201x Specialized Allez Sprint DSW and Gen2

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IceLed
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by IceLed

ryanw wrote:The lack of cable symmetry in that last pic hurts my heart...
Fair, but in a progress of being rebuilt with Rival/Force AXS, so half the cables would be gone soon Image

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berest
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by berest

IceLed, thank you so much!

The lack of space between the exit holes and stem hurts my heart as well... It is 1-2cm less space than in my current setup: S-Works SL stem + Bontrager Elite Aero VR-CF handlebar.
Exit holes on the Pro Vibe Aero, Easton EC90 Aero, Bontrager XXX aero looks way better in terms of housing in my case. Anyway, i'm still thinking.

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by WWerreWW

Ok, any rumours about the 2022s? I heard back from a Specialized Canada rep that we should expect 'some' changes beyond just paint and that the bike will be released sometime this summer, but my LBS contact is saying to expect essentially an aluminum Tarmac SL7 (same fork and seatpost most likely). Anyone heard anything different?

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by Shiverton

WWerreWW wrote:
Mon Apr 26, 2021 5:40 pm
Ok, any rumours about the 2022s? I heard back from a Specialized Canada rep that we should expect 'some' changes beyond just paint and that the bike will be released sometime this summer, but my LBS contact is saying to expect essentially an aluminum Tarmac SL7 (same fork and seatpost most likely). Anyone heard anything different?
Impatiently waiting for the new (and hopefully loud af) color schemes and I'm not sure how to feel about that. If I'd wanted a SL7, I'd get a SL7. Then again, maybe it's an improvement.

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by pedalstriker

"An aluminum SL7" kinda sounds like the dream! Given the prices of even the lower end SL7 builds, a frame that is lighter, comfier, similarly aero, and has tidier welds and cabling than the current Allez Sprint would be very welcome indeed. And if they continue with their run of amazing paintjobs, the worst thing about them will be availability!

WWerreWW
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by WWerreWW

I agree! I'm hoping for a Rival AXS specced bike (complete builds came with 105 last year, so it's not unreasonable). To me that seems like the sweet spot for value and performance at the moment, even if it's heavy.

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by maxim809

Nick38 wrote:
Sat Apr 24, 2021 7:08 pm
Do you know if it’s possible to get blanks for the down tube where the shifter cables should enter/exit?
Di2 blanks do exist and my 2020 frame set came with them. You will have to look into how / if you can source these a la carte. That or beg, borrow, steal from another who went mechanical. ;)

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berest
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by berest

Can anybody tell me please:
1) What is the max tire clearance for the rim brakes 2019 Allez Sprint? Can i put a 28mm(outer) width carbon rims + 28mm tires without a rubbing/clearance issues? I suppose it's gonna be 30mm or even 31mm at all. The plan is: GP5000 or some Pirellis P Zero, not sure yet.

2) Will the Ultegra R8000 brakes work with the 28mm carbon rims? I have never tried such a wide rims with them.

3) Has anybody used a LB AR46 and/or R45 rims on a Sprint? Any pics, feedbacks? Or would you recommend to go with an AR36/R35 options(still prefer the look of larger 46/45)?

Thank you.

Bungle73
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by Bungle73

berest wrote:
Tue May 11, 2021 7:38 pm
Can anybody tell me please:
1) What is the max tire clearance for the rim brakes 2019 Allez Sprint? Can i put a 28mm(outer) width carbon rims + 28mm tires without a rubbing/clearance issues? I suppose it's gonna be 30mm or even 31mm at all. The plan is: GP5000 or some Pirellis P Zero, not sure yet.

2) Will the Ultegra R8000 brakes work with the 28mm carbon rims? I have never tried such a wide rims with them.

3) Has anybody used a LB AR46 and/or R45 rims on a Sprint? Any pics, feedbacks? Or would you recommend to go with an AR36/R35 options(still prefer the look of larger 46/45)?

Thank you.
I bought my AS in 2019 and I tried 28 Continental 4 Season and Pirelli P Zero Velo with two different rims and they fitted on the rear but not on the front. However, I just purchased a 28 Pirelli P Zero Road and that does fit on the front on my rim (Prime carbon).

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berest
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by berest

Bungle73 wrote:
Thu May 13, 2021 12:53 pm
I bought my AS in 2019 and I tried 28 Continental 4 Season and Pirelli P Zero Velo with two different rims and they fitted on the rear but not on the front. However, I just purchased a 28 Pirelli P Zero Road and that does fit on the front on my rim (Prime carbon).
Sounds good! Can you upload a couple photos of the clearance front + rear, please? And what's the dimensions of your rims(inner/outer)?

Thanks!

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by Bungle73

berest wrote:
Thu May 13, 2021 2:12 pm
Bungle73 wrote:
Thu May 13, 2021 12:53 pm
I bought my AS in 2019 and I tried 28 Continental 4 Season and Pirelli P Zero Velo with two different rims and they fitted on the rear but not on the front. However, I just purchased a 28 Pirelli P Zero Road and that does fit on the front on my rim (Prime carbon).
Sounds good! Can you upload a couple photos of the clearance front + rear, please? And what's the dimensions of your rims(inner/outer)?

Thanks!
I've actually only got a 25 on the front atm - I ordered based in my previous experience of 28s not fitting. The rims are Prime BlackEdition 50s, 19mm (internal) 27.5mm (external).

Front (25)
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Rear (28)
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CharlesV
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by CharlesV

berest wrote:
Tue May 11, 2021 7:38 pm
Can anybody tell me please:
1) What is the max tire clearance for the rim brakes 2019 Allez Sprint? Can i put a 28mm(outer) width carbon rims + 28mm tires without a rubbing/clearance issues? I suppose it's gonna be 30mm or even 31mm at all. The plan is: GP5000 or some Pirellis P Zero, not sure yet.

2) Will the Ultegra R8000 brakes work with the 28mm carbon rims? I have never tried such a wide rims with them.

3) Has anybody used a LB AR46 and/or R45 rims on a Sprint? Any pics, feedbacks? Or would you recommend to go with an AR36/R35 options(still prefer the look of larger 46/45)?

Thank you.
I got LB AR56 on my 2017 Allez Sprint with Ultegra R8000. 30mm outer width rims with GP5000 25mm tyres. I must say it just barely works with the calipers. I suggest going for a less wide rim.

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by berest

Bungle73 wrote:
Fri May 14, 2021 2:24 pm
I've actually only got a 25 on the front atm - I ordered based in my previous experience of 28s not fitting. The rims are Prime BlackEdition 50s, 19mm (internal) 27.5mm (external).
Yupp, i see, thanks. Firstly i will try to install my current 26s Pirelli Cinturato on the upcoming wheelset to check the clearance on the Sprint. If it's fine i'll order a 26s Velo Race TLR.
CharlesV wrote:
Mon May 17, 2021 10:12 am
I got LB AR56 on my 2017 Allez Sprint with Ultegra R8000. 30mm outer width rims with GP5000 25mm tyres. I must say it just barely works with the calipers. I suggest going for a less wide rim.

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- I decided to go with a 28mm outer/21mm inner, AR46. According to Shimano, 28mm seems to be the widest profile R8000 can accept without any issues.
- Can you tell me please a bit more about your Graphene Grooved braking surface? Do you like braking in dry conditions? How fast does the pads are worn out(or the approx mileage before being replaced) with graphene grooved surface? Would you recommend it mostly for dry conditions? Still trying to choose between the High TG and the Graphene Grooved :| .

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