Front: Tektro, caliper, dual pivot, Rear: Tektro, caliper, short reach, dual pivot

FSA Gossamer Pro, Direct mount ABS, MegaExo Integrated Interface, 68mm English BB, 9-/10-speed, forged 6066 aluminum, 144mm Q-factor, 50/34T

Specialized E5 Premium Aluminum, fully-manipulated tubing w/smooth welds, 1-1/8"" lower bearing

Specialized Shallow Drop, alloy, 125mm drop, 70mm short-reach

Body Geometry Toupé Sport, steel rails, 143mm

Alloy, 12.5mm offset, 2-bolt clamp, 27.2mm

Specialized, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise

Front: Espoir Sport, 700x25mm, 60TPI, wire bead, double BlackBelt protection, Rear: Espoir Sport, 700x25mm, 60TPI, wire bead, double BlackBelt protection

If you're just finding your cycling legs, this is the best place to start. The Allez E5's premium alloy frame is built for versatility, combining sturdy, confident handling with the rocket-like feeling of a race bike. And for durability, it includes a FACT carbon fork and reliable Claris shifting. It's constructed from our lightweight and ultra-stiff E5 Premium Aluminum to ensure that you get those most out of every watt that your legs can produce. More so, this construction makes for a bike that's equally capable for the road ahead, so you'll find it performing exceptionally on climbs, descents, and all-out sprints. Even better, these characteristics are all amplified by the Elite's exquisite & confident geometry and FACT carbon fiber fork. For the build, we went with a no-nonsense approach, opting for reliable Shimano Claris shifting, durable Axis sport alloy wheels, and brilliant Espoir Sport tires.

Specialized Allez E5

The Specialized Allez is celebrated for its race-oriented design, offering a blend of stiffness, efficiency, and comfort that rivals higher-end carbon frames. Its SmartWeld technology and high-quality aluminum construction deliver a ride quality that's both aggressive and surprisingly comfortable, making it a standout in the entry-level race bike category. While it excels in performance and value, some riders may find its ride quality unyielding over rough surfaces and its electronic drivetrain compatibility limited.

MSRP
Where to Buy	— $1 At
Category	Race
	2.8
Frame	Aluminum
	Carbon
Wheels	Aluminum
Wheel Size	700c
	Tektro Rim


	Claris
Drivetrain	2 × 8
Brand Site	specialized.com
Summary	The Specialized Allez E5 is an aluminum frame race bike with mid-range components and tektro rim brakes.

Frame	Specialized E5 Premium Aluminum, fully-manipulated tubing w/smooth welds, 1-1/8"" lower bearing BB Standard: BSA, 68mm, Threaded
Fork	FACT carbon fiber
Bottom Bracket	FSA
Stem	Specialized, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise
Handlebar	Specialized Shallow Drop, alloy, 125mm drop, 70mm short-reach
Saddle	Body Geometry Toupé Sport, steel rails, 143mm
Seatpost	Alloy, 12.5mm offset, 2-bolt clamp, 27.2mm Type: Rigid

Rear Derailleur	Shimano Claris 2400, 8-speed
Front Derailleur	Shimano Claris 2400, clamp-on
Crank	FSA Gossamer Pro, Direct mount ABS, MegaExo Integrated Interface, 68mm English BB, 9-/10-speed, forged 6066 aluminum, 144mm Q-factor, 50/34T
Shifters	Shimano Claris 2400 STI
Cassette	Sunrace, 8-speed, 11-32t
Chain	KMC Z7, 8-speed w/reusable MissingLink
Brakes	Front: Tektro, caliper, dual pivot, Rear: Tektro, caliper, short reach, dual pivot Type: Tektro Rim

Rims	Front: Axis Sport, Rear: Axis Sport
Tires	Front: Espoir Sport, 700x25mm, 60TPI, wire bead, double BlackBelt protection, Rear: Espoir Sport, 700x25mm, 60TPI, wire bead, double BlackBelt protection