S-Works FACT 11r carbon, Endurance Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, 12x142mm thru-axle, Future Shock suspension, 20mm of travel, flat disc mounts

Specialized CG-R, FACT carbon, single bolt, 27.2mm

We've been saying it for years—smoother is faster. But with the all-new S-Works Roubaix Frameset, this philosophy is taken to new, remarkable heights. The frame is the lightest that we've ever made, and it's been constructed from our top-end FACT 11r carbon fiber. Its stiffness levels are also off the charts, and compared to the SL4 iteration of yesteryear, you'll experience a whole new, faster, and more efficient geometry. Through some engineering sorcery, however, we've managed to keep the same fit, feel, and position that we've all come to love from the SL4. Of course, you're probably thinking, "get on to the suspension thing up front." We call it Future Shock, and essentially, it's a piston in the head tube with 20mm of travel. We developed this technology in partnership with McLaren Applied Technologies, and the result of this are a host of drastic performance improvements, namely in the vertical compliance department. Without giving a physics lecture, we found that focusing on vertical compliance, instead of fork splay, meant that we could improve smoothness, speed, and comfort in one fell swoop. And of all the bikes that we've tested with our Rolling Efficiency Model, the new Roubaix outperforms anything on the market.

Specialized S-Works Roubaix Frameset

The Specialized Roubaix is celebrated for its innovative Future Shock suspension system, offering a smooth ride over rough terrain while maintaining a race-ready stiffness and efficiency. Its redesigned frame and wide tire clearance enhance comfort and control, making it a standout in the endurance category. However, opinions vary on the Future Shock's undamped performance and the bike's suitability for aggressive riding styles.

MSRP
Where to Buy	— $1 At
Category	Endurance

Frame	Carbon
	Carbon
Wheels
Wheel Size	700c




Drivetrain
Brand Site	specialized.com
Summary	The Specialized S-Works Roubaix Frameset is a carbon frame endurance frameset.

Frame	S-Works FACT 11r carbon, Endurance Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, 12x142mm thru-axle, Future Shock suspension, 20mm of travel, flat disc mounts
Fork	S-Works FACT carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle
Bottom Bracket	OSBB, CeramicSpeed bearings
Seatpost	Specialized CG-R, FACT carbon, single bolt, 27.2mm Type: Rigid