearance and rack mounts
Lightweight and stiff frame
Good value for money
Stock wheels and tires could be improved
Heavier weight affects climbing performance
Increased price compared to previous models
The Allez Sport is great for weekend rides, commutes and even some light gravel.
BikeRadarThe performance, however, is beyond entry-level.
BikerumorIt's a versatile bike that can tackle the long weekend club ride with its comfortable geometry and the weekday commute with its mudguard mounts.
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Jul 2023 · Stu Kerton
Versatile road bike with flattering handling and a very comfortable ride
Geometry is well balanced
Decent spec for the money
Impressive comfort
Tyres are quite 'dead' feeling
May 2023 · Jordan Villella
The Specialized Allez alloy road bike has been a brand staple for years, and is an affordable mainstay at dealers around the globe...
May 2023 · Josh Croxton
Entry-level done well, with a poised geometry, 35mm tyre clearance, full fender and rack mounts at a price that doesn't break the bank
Easy to maintain and cheap to service with externally routed cockpit and non-proprietary parts
Tubeless-ready wheels
Mudguard mounts
Good tyre clearance
Reasonable weight for pricepoint
Newly adjusted geometry will need considering
Aesthetically underwhelming
May 2023 · Paul Norman
The 2023 Specialized Allez road bike has increased tyre clearance of 35mm and disc brakes. It’s competent for recreational riding
35mm tyre clearance
Comfortable ride
Easy handling
Still-affordable price
Lacklustre wheels and tyres
Significantly more expensive than its predecessor or the base model Allez
May 2023 · Dave Rome
Specialized has overhauled its entry-level road bike offerings.
A zero-fuss aluminium frame that rides
Handles
And fits well. Room for 35 mm tyres. Can take fenders and a rack. Sensible component choices with no obvious flaws. Easy to service. A bike worthy of upgrading.
Disc brakes make entry-level road bikes heavy. Limited to low-level specifications. Like everything
Even entry-level bikes are more expensive than ever.
May 2023 · Will Tracy
The venerable road model bids farewell to rim brakes, and proves there’s plenty of life and performance yet to be gleaned from alloy.
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
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
| 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: Satin Black / Gloss Black; Gloss Cast Blue / Flake Silver/carbon; Gloss Smoke / Ice Papaya/carbon |
|---|---|
| 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 | SRAM Rival 22, 11-speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | SRAM Rival 22, clamp-on |
| Crank | Praxis Alba, 50/34T |
| Shifters | SRAM Rival 22 |
| Cassette | SunRace, 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 28
Last updated January 31
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