2012 Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact
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Whether it's winning the Tour de France or a local crit, Tarmac is made for racing,…
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Whether it's winning the Tour de France or a local crit, Tarmac is made for racing, with its powerful acceleration and razor-sharp handling. The Expert boasts the same ultralight SL3 frame construction as last year's Tour-winning bike, plus Ultegra components an FSA carbon crank, and Fulcrum 3.0 wheels for race-ready performance.
FACT IS 10r carbon SL3 frame with tapered head tube and elliptical seatstays is Pro-Tour proven to be stiff and fast without sacrificing compliance
The FACT carbon fork is light, stiff, and compliant with a tapered steerer
Race-ready Fulcrum 4 wheels are fast, light, and durable for high mileage training - made by Campagnolo for legendary performance
Adjustable four-position 3D-forged alloy stem with 31.8mm bar clamp for strength and versatile positioning
Shimano Ultegra 10-speed shifters are lightweight and laser-accurate for high-performance use
Specialized BG Romin Comp features a shaped profile for max power and hollow Cr-Mo rails for durability
Technical Specifications
FRAMESET
FRAME
Specialized FACT 10r carbon, FACT IS construction, compact race design, 1-1/2"" lower bearing, OSBB
FORK
Specialized FACT carbon, full monocoque, OS race for 1-1/2"" bearing
HEADSET
1-1/8 upper and 1-1/2"" lower Cr-Mo cartridge bearings integrated w/ headset, 8mm cone spacer with 20mm of spacers
SEAT BINDER
Forged alloy, 32.6mm
WHEELS
FRONT WHEEL
Fulcrum Racing 4
REAR WHEEL
Fulcrum Racing 4
FRONT TIRE
Specialized Turbo Elite w/BlackBelt protection, 100 TPI, aramid bead, 700x23c
REAR TIRE
Specialized Turbo Elite w/BlackBelt protection, 100 TPI, aramid bead, 700x23c
INNER TUBES
Lightweight, presta
DRIVETRAIN
SHIFT LEVERS
Shimano Ultegra STI, flight deck compatible, 10-speed
FRONT DERAILLEUR
Shimano Ultegra
REAR DERAILLEUR
Shimano Ultegra
CASSETTE
Shimano 105, 10-speed, 11-28t
CRANKSET
FSA SL-K Light BB30 carbon
CHAINRINGS
52/36
BOTTOM BRACKET
OS integrated, sealed bearings
CHAIN
Shimano 105
COCKPIT
HANDLEBARS
New Specialized Tarmac Expert, alloy
STEM
New CompSet 6061 alloy, cone head bolt, 12-degree, 4-degree shim 31.8mm
TAPE
Specialized Pro D2
SADDLE
Body Geometry Romin Comp, hollow Cr-Mo rails
SEATPOST
Specialized Comp carbon, 27.2mm
BRAKES
FRONT BRAKE
Shimano Ultegra
REAR BRAKE
Shimano Ultegra
BRAKE LEVERS
Shimano Ultegra STI, Flight Deck compatible
ACCESSORIES
PEDALS
Nylon flat test ride, loose ball, 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
| 490.0 | 520.0 | 540.0 | 560.0 | 580.0 | 610.0 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat-Tube Angle | 75.5° | 74° | 73.5° | 73.25° | 73° | 72.5° |
| Head-Tube Length | 100mm | 120mm | 145mm | 170mm | 205mm | 230mm |
| 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 | 586mm | 594mm | 610mm | 618mm |
| 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 | 981mm | 989mm | 1007mm | 1019mm |
| Crank Length | 170mm | 170mm | 172.5mm | 172.5mm | 175mm | 175mm |
| Stem Length | 75mm | 90mm | 100mm | 100mm | 110mm | 110mm |
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