Bike Comparison
    VENTO 2.02022 Kross
    Allez Race2014 Specialized
    MSRP
    ($1,032)
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    Category
    		General RoadRace
    2.4
    2.7
    Frame
    		AluminumAluminum
    Fork
    		CarbonCarbon
    Wheels
    		AluminumAluminum
    Wheel Size
    		700c700c
    Brakes
    		RimRim
    Groupset
    		Claris105, FSA
    Drivetrain
    		2 × 10
    Brand Site

    kross-europe.eu

    specialized.com

    Summary
    		The Kross VENTO 2.0 and Specialized Allez Race are both aluminum frame road bikes with rim brakes. The Allez Race has better components.
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    Ride Feel

    Based on frame geometry and build specs.

    Rider Position
    relaxedaggressive
    Terrain
    smoothrugged
    2022 VENTO 2.0
    2014 Allez Race
    Other General Road bikes
    Gear Range

    A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

    Lowest gear

    (climbing)

    36 mph

    2014 Allez Race

    Highest gear

    (descending)

    Spec Level

    Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.

    Geometry
    Specs
    VENTO 2.02022 Kross
    Allez Race2014 Specialized
    Frame

    ALUMINIUM LITE

    BB Standard: BSA, 68mm, Threaded

    Specialized E5 Premium Aluminum w/ Smartweld technology, hydroformed aluminum tubing, 1-3/8"" lower bearing, OSBB

    BB Standard: BSA, 68mm, Threaded

    Fork

    AL./CARBON

    Specialized Tarmac, FACT carbon full monocoque, carbon steerer/crown for 1-3/8"" lower bearing

    Shock

    NO

    Bottom Bracket

    SHIMANO BSA BB-RS500

    FSA, BB30

    Headset

    FSA NO.42/ACB 1-1/8"

    1-1/8"" upper and 1-3/8"" lower Cr-Mo cartridge bearings integrated w/ headset, 8mm cone spacer, w/ 20mm of carbon spacers

    Stem

    ALUMINIUM/ 31,8 (XS- 80MM, S- 80MM, M- 100MM/7°, L- 100MM/7°, XL- 110MM/17°)

    Specialized Elite-Set, 3D forged alloy, 4-position adjustable, 4-bolt, 31.8mm clamp

    Handlebar

    ALUMINIUM/31,8/ (XS- 400 MM, S- 400 MM, M- 420 MM, L- 420 MM, XL- 440 MM)

    Specialized Comp, shallow bend

    Saddle

    SELLE ROYAL

    Body Geometry Toupe Comp Gel, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm

    Seatpost

    ALUMINIUM 27,2x350

    Specialized Sport, alloy, 2-bolt, 27.2mm

    Pedals

    NO

    Nylon flat test ride, loose ball, w/ reflectors

    Grips

    KROSS EVA

    Groupset
    Rear Derailleur

    SHIMANO CLARIS R2000

    Shimano 105

    Front Derailleur

    SHIMANO CLARIS R2000

    Shimano 105

    Crank

    SHIMANO CLARIS R2000

    FSA Gossamer, 10-speed compact, alloy rings

    Shifters

    SHIMANO CLARIS R2000

    Shimano 105 STI

    Cassette

    SHIMANO HG500 12-28T

    Shimano Tiagra, 10-speed, 12-28

    Chain

    SHIMANO HG40

    KMC X10

    Brakes

    Rear: TEKTRO R315

    Front: Shimano R561, Rear: Shimano R561

    Brake Levers

    SHIMANO CLARIS R2000

    Shimano 105

    Wheels
    Rims

    ALEXRIMS AT470

    Front: AXIS 2.0, Rear: AXIS 2.0

    Front Hub

    SHIMANO SORA RS300

    Rear Hub

    SHIMANO SORA RS300

    Tires

    MITAS SYRINX V80 700X25

    Front: Specialized Espoir Elite, 60TPI, aramid bead, double BlackBelt protection, 700x25c, Rear: Specialized Espoir Elite, 60TPI, aramid bead, double BlackBelt protection, 700x25c

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