2019 SL6 S-Works build vs Tarmac Pro

[petalpower]

Switched from an old 2010 Tarmac Elite to a 2015 Roubaix Pro. Never liked the handling, feedback and overall feel of the Roubaix. Want to go back to the Tarmac.

I know this is WW and minimal weight is sacrosanct...but let’s just place weight lower on the list.

My options:

1. Build a S-Works frame using the components from my Roubaix. SRAM Red brakes, Force groupset (Red Brifters), SRAM / Quarq crank, November Rail 52’s on White Industry Hubs.

2. Buy a complete 2019 Tarmac Pro that comes with Ultegra DI, Roval CL 50’s. I’d probably sell my old PM and upgrade to Garmin Vector 3’s.

I guess my question is would the S-Works frame be worth using all the old stuff, or would the Pro be a better overall package?

[sfo423]

Buy a Pro model or build a SWorks frame w/NEW components.

[Jugi]

I'm going to add an option:

3. Inquire your LBS about the possibility of ordering a Tarmac Pro SL6 (rim brake) frameset, as that seems to be possible at least in some regions.

As you already have components you like, in your case I think the complete bikes are only feasible if moving from rim to disc brake. In my opinion the list prices are not very competitive compared to a frameset.

[petalpower]

Buy a Pro model or build a SWorks frame w/NEW components.

Would be nice but don't want to dump $10K+ on the bike. I have other expensive hobbies.

I'm going to add an option:

3. Inquire your LBS about the possibility of ordering a Tarmac Pro SL6 (rim brake) frameset, as that seems to be possible at least in some regions.

As you already have components you like, in your case I think the complete bikes are only feasible if moving from rim to disc brake. In my opinion the list prices are not very competitive compared to a frameset.

The components have worked well. The thought of the electronic shifting is a bit enticing.

[sfo423]

$6700 @ retail

Buy a Pro model or build a SWorks frame w/NEW components.

Would be nice but don't want to dump $10K+ on the bike. I have other expensive hobbies.

[petalpower]

$6700 @ retail

Actually if I do the Pro it'll be rim brake model ($6K). I'm pretty sure....

[morganb]

I'd do the Pro, the difference in weight between the Pro and S Works is negligible, same with Ui2 vs Di2 quality, which is gonna be worlds ahead of an old Force/Red mix. I have a rim brake Expert frame built up with eTap and I can't tell it apart from the S Works.

[KevinM]

I built up an Sworks disc frame with UDI2 and the CL wheels (not CLX) for about $3500 less than a stock complete bike Sworks disc would have cost. That way I got the upgraded frame, but no Dura Ace and no bladed spokes. Something to consider.

[Boshk]

I'd do the Pro, the difference in weight between the Pro and S Works is negligible, same with Ui2 vs Di2 quality, which is gonna be worlds ahead of an old Force/Red mix. I have a rim brake Expert frame built up with eTap and I can't tell it apart from the S Works.

I've always wondered about that, in a blind test, can anyone (except maybe the Pros or people who can dish out huge power) can tell the difference between the upper tier bikes, like you said, an Expert/Pro vs Sworks, or something like Pinarello Gan vs F8/F10, Giant TCR Adv vs Adv SL

[sfo423]

Build list?

I built up an Sworks disc frame with UDI2 and the CL wheels (not CLX) for about $3500 less than a stock complete bike Sworks disc would have cost. That way I got the upgraded frame, but no Dura Ace and no bladed spokes. Something to consider.

[Kevinch76]

I just built up the SL6 Pro...really awesome bike

[KevinM]

Build list?

I built up an Sworks disc frame with UDI2 and the CL wheels (not CLX) for about $3500 less than a stock complete bike Sworks disc would have cost. That way I got the upgraded frame, but no Dura Ace and no bladed spokes. Something to consider.

FRONT DERAILLEUR, FD-R8050, ULTEGRA Di2, BRAZED-ON TYPE, F
REAR DERAILLEUR, RD-R8050, ULTEGRA Di2, SS 11-SPEED, TOP
SHIFT/BRAKE LEVER+CALIPERS,SET ST-R8070/BR-R8070,F&R DI2/HYD
SW CARBON SHALLOW RD BAR 31.8X 42cm
SW SL STEM W/EXPANDER PLUG POL 31.8x90 6D
TURBO COTTON TIRE 700X26C 700X26*
PV TUBE 700X20-28 80MM 700x20-28 80mm*
BT-DN110 BATTERY
ELECTRIC WIRE, BLACK EW-SD50 FOR E-TUBE DI2
Shimano EW90-A Di2 Cockpit Junction Box 3-Port/ not for Flight Deck
JUNCTION BOX-INTERNAL EW-SD50, ULTEGRA-DI2,SM-JC41
WIRELESS UNIT FOR Di2 SYSTEM, EW-WU111, E-TUBE PORT X2, FOR 52 COUNTRIES, IND.PACK
Shimano BCR2 Charger for internal Di2 Battery w/Charging Cord
CL 50 DISC WHEELSET SATIN CARBON/BLK 700c
SW TARMAC MEN SL6 DISC FRMSET CLGRY/TARBLK/CHAR 58
SRAM Red 11-Speed Hollow-pin Chain with PowerLock
Shimano Ultegra CS-R8000 11-Speed 11-28t Cassette
FRONT CHAINWHEEL, FC-R8000, ULTEGRA, FOR REAR 11-SPEED, HO
POWER ARC PRO SADDLE

[LBoogie28]

Build list?

I built up an Sworks disc frame with UDI2 and the CL wheels (not CLX) for about $3500 less than a stock complete bike Sworks disc would have cost. That way I got the upgraded frame, but no Dura Ace and no bladed spokes. Something to consider.

FRONT DERAILLEUR, FD-R8050, ULTEGRA Di2, BRAZED-ON TYPE, F
REAR DERAILLEUR, RD-R8050, ULTEGRA Di2, SS 11-SPEED, TOP
SHIFT/BRAKE LEVER+CALIPERS,SET ST-R8070/BR-R8070,F&R DI2/HYD
SW CARBON SHALLOW RD BAR 31.8X 42cm
SW SL STEM W/EXPANDER PLUG POL 31.8x90 6D
TURBO COTTON TIRE 700X26C 700X26*
PV TUBE 700X20-28 80MM 700x20-28 80mm*
BT-DN110 BATTERY
ELECTRIC WIRE, BLACK EW-SD50 FOR E-TUBE DI2
Shimano EW90-A Di2 Cockpit Junction Box 3-Port/ not for Flight Deck
JUNCTION BOX-INTERNAL EW-SD50, ULTEGRA-DI2,SM-JC41
WIRELESS UNIT FOR Di2 SYSTEM, EW-WU111, E-TUBE PORT X2, FOR 52 COUNTRIES, IND.PACK
Shimano BCR2 Charger for internal Di2 Battery w/Charging Cord
CL 50 DISC WHEELSET SATIN CARBON/BLK 700c
SW TARMAC MEN SL6 DISC FRMSET CLGRY/TARBLK/CHAR 58
SRAM Red 11-Speed Hollow-pin Chain with PowerLock
Shimano Ultegra CS-R8000 11-Speed 11-28t Cassette
FRONT CHAINWHEEL, FC-R8000, ULTEGRA, FOR REAR 11-SPEED, HO
POWER ARC PRO SADDLE

All this for $7500? Did you get a shop discount? S-works frameset is $4500...leaves 3k for Di2, wheels, cockpit, etc.?

[KevinM]

Build list?

I built up an Sworks disc frame with UDI2 and the CL wheels (not CLX) for about $3500 less than a stock complete bike Sworks disc would have cost. That way I got the upgraded frame, but no Dura Ace and no bladed spokes. Something to consider.

FRONT DERAILLEUR, FD-R8050, ULTEGRA Di2, BRAZED-ON TYPE, F
REAR DERAILLEUR, RD-R8050, ULTEGRA Di2, SS 11-SPEED, TOP
SHIFT/BRAKE LEVER+CALIPERS,SET ST-R8070/BR-R8070,F&R DI2/HYD
SW CARBON SHALLOW RD BAR 31.8X 42cm
SW SL STEM W/EXPANDER PLUG POL 31.8x90 6D
TURBO COTTON TIRE 700X26C 700X26*
PV TUBE 700X20-28 80MM 700x20-28 80mm*
BT-DN110 BATTERY
ELECTRIC WIRE, BLACK EW-SD50 FOR E-TUBE DI2
Shimano EW90-A Di2 Cockpit Junction Box 3-Port/ not for Flight Deck
JUNCTION BOX-INTERNAL EW-SD50, ULTEGRA-DI2,SM-JC41
WIRELESS UNIT FOR Di2 SYSTEM, EW-WU111, E-TUBE PORT X2, FOR 52 COUNTRIES, IND.PACK
Shimano BCR2 Charger for internal Di2 Battery w/Charging Cord
CL 50 DISC WHEELSET SATIN CARBON/BLK 700c
SW TARMAC MEN SL6 DISC FRMSET CLGRY/TARBLK/CHAR 58
SRAM Red 11-Speed Hollow-pin Chain with PowerLock
Shimano Ultegra CS-R8000 11-Speed 11-28t Cassette
FRONT CHAINWHEEL, FC-R8000, ULTEGRA, FOR REAR 11-SPEED, HO
POWER ARC PRO SADDLE

All this for $7500? Did you get a shop discount? S-works frameset is $4500...leaves 3k for Di2, wheels, cockpit, etc.?

There were definitely some discounts. When you spend that kind of money, you’ve got to find a good shop and negotiate for sure.

[sfo423]

I was thinking about a Pro frame build and don't think you can save much considering the Pro disc @ $6700 has di2 and Cl50 wheels .

Frame; $2500
Udi2: ~$2k
CL50 wheels: $1750
cockpit/saddle/tires/etc: $500

Even w/a discount, I'm not sure you can build it for much less than $6k.

Build list?

I built up an Sworks disc frame with UDI2 and the CL wheels (not CLX) for about $3500 less than a stock complete bike Sworks disc would have cost. That way I got the upgraded frame, but no Dura Ace and no bladed spokes. Something to consider.

FRONT DERAILLEUR, FD-R8050, ULTEGRA Di2, BRAZED-ON TYPE, F
REAR DERAILLEUR, RD-R8050, ULTEGRA Di2, SS 11-SPEED, TOP
SHIFT/BRAKE LEVER+CALIPERS,SET ST-R8070/BR-R8070,F&R DI2/HYD
SW CARBON SHALLOW RD BAR 31.8X 42cm
SW SL STEM W/EXPANDER PLUG POL 31.8x90 6D
TURBO COTTON TIRE 700X26C 700X26*
PV TUBE 700X20-28 80MM 700x20-28 80mm*
BT-DN110 BATTERY
ELECTRIC WIRE, BLACK EW-SD50 FOR E-TUBE DI2
Shimano EW90-A Di2 Cockpit Junction Box 3-Port/ not for Flight Deck
JUNCTION BOX-INTERNAL EW-SD50, ULTEGRA-DI2,SM-JC41
WIRELESS UNIT FOR Di2 SYSTEM, EW-WU111, E-TUBE PORT X2, FOR 52 COUNTRIES, IND.PACK
Shimano BCR2 Charger for internal Di2 Battery w/Charging Cord
CL 50 DISC WHEELSET SATIN CARBON/BLK 700c
SW TARMAC MEN SL6 DISC FRMSET CLGRY/TARBLK/CHAR 58
SRAM Red 11-Speed Hollow-pin Chain with PowerLock
Shimano Ultegra CS-R8000 11-Speed 11-28t Cassette
FRONT CHAINWHEEL, FC-R8000, ULTEGRA, FOR REAR 11-SPEED, HO
POWER ARC PRO SADDLE

All this for $7500? Did you get a shop discount? S-works frameset is $4500...leaves 3k for Di2, wheels, cockpit, etc.?