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2023 Specialized

Tarmac SL7 Frameset

A carbon frame race frameset.

Manufacturer Price

3.300 $(2.849 €)
FrameCarbon
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c
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Summary

The Specialized Tarmac series is celebrated for its lightweight, aerodynamic efficiency, and race-ready performance, with the latest models offering significant improvements in speed, comfort, and stiffness. Reviews highlight its versatility as a do-it-all race bike, capable of excelling in various conditions from climbs to flat terrains.

Pros
  • Lightweight frame with significant weight reduction over previous models

  • Aerodynamic efficiency, claimed to be the most aero bike ever by Specialized

  • Improved stiffness-to-weight ratio and comfort

  • Versatile performance suitable for all types of road racing

  • High-quality components and build kits

Cons
  • High price point, especially for the S-Works models

  • Limited compatibility with mechanical drivetrains and hydraulic disc brakes only

  • Some models come with budget wheels that may not meet expectations

Key Quotes
Specialized has managed to create a bike with incredible balance across the attributes that matter most.
Escape Collective logoEscape Collective
The Tarmac SL8 is another level above, especially the S-Works models with the Roval Rapide one-piece cockpit.
Cycling News logoCycling News
The Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL7 has killed its sibling, the Venge aero bike, and single-handedly created the category of speed all-rounders.
Gran Fondo Magazine logoGran Fondo Magazine

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Escape Collective
Specialized Tarmac SL8 Pro review: all-day speed  - Escape Collective

Dec 2023 · Dave Rome

This bike sacrifices absolute aero for ride quality, and I'm all for it.

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Cyclist
Specialized Tarmac SL8 vs. Tarmac SL7: Every difference compared

Aug 2023 · Paul Norman

The Tarmac SL8 is Specialized’s replacement for the pro-level Tarmac SL7, with the brand boasting better aerodynamics, lighter weight, improved

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The Gear Loop
Say hello to Specialized’s all-new Tarmac SL8

Aug 2023

Decades of development leads to lightest, fastest Tarmac ever made

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Bikerumor
Specialized releases limited edition Remco's Reign World Championship Tarmac SL7

Feb 2023 · Tyler Benedict

This special edition Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL7 is likely only the first of several bikes we'll see for 22-year-old Remco Evenepoel.

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road.cc
Custom Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL7 staff race bike: Which parts would you switch out?

Jan 2023 · Jamie Williams

As the race season fast approaches we take a closer look at Jamie's custom-built Tarmac SL7

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VeloNews
Pro bike gallery: Remco Evenepoel's world champion edition Specialized Tarmac SL7

Jan 2023 · William Tracy

With its third men's road world champion in as many years, Specialized is getting used to making rainbow motif bikes.

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Velo
Quick-Step Alpha Vinyl roll out Specialized Tarmac SL7 with new livery for 2022

Jan 2022 · VeloNews.com

Roval, Shimano, and Tacx continue as partners of the Belgian-backed ‘Wolfpack.’

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Road Bike Action
SPECIALIZED TARMAC SL7 ROAD BIKE TEST - Road Bike Action

Nov 2021 · David Kennedy

Specialized just announced the Tarmac SL7. Scheduled to be released at the Tour de France, Specialized opted to unveil their new road bike, the Tarmac SL7.

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Tarmac SL7 FACT 10r Carbon, Rider First Engineered™, Win Tunnel Engineered, Clean Routing, Threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc

BB StandardBSA, 68mm, Threaded

ColorGloss Lagoon Blue / Purple Orchid/blaze

Fork

FACT Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc

Bottom Bracket

BSA, 68mm, threaded

Stem

Tarmac integrated stem, 6-degree

Seatpost

2021 S-Works Tarmac Carbon seat post, FACT Carbon, 20mm offset

TypeRigid

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Last updated 11 June

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