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Roubaix SL8 Expert
A carbon frame endurance bike with upper mid-range components and sram rival hydraulic disc brakes.
Manufacturer Price
$5,499| Weight | 19.0 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | Rival AXS |
| Brakes | SRAM Rival Hydraulic Disc |
Summary
The Specialized Roubaix is celebrated for its exceptional comfort and smooth ride quality, making it a standout in the endurance category. Its Future Shock suspension system is frequently praised for effectively absorbing road vibrations, enhancing rider comfort over long distances and rough terrain. While it offers versatility with features like wide tire clearance and additional mounting options, some reviews note its higher price point and aesthetic as potential drawbacks.
Exceptional comfort and smooth ride quality
Advanced Future Shock suspension system
Wide tire clearance up to 40mm
Versatile with additional mounting options
Lightweight for an endurance bike
Higher price point
Awkward aesthetic
Less stiffness compared to race-focused bikes
Adjustable Future Shock only on top models
Not the lightest in its category
It was the most comfortable road bike he’d ever ridden.
CyclistThe Future Shock is the highlight of a very impressive package.
BikeRadarIt’s hard to convey just how stupidly smooth the front end of the new Roubaix SL8 is.
Escape CollectiveThe Roubaix is smoothing out Roubaix to an extent that I hadn’t fully appreciated before.
Gran Fondo MagazineThe Roubaix SL8's smooth ride sets it apart.
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Jun 2025 · Josh Ross
Review: If you prefer unpaved roads to paved, the Specialized Roubaix SL8 Pro is the all-road bike that makes the most sense.
Sep 2024 · Suvi Loponen
Sublimely smooth bike that is capable, versatile and comfortable without compromising performance
True all-road bike with 40mm tyre clearance and mudguard mounts
Smooth ride quality
Threaded BB
No internal headset cable routing
Compatible with mechanical and electronic drivetrains
Adjustable Future Shock only on top models
May 2024 · Nils Hofmeister
How will the world’s most relaxed road bike cope at the Hell of the North? Riding the Specialized Roubaix at Roubaix.
May 2024 · James Huang
The latest iteration of Specialized’s endurance road bike, updated with a more refined suspension cartridge and lighter-weight chassis.
The new Future Shock 3.3 cartridge finally performs the way it should
Wonderfully light and efficient-feeling frame
Excellent tire clearance
Generous mounting options
No-compromise build kit
No headset cable routing
Still compatible with mechanical drivetrains.
Ride quality can still be imbalanced front-to-rear
Goofy headset adjustment procedure
Sky-high stack height
Not exactly the prettiest thing.
Jan 2024 · James Spender
This is generation seven of the Specialized Roubaix, a platform that debuted in 2004. Great fact, I know, but in
Exceptionally smooth ride
Tuneable suspension
Now with mudguard and top tube bag mounts
40mm tyre clearance
Suspension components add weight
Hoses routed externally
No adjuster dial for suspension at this spec level
Nov 2023 · Warren Rossiter
The Roubaix is versatile with a smooth ride and swift handling, but it's very much an all-road bike rather than a pure road bike
Smooth, comfortable ride position
Swift steering
Ride can feel unbalanced
Better value available elsewhere
Sep 2023 · Tyler Benedict
The latest cobble crushing Roubaix gives you more tire clearance, a lighter frame, upgraded Future Shock suspension, and better aerodynamics.
Sep 2023 · Tom Wieckowski
The Roubaix platform has received further refinement and the Future Shock in particular feels better than ever
The Future Shock 3.0 feels plusher and is more adjustable
Stiff, performance-focused frame and ride feel
Power meter chainset as standard
Some riders may desire a lower front-end
| Frame | FACT 10R, Rider First Engineered™ (RFE), FreeFoil Shape Library tubes, threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc BB Standard: BSA, 68mm, Threaded Tire Clearance: 40c Colors: Gloss Sea Foam / Violet / Pearl; Satin Copper / Smoke |
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| Fork | Future Shock 3.2 w/ Smooth Boot, FACT Carbon 12x100mm, thru-axle, flat-mount disc |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB BSA |
| Stem | Future Stem Pro |
| Handlebar | Specialized Hover Expert, Alloy, 125mm Drop, 75mm Reach w/Di2 Hole |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Power Expert |
| Seatpost | S-Works Pave Seat post Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Rival eTAP AXS, 12-speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | SRAM Rival eTAP AXS, 12-speed |
| Crank | SRAM Rival AXS w/Power, 12-speed, 46/33T |
| Shifters | SRAM Rival eTAP AXS, 12-speed |
| Cassette | SRAM XG 1250, 10-36T |
| Chain | SRAM Rival, 12-Speed |
| Brakes | Front: SRAM Rival Hydraulic Disc, 160mm, Rear: SRAM Rival Hydraulic Disc, 160mm Type: SRAM Rival Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Front: Roval Terra C, 25mm inner width carbon rim, 32mm depth, NEW DT 370 hub, 24h, DT Swiss Comp Race spokes, Rear: Roval Terra C, 25mm inner width carbon rim, 32mm depth, NEW DT 370 Star Ratchet hub, 24h, DT Swiss Comp Race spokes |
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| Tires | Front: S-Works Mondo 2BR, 700x32c, Rear: S-Works Mondo 2BR, 700x32c |
First added August 17
Last updated September 20
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