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About Specialized Tarmac bikes

The carbon fibre framed Tarmac range is Specialized's competition level road racing bike designed to offer an uncompromisingly stiff ride in a lightweight package. You'll see Tarmac bikes being used by pro's in races like the Tour de France but fortunately you don't have to be a pro to ride one. Tarmac models are primarily about speed and efficiency and models higher up the range are equipped with the latest lightweight, high performance components available. With advancements from previous S-Works models trickeling down each year Tarmac model typically borrow technologies from pro team-level bikes from a year or two ago. Specialized's aluminium framed Allez range is a much cheaper alternative range of race inspired bikes perfect for aspiring racers. Alternatively Specialized's carbon framed Roubaix range offers a much greater balance of comfort and speed with models at very similar price points to bikes in the Tarmac range.

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Specialized says

Whether it's winning the Tour de France or a city-limit sprint, the next generation of Tarmac the SL4 was born to race, with head-snapping acceleration and razor-sharp handling. The Pro model has even higher stiffness-to-weight than last year's industry-leading SL3 frame, and features new Di2 electronic shifting for immediate, spot-on shifting, plus Roval Fus e SL wheels.

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About this bike

Type	Road / Racing
Gender/Age	Men
Production years	2012-2013
RRP	£4,500.00
Sizes	49, 52, 54, 56, 58, 61cm (Frame size guide)
Colours	White/Black
Frame type	Rigid
Frame material	Carbon Fibre
Frame description	Specialized FACT 10r carbon, FACT IS construction, compact race design, Super uniquely shaped 1-1/8" to 1-3/8" head tube, OSBB
Gears	20
Wheel Size	700c

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Specialized was founded with the mission statement "To give everyone the best ride of their life". Countless bikes and 30 years later, that statement has evolved into this "To give everyone the best ride of their life".

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Specifications

Braking

Brake Caliper Front	Shimano Ultegra
Brake Caliper Rear	Shimano Ultegra
Brake Levers	Shimano Dura-Ace STI, Flight Deck compatible

Drive

Bottom Bracket	OS integrated, sealed bearings
Cassette (Rear Cogs)	Shimano Ultegra, 10-speed, 11-28t
Chain	Shimano Ultegra
Chainring(s)	52/36
Crank	Specialized Pro FACT carbon
Pedals	Nylon flat test ride, loose ball, w/ reflectors

Frame

Forks	Specialized FACT carbon, full monocoque, OS race for 1-3/8" bearing

Gearing

Derailleur Front	New Shimano Ultegra Di2
Derailleur Rear	New Shimano Ultegra Di2
Gears	20
Shifter(s)	New Shimano Ultegra Di2, Flight Deck compatible, 10-speed

General

Extras	Carbon chainstay protector, derailleur hanger, clear coat, owners manual
Handlebar	New Specialized Tarmac Expert, alloy
Headset	1-1/8" upper and 1-3/8" lower Cr-Mo cartridge bearings, w/ 8mm carbon cone spacer and 20mm of carbon spacers
Saddle	Body Geometry Romin Expert, hollow ti rails
Seat Post	Specialized Pro, FACT carbon, 27.2mm
Seat Release / Collar	Forged alloy,Ti bolt and nut, 32.6mm
Stem	New Specialized ProSet 7075, cone head bolt and plastic clip, 12-degree, 4-degree shim, 31.8mm
Tape	Specialized Pro D2

Wheels

Inner Tubes	Super Light Turbo, 60mm, presta
Tire Front	Specialized Turbo Pro w/ BlackBelt, aramid bead, 127 TPI, 700x23c
Tire Rear	Specialized Turbo Pro w/ BlackBelt, aramid bead, 127 TPI, 700x23c
Wheel Front	Roval Fusee SL
Wheel Rear	Roval Fusee SL
Wheel Size	700c

UK warranty

Specialized bicycles carry a lifetime warranty on the frame; this warranty is not extendable to or transferable from the original owner. Front forks, FSR frame stays and all other components are covered by the UK s statutory 2-year warranty. Specialized own branded suspension units carry a 5 year limited warranty; this warranty is void if regular servicing is not carried out.

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