Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL8
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I’m sure I’ve missed it, but is there a list of frame weights at different sizes, colors, etc. I think Ryan often had this data handy.
I’m curious about the blue onyx colour or something similar with minimal branding vs other SW
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I’m curious about the blue onyx colour or something similar with minimal branding vs other SW
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500 mm + 1000 mm
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Specialized Aethos SUB5
Specialized Tarmac SL8 - 5.35 kgs
Specialized Tarmac SL6 - 5.16 kgs
Scott SPARK RC 900 SL SUB 8
Specialized Epic HT - 6.18 kgs
Specialized Aethos SUB5
Specialized Tarmac SL8 - 5.35 kgs
Specialized Tarmac SL6 - 5.16 kgs
Scott SPARK RC 900 SL SUB 8
Specialized Epic HT - 6.18 kgs
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I sized down from a 54 RPT S-Works to 52 blue onyx pro frame.
RPT 54 Frame was - 678 - Uncut Fork - 374
Blue 52 Frame was - 787 - Uncut Fork - 359
Both weighed without hardware
I couldn't tell a difference in frame feel when I swapped if anyone was curious.
RPT 54 Frame was - 678 - Uncut Fork - 374
Blue 52 Frame was - 787 - Uncut Fork - 359
Both weighed without hardware
I couldn't tell a difference in frame feel when I swapped if anyone was curious.
Great. Thank you. This is a nice comparison. RTP is one of the lightest SW options right. So at most the weight difference is ~100g. likely less for most other SW colours?kgcx wrote:I sized down from a 54 RPT S-Works to 52 blue onyx pro frame.
RPT 54 Frame was - 678 - Uncut Fork - 374
Blue 52 Frame was - 787 - Uncut Fork - 359
Both weighed without hardware
I couldn't tell a difference in frame feel when I swapped if anyone was curious.
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Long story short, happy Venge owner since 2019, in 2023 I bought an SL7 in entry level kit (Rival, Roval C38) and have been training on the SL7 during the winter. Yesterday I used the Venge again, and to my surprise, yes, it is faster (it is specced with top end kit) but I prefer how the SL7 feels (more stable, more comfortable). I am now toeying with the idea of a top specced SL8, any thoughts or comparison for those who have done the same? My Venge is now 5 years old.
Confirmation bias should tell you that anyone who made the switch will be convinced the SL8 is "better"parajba wrote: ↑Sun Mar 24, 2024 7:00 amLong story short, happy Venge owner since 2019, in 2023 I bought an SL7 in entry level kit (Rival, Roval C38) and have been training on the SL7 during the winter. Yesterday I used the Venge again, and to my surprise, yes, it is faster (it is specced with top end kit) but I prefer how the SL7 feels (more stable, more comfortable). I am now toeying with the idea of a top specced SL8, any thoughts or comparison for those who have done the same? My Venge is now 5 years old.
I also have the Venge since 2019 as I didn't think the sl7 was a significant enough upgrade to justify the change. I've been lucky enough to have the Sl8 pro out for a two week demo though and I have really enjoyed riding this bike.parajba wrote: ↑Sun Mar 24, 2024 7:00 amLong story short, happy Venge owner since 2019, in 2023 I bought an SL7 in entry level kit (Rival, Roval C38) and have been training on the SL7 during the winter. Yesterday I used the Venge again, and to my surprise, yes, it is faster (it is specced with top end kit) but I prefer how the SL7 feels (more stable, more comfortable). I am now toeying with the idea of a top specced SL8, any thoughts or comparison for those who have done the same? My Venge is now 5 years old.
As you say the Venge is fast and I really love riding it on fast group rides but I was amazed at the comfort of the Sl8 and it just loves to climb .... as for the aero claims re the Sl8 I don't know if it's faster than the venge but I'd imagine with the roval rapide cockpit ( which I also have on the venge) there would be very little difference.
So I'm now building up an Sl8 but going to keep my venge for now and will make a decision on selling or not later.
Just had an idea. I could simply buy the SL8 frame and new cockpit, and transfer over my Roval CLX II 50, saddle, Di2 Durace 11sp.Charlie69 wrote: ↑Sun Mar 24, 2024 12:41 pmI also have the Venge since 2019 as I didn't think the sl7 was a significant enough upgrade to justify the change. I've been lucky enough to have the Sl8 pro out for a two week demo though and I have really enjoyed riding this bike.parajba wrote: ↑Sun Mar 24, 2024 7:00 amLong story short, happy Venge owner since 2019, in 2023 I bought an SL7 in entry level kit (Rival, Roval C38) and have been training on the SL7 during the winter. Yesterday I used the Venge again, and to my surprise, yes, it is faster (it is specced with top end kit) but I prefer how the SL7 feels (more stable, more comfortable). I am now toeying with the idea of a top specced SL8, any thoughts or comparison for those who have done the same? My Venge is now 5 years old.
As you say the Venge is fast and I really love riding it on fast group rides but I was amazed at the comfort of the Sl8 and it just loves to climb .... as for the aero claims re the Sl8 I don't know if it's faster than the venge but I'd imagine with the roval rapide cockpit ( which I also have on the venge) there would be very little difference.
So I'm now building up an Sl8 but going to keep my venge for now and will make a decision on selling or not later.
I am not interested in the 12 speed Di2, I consider mine to be 10 out of 10 already, but how are the new version of my wheels? Weight seems the same, any real differences?
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