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2015 Tarmac Elite

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The Tarmac Elite is a pure and unbridled race machine. It climbs effortlessly, descends…

Product Details

The Tarmac Elite is a pure and unbridled race machine. It climbs effortlessly, descends confidently, and sprints ferociously. Bottom line, you'll be faster on this bike. With a Shimano 105 drivetrain it's the perfect combination of performance and exceptional value.

Specialized Turbo Pro, 700x25c tires offer grip and fast rolling speed
The custom color—Rocket Red—is designed to naturally age over time. It will exhibit splashes of a dark rich color when exposed to prolonged direct sunlight. This finish is deliberate and therefore not covered under the traditional warranty policy.
FACT 9r carbon frame is ultra-stiff and lightweight for pure speed
Turn Zayante compact crankset delivers excellent power transfer and consistent shifting
Body Geometry Toupé Comp Gel saddle w/ hollow Cr-Mo rails for comfort without compromise
Shimano 105 brakes offer smooth and confident modulation
Shimano 105, 11-speed rear derailleur for crisp and dependable shifting
Fulcrum S5 wheelset is strong, reliable, and race-ready

Technical Specifications

FRAMESET

FRAME

Specialized FACT 9r carbon, FACT construction, compact race design, 1-3/8"" lower bearing, OSBB

FORK

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

HEADSET

1-1/8"" upper, 1-3/8"" lower, integrated Cr-Mo cartridge bearings, 20mm cone spacer, w/ 20mm spacers

SEAT BINDER

Alloy, 32.6mm

WHEELS

FRONT WHEEL

Fulcrum S5

REAR WHEEL

Fulcrum S5

FRONT TIRE

Specialized Turbo Pro, 127TPI, folding bead, BlackBelt protection, 700x25c

REAR TIRE

Specialized Turbo Pro, 127TPI, folding bead, BlackBelt protection, 700x25c

INNER TUBES

Standard, Presta valve

DRIVETRAIN

FRONT DERAILLEUR

Shimano 105, 11-speed

REAR DERAILLEUR

Shimano 105, 11-speed

SHIFT LEVERS

Shimano 105 STI, 11-speed

CASSETTE

Shimano 105, 11-speed, 11-28t

CHAIN

Shimano 105, 11-speed

CRANKSET

Praxis Works, TURN Zayante, BB30, 52/36

COCKPIT

STEM

Specialized Comp Multi, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 12-degree rise

HANDLEBARS

Specialized Comp, shallow drop, alloy, 125mm drop, 70mm reach

TAPE

Specialized Classic, w/ gel

SADDLE

Body Geometry Toupé Comp Gel, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm

SEATPOST

Specialized Comp, FACT carbon, 27.2mm

BRAKES

FRONT BRAKE

Shimano 105

REAR BRAKE

Shimano 105

ACCESSORIES

PEDALS

Nylon, loose ball bearings, w/ reflectors

* Weights based on production painted frames as pictured. Actual weights will vary based on colorway, frame size, and component variation. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Geometry

	49	52	54	56	58	61
Seat-Tube Angle	75.5°	74°	73.5°	73.25°	73°	72.5°
Head-Tube Length	100mm	120mm	140mm	160mm	190mm	210mm
Seat-Post Length	300mm	300mm	350mm	350mm	350mm	350mm
Head-Tube Angle	72.25°	73°	73°	73.5°	73.5°	74°
Chain-Stay Length	405mm	405mm	405mm	405mm	407mm	410mm
Top-Tube Length, Horizontal	518mm	537mm	548mm	565mm	582mm	600mm
Front-Center	576mm	576mm	583mm	591mm	605mm	612mm
Handle-Bar Width	400mm	420mm	420mm	420mm	440mm	440mm
Stand-Over Height	730mm	755mm	775mm	795mm	826mm	850mm
Seat-Tube Length, B-B Center to Top	460mm	490mm	510mm	530mm	550mm	580mm
Fork Rake	45mm	45mm	45mm	43mm	43mm	43mm
B-B Drop	71.5mm	71.5mm	69mm	69mm	67.5mm	67.5mm
Stack	504mm	526mm	543mm	564mm	591mm	612mm
Reach	386mm	386mm	387mm	395mm	402mm	408mm
Trail	62mm	57mm	57mm	56mm	56mm	53mm
Wheelbase	970mm	970mm	978mm	986mm	1003mm	1013mm
Crank Length	170mm	170mm	172.5mm	172.5mm	175mm	175mm
Stem Length	75mm	90mm	100mm	100mm	110mm	110mm