2015 Specialized Tarmac

Pokerface
Pokerface Posts: 7,960
edited October 2014 in Your road bikes
This is the new Tarmac. (Some people think of it as the SL5). Not ridden it yet but just about to!

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Specialized S-Works Tarmac frame
Dura Ace Di2 shifter and front mech
Ultegra Di2 rear mech with Berner Cage
3T AeroNova Bars, Integra Stem with Garmin Mount and Accelero 40 Clincher Wheels
KCNC finishing parts
Rotor Q-Rings with SRM
Look Aero Blade Pedals
TRP R979 Brakes
Vittoria Open Corsa Tyres


(Added to original post from the end of the thread):

Climbing mode engaged. 6.3kg with custom built Enve tubular rims on Roval and DT Swiss hubs. And swapped out the seatpost for a 3T one.

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  • rokt
    rokt Posts: 493
    Very nice, I do like Tarmac's. I'd be very interested to know what you think of the wheels !
  • Markjaspi
    Markjaspi Posts: 729
    Nice, especially the cockpit, really want a set of those bars myself, but always seem to be struggling to find them in stock. I'd be interested to hear your thoughts on them and do you think the stem would accommodate the size if a 1000 or mio 505.
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  • Pokerface
    Pokerface Posts: 7,960
    Markjaspi wrote:
    Nice, especially the cockpit, really want a set of those bars myself, but always seem to be struggling to find them in stock. I'd be interested to hear your thoughts on them and do you think the stem would accommodate the size if a 1000 or mio 505.

    I've used the bars on another bike and they are great. Really comfy and superb for riding uphill (hands on the tops). Nice shape at the hoods too which is different from a standard bar.. Slightly flex due to shape but they soak up more road vibration.

    As for the stem and Garmin mount, it will accommodate any size unit.
  • Flâneur
    Flâneur Posts: 3,081
    Envious of that. Enjoy
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  • BlackMarketSuperstar
    BlackMarketSuperstar Posts: 19
    very nice, loving the colour (or lack of)

    hope she rides as good as she looks, enjoy

    may i ask what bar tape that is please?
  • Colinthecop
    Colinthecop Posts: 996
    I take it you wrapped the bars yourself...? If so, Nice, I do like that. 8)
  • bobbydazzla
    bobbydazzla Posts: 289
    Very nice indeed.

    What frame size is it ? Am wondering if Specialized have managed to improve the look of bigger frames with this model....
  • Pokerface
    Pokerface Posts: 7,960
    bobbydazzla wrote:
    Very nice indeed.

    What frame size is it ? Am wondering if Specialized have managed to improve the look of bigger frames with this model....

    It's a 54 - which is actually quite small.
  • Pokerface
    Pokerface Posts: 7,960
    BlackMarketSuperstar wrote:

    may i ask what bar tape that is please?


    Fizik Microtex Softouch.
  • Pokerface
    Pokerface Posts: 7,960
    Colinthecop wrote:
    I take it you wrapped the bars yourself...? If so, Nice, I do like that. 8)

    I wrap bar tape and build all my bikes myself.
  • OPQS
    OPQS Posts: 187
    How are those 3T rims on the road?
  • dilatory
    dilatory Posts: 565
    Nice build! What are the cages?
  • Miles253
    Miles253 Posts: 535
    Spot on build! stunner
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  • Pokerface
    Pokerface Posts: 7,960
    OPQS wrote:
    How are those 3T rims on the road?

    Absolutely superb. I thought they might be a bit sluggish at 1600g, but found them quite nimble. I've raced the tubular version for a few years and these are a great training/cheap racing wheel.
  • Pokerface
    Pokerface Posts: 7,960
    dilatory wrote:
    Nice build! What are the cages?

    Elite Stealth cages.
  • Pokerface
    Pokerface Posts: 7,960
    Just taken it for it's first ride. It's a superb bike. Really responds well and climbs much better than the Venge. Feels a bit small then the Venge (at same frame size). Might need to swap out the stem for a longer one on this bike.

    Really pleased with this and looking forward to some great rides ahead!
  • Markjaspi
    Markjaspi Posts: 729
    First Dibs on the stem LOL - I've got the same tape on both of my bikes, feels great, looks great and seem to look new for ages.
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  • Pokerface
    Pokerface Posts: 7,960
    Stem (new one) is for sale. £170 posted!
  • Markjaspi
    Markjaspi Posts: 729
    Might take you up on that I'll PM you tommorrow
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  • BlackMarketSuperstar
    BlackMarketSuperstar Posts: 19
    Pokerface wrote:
    BlackMarketSuperstar wrote:

    may i ask what bar tape that is please?


    Fizik Microtex Softouch.

    thank you
  • Super Domestique
    Super Domestique Posts: 240
    Stunning bike. I would quite like one to replace my SL3.
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  • snakedoc
    snakedoc Posts: 200
    Bike looks lovely and v stealthy!
  • bianchibob
    bianchibob Posts: 306
    I am thinking of purchasing a Tarmac SL4 but at 5' 10" I am at a size that could ride a 54 or a 56. I have two other bikes a 55 Bianchi and a 56 Allez, both are a comfortable size for me. Could I ask how tall you are as you are riding a 54 Tarmac ?
  • Pokerface
    Pokerface Posts: 7,960
    bianchibob wrote:
    I am thinking of purchasing a Tarmac SL4 but at 5' 10" I am at a size that could ride a 54 or a 56. I have two other bikes a 55 Bianchi and a 56 Allez, both are a comfortable size for me. Could I ask how tall you are as you are riding a 54 Tarmac ?

    5-11 and it's a 54. But could equally ride a 56. I prefer a smaller frame.
  • FoldingJoe
    FoldingJoe Posts: 1,327
    I'm 5'10" and my S-Works SL4 is a 54, but then I only have 30" inside leg.

    Perfect fit for me.
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  • Flâneur
    Flâneur Posts: 3,081
    Hi Pokerface, I was wondering what size seat post you have? I've just taken delivery of my frame and the seat post looks tiny and will probably need replacing or a swap. Though I am running a 52 frame being 2 inches shorter than you and wanting something small and taunt.

    Thanks in advance
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  • Diegosbf
    Diegosbf Posts: 8
    Lovely bike. Don't know if you've ridden both but if you have, how does it compare with an S-Works SL4? Was considering an upgrade but didn't know if it was worth the expenditure. Would be interested in the honest opinion of anyone who's ridden both.

    All the best and enjoy the ride.
  • Pokerface
    Pokerface Posts: 7,960
    sa0u823e wrote:
    Hi Pokerface, I was wondering what size seat post you have? I've just taken delivery of my frame and the seat post looks tiny and will probably need replacing or a swap. Though I am running a 52 frame being 2 inches shorter than you and wanting something small and taunt.

    Thanks in advance

    All I can tell you is it's a long post. Has to be as the majority of it sticks out of the frame!
  • Pokerface
    Pokerface Posts: 7,960
    Diegosbf wrote:
    Lovely bike. Don't know if you've ridden both but if you have, how does it compare with an S-Works SL4? Was considering an upgrade but didn't know if it was worth the expenditure. Would be interested in the honest opinion of anyone who's ridden both.

    All the best and enjoy the ride.

    Nope. Not ridden he SL4, just the Venge. It's livelier than the Venge.
  • slowbike
    slowbike Posts: 8,498
    Pokerface wrote:
    bianchibob wrote:
    I am thinking of purchasing a Tarmac SL4 but at 5' 10" I am at a size that could ride a 54 or a 56. I have two other bikes a 55 Bianchi and a 56 Allez, both are a comfortable size for me. Could I ask how tall you are as you are riding a 54 Tarmac ?

    5-11 and it's a 54. But could equally ride a 56. I prefer a smaller frame.

    Same height and I ride a 56 - same geometry as the Allez (of the same year). I could probably ride a 54 ... but the 56 is comfortable so I'll stick with it :)

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