S-Works Tarmac SL8 LTD

The S works Tarmac is smooth, accelerates fast and rolls past every other bike. They are expensive but worth it.

Having the exact same bike with Rapide CLX II and now riding this, feels absolutely awesome. I take it as a pinch of salt about speed holding but I literally achieved better PR using the Tarmac SL8 with Rapide CLX III Don't fade Specialized

Just upgraded from my Specialized S-Works Venge VIAS (Peter Sagan LTD) to my new S-Works Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe SL8. It's faster and smoother with wider tires and lower tire pressures then my Venge. Stiff on the climbs and yet compliant over the rougher stuff. I don't always have to be at "race pace" in order to take advantage of this frame's capabilities. Everything I thought it would be and more (especially the look). Worth every penny if you are on your bike most days of the week!

I own a 2023 S-works Roubaix, and 2023 S-Works Aethos and a 2024 S-Works SL8 Tarmac. I did not buy the Tarmac right away because I am 62 years old, and I have a bad left shoulder and was concerned that I would be uncomfortable in the riding position. I am in good shape for my age and exercise in Palates twice a week, but at 62 the Tarmac is the most enjoyable bike I have ever ridden. It is quick, perky, and fast. No one is going to try to sponsor me for the next Tour De France, but the fastest 62-year-old me I can be is on this bike. Further, much younger people are saying "what the **** was that that just flew by me?" I have ridden this bike about 100 miles now and every time I ride it I kind of have a smile on my face.

Perfect.

This is one smooth bike to ride in the mountains or the flat terrain.The new SRAM Red makes for faster riding due to the quick shifting that it provides with an excellent drive train. Great disc brakes that worked well on Teton Pass at 55 mph. The new S-works seat makes for great leverage on the pedals and a aero seat post as well. The Cockpit Roval handle bars are sleek and aero as well as the SRAM Red hoods that can be shifted up high on the hoods. The Frame is aero stiff and supple and the paint job is the best I've seen beautiful!! The Roval wheels are awesome with 28 width tires. Well done Specialized!!

I've been riding, racing, touring and primarily car-free since 1986. Started out with a cheap steel Fuji, toeclips, downtube shifters and a USAC license. When I say I have ridden everything and anything, I do mean everything; from my dumpster spec fixie courier bike and a single ring crit bike I built from spare parts in 1994, to a custom Super Record Colnago and my current gen Epic. The S-Works SL8 is by far the best bike I have ever thrown a leg over. The new SRAM Red group is seamless. I can't find anything to fault, even the color is stunning. Only thing I might tweak is to recommend Spesh spec 28mm tires instead of 26, just to follow current norms and fit the rims a bit smoother. Absolutely brilliant performer up and down the mountain roads here in Colorado.

Around 150g lighter compared to the previous SRAM RED making the ride alot more lighter, faster, responsive and ergonomically comfortable! 10-28T Cogs will be lighter for sure. Very suitable for ladies due to the improved hoods. Simply love it! Thank you Specialized!

I've owned both the Trek Madone SLR 9 and the Cannondale Hi-Mo Super-six. But I found this S-Works tarmac sl8 to be far more amazing than both bikes I owned. She is more aerodynamic, extremely lightweight and amazingly maneuverable. In short, she is worth every penny and will certainly exceed your expectations. Highly recommended!

Lightweight,responsive,comfortable and amazingly fast,exceeded all of my expectations

Lightweight, agile, nimble, stiff and hold speed really well. Its a very awesome race machine even for starters.

Holds speed and accelerate pretty well! Superb fun to ride with. No regrets. Thank you Specialized!