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Tarmac Expert Compact
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FROM THE SPRING CLASSICS to the Grand Tours, the Tarmac has proven itself to be the professional rider's bike of choice. A world championship and a Tour de France green jersey lend proof to our claim that no frame is lighter and stiffer.
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FRAME
Specialized FACT 8r carbon, triple monocoque construction, compact race design
REAR SHOCK
N/A
FORK
Specialzied Expert FACT carbon, monocoque construction, OS race for 1.5" bearing, full carbon legs, crown and steerer
HEADSET
Specialized Campy style, 1.5" lower bearing, integrated threadless, stainless steel sealed cartridge bearings, 8mm carbon cone w/ one 10mm and two 5mm carbon spacers
STEM
Specialized Pro-Set, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt 31.8mm bar clamp, 4- position adjustable
HANDLEBARS
Specialized Pro, 2014 alloy, short-drop, ergonomic shaping, 31.8mm
TAPE
Body Geometry Bar Phat, cork ribbon w/ 2.5mm gel padding
FRONT BRAKE
Shimano Ultegra SL
REAR BRAKE
Shimano Ultegra SL
BRAKE LEVERS
Shimano Ultegra SL, 10-speed STI, flight deck compatible
FRONT DERAILLEUR
Shimano Ultegra SL, braze-on clamp
REAR DERAILLEUR
Shimano Ultegra SL, short cage
SHIFT LEVERS
Shimano Ultegra SL, 10-speed STI, flight deck compatible
CASSETTE
Shimano Ultegra, 10-speed, 12-27t
CHAIN
Shimano Ultegra, 10-speed
CRANKSET
Shimano Ultegra SL
CHAINRINGS
50 x 34t
BOTTOM BRACKET
Shimano Ultegra SL, Hollowtech II
PEDALS
Silver cage, black body, w/ toe clip and strap
RIMS
Shimano Ultegra SL
FRONT HUB
Shimano Ultegra SL, QR
REAR HUB
Shimano Ultegra SL, alloy cassette, QR
SPOKES
Stainless bladed
FRONT TIRE
Specialized Mondo Pro, 700x23c, aramid bead, 120TPI, Flak Jacket
REAR TIRE
Specialized Mondo Pro, 700x23c, aramid bead, 120TPI, Flak Jacket
INNER TUBES
Specialized standard presta tube
SADDLE
Body Geometry Toupé, super light foam, carbon reinforced base, Cr-Mo rails
SEATPOST
Specialized Pro SL, FACT carbon w/ Zertz insert, 27.2mm
SEAT BINDER
Specialized CNC alloy, 32.6mm
NOTES
Chain stay protector, chain catcher, derailleur hanger, clear coat, owners manual
Specifications subject to change without notice.