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2011 Specialized

Tarmac Comp Rival

TelaioCarbonio
ForcellaCarbonio
Ruote700c Alluminio
Trasmissione2 × 10
GruppoRival
FreniSRAM Rival Cerchio
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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)

66 km/h

Tarmac Comp Rival

64 km/h

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Highest gear

(descending)

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Riassunto

The Specialized Tarmac is celebrated for its impressive blend of lightness, stiffness, and comfort, making it a standout in the race category. It offers trickle-down technology from higher-end models at a more accessible price point, with handling that's both predictable and nimble, inspiring confidence in various riding conditions. While some components may not meet the highest expectations, the overall ride quality and performance are highly praised.

Pros
  • Impressive mix of lightness, stiffness, and comfort

  • Trickle down technology from higher-end models at a more affordable price

  • Predictable yet nimble handling

  • Compliant ride quality on various road surfaces

  • Versatile performance suitable for racing and climbing

Cons
  • Some components considered adequate but not outstanding

  • Ergonomics of certain parts like saddles and handlebars could be improved

  • In-house components may detract from the bike's character for some

Key Quotes
The Tarmac Expert delivers at all levels. It is essentially a Pro Tour frame with mid level components to make it more affordable.
Bikerumor logoBikerumor
It always takes me a few rides before I begin to really appreciate a bike’s characteristics, and the more I ride this, the more I like it and appreciate its quality.
Cycling Tips logoCycling Tips
the lustrously painted Tarmac frame is far better than the parts hanging off it
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Cycling Tips
Specialized Tarmac SL4 Pro Review

dic 2012

At the end of this winter I found myself needing a good race bike. I spoke to Specialized about getting on one of their bikes, but I have to admit, I'd never ridden one of their newer road models; the Roubaix, Tarmac or Venge. I wasn't sure which one to choose but was fortunately given the opportunity to take each

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Cycling Weekly
Specialized Tarmac SL2

dic 2012 · Kenny Pryde

We test the 2013 entry-level Specialized Tarmac with carbon-fibre SL2 frameset and Shimano Sora components, £1200

Pro
  • Great frame and fork package

  • Good ride quality

Contro
  • Not much

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Velo
Tour Pro Bike: Vinokourov’s custom Specialized Tarmac SL4

lug 2012 · Caley Fretz

With the Kazakh flag, gold housing and other customizations, Vino's Tarmac is a rolling shrine to the veteran all-rounder

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Bikerumor
Review: 2011 Specialized Tarmac Expert

ott 2010 · AJ

Every year bike companies come out with lighter, stiffer, faster and more comfortable bikes. It seems impossible to engineer something that has such opposite qualities, but stiffer and lighter, but still comfortable to ride, it the ultimate goal. With the 2011 Tarmac Expert Specialized has created a bike with an impressive mix of these qualities. …

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Road Bike Action
Tour Bikes You Can Own: Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL3

ago 2010 · R BA

The Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL3 took the top two podium spots in the Tour de France. Now, it's available for you to own...

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VeloNews
Flanders tech: Cancellara's Specialized Tarmac SL3

apr 2010 · William Tracy

Fabian Cancellara was obviously the strongest man in the Tour of Flanders, and his Specialized Tarmac SL3 was equally up to the task, despite one small technical difficulty.

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Cycling News
Specialized Tarmac Expert Compact | Cyclingnews.com

apr 2009 · Cycling News

Race machine for the masses

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Specifiche
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Telaio

Specialized FACT 8r carbon, FACT IS construction, compact race design, 1-1/2"" lower HS bearing, threaded BB

Standard BBBSA, 68mm, Filettato

Forcella

Specialized FACT carbon full monocoque, OS race for 1-1/2"" bearing

Bottom Bracket

With crankset

Auricolare

1-1/8"" upper and 1-1/5"" lower Cr-Mo cartridge bearings integrated w/ headset, 20mm cone spacer with 20mm of spacers

Stem

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

Manubrio

Specialized Ergo 2014 alloy

Sella

Body Geometry Romin Comp w/ hollow Cr-Mo rails

Reggisella

Specialized Pro, FACT carbon w/ Zertz insert

TipoRigido

Pedali

Black cage, body & toe clips w/ strap

Gruppo
Deragliatore posteriore

SRAM Rival

Deragliatore anteriore

SRAM Rival

Manovella

SRAM S300

Leve del cambio

SRAM Rival Double-Tap

Cassetta

SRAM, 10-speed, 11-28t

Catena

KMC X10 L CP

Freni

Front: SRAM Rival, Rear: SRAM Rival

TipoSRAM Rival Cerchio

Leve freno

SRAM Rival

Ruote
Cerchi

Front: Fulcrum Racing 6, Rear: Fulcrum Racing 6

Pneumatici

Front: Specialized Turbo Comp, 700x23c, aramid bead, 120TPI, w/ Double Black Belt protection, Rear: Specialized Turbo Comp, 700x23c, aramid bead, 120TPI, w/ Double Black Belt protection

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