S-Works Tarmac SL8 LTD

I was blown away by the difference in the SL8 from my previous road bike. The bike just wants to go fast and is coupled with incredible handling and is unbelievably light weight. Every detail has been considered in the design. I was a skeptic of the hype before purchasing it, but am a believer now.

The only thing I will change is tire width - from standard 26 mm to 30 mm tubeless everything else I love !!!!

The best bike is the one making you look forward to take it out for a spin. This is such a bike, I am all smiles while riding it.

I love this bike and would highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys riding. It's perfect for both group rides and weekend races.

I've owned S-Works Tarmacs in the SL4 and SL6 and loved both of them. I alternated between the two and could tell a lot of improvement in the SL6. The owner of my local bike store told me the SL8 was as great an improvement over the SL6 as the 6 was over the 4. I found it hard to believe there would be that much improvement because the SL6 was somewhat of a groundbreaking bike. This week I got the S-Works SL8 and I could tell as I was rolling down my block that the bike felt a lot different than my SL6. Within the first 5 miles I could tell that it was indeed as great an improvement over my SL6 as the SL6 was over the SL4. I love everything about it. The wheels are fantastic. The 12 speed Dura Ace shifts flawlessly. The bike cuts through the wind like a hot knife through butter and climbs easily. It's even more comfortable than my SL6. Don't think there's any room left for improvement. What on earth would they change when they come out with the SL9?

After 9 months, and almost 3,500 miles, I love this bike just as much as the day I picked it up! It's fast, comfortable, light weight and looks the business in Viavi Cyan Blue colorway. My only two wishes: 1. A lighter stock wheelset - 1520g is average, but they should really be 1350g (but please DON'T go hookless). 2. The 4iii power meter - goes through a set of batteries every other month. Specs say 100 hours of run time, but I'm not sure I'm even getting that. Aside from those two, the bike is PERFECT! If you're on the fence, make the jump!

What a great bicycle. Perfect in every aspect. Fast and comfortable and smooth shifting and braking. I think this bike has added 1 to 2 mph to my average speed. Goes over rough pavement very nicely. Specialized put a lot of thought and engineering into this bike and it show. Worth every penny.

Great bike! Just ride it and you be the Judge.

After having a Venge, then SL6, then Aethos; the Tarmac SL8 is exactly what I wanted. Venge speed with Aethos weight and comfort. Absolutely love it. Boris at Sheepshead Bay is just the best when it comes to getting top-end gear and taking care of all the little details.

Absolutely love everything about this bike! Was nervous to make such a large $$ purchase, but glad I did. Super smooth shifting, is FAST, and a ton of fun to ride!