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Budweiser
a Recreational Rider
from Date Reviewed: March 22, 2011
Strengths: -This bike can be used for either training or entry level racing.
-Mine came in a sporty red paint scheme with black components and wheels.
-The bike is comfortable and light. I feel more confident every ride.
-No Buyer's Remorse in terms of price or design.
-Upgradable within reason (To me 105 is the absolute limit)
Weaknesses: -The bike almost feels a little too plush.
-The Specialized brand tires aren't bad, but they're definitely going away. They don't give good feedback (maybe that's the point)
Bottom Line: This actually for the 2011 Allez Double with A1 frame and FACT carbon fork. I bought this bike mainly for exercise and unwinding after work, but will be entering a couple of biathons with it. I noticed bike has a serious redesign from 2010 that includes some older Tarmac technology. The top tube is distinctively wide and curved down, the seat post tube actually turns more square as it meet the BB, and the chainstays are curved while the seatstays are straight. As this is an entry level bike it comes with the base model Shimano 2300 9-speed with STI shifters. The brakes look like some type of no-name component, but they have a quick release and seem to work OK. The wheels are Mavic and the tires are Specialized brand. So far I've found this bike to ride and function well. The ride is comfortable on even the worst NYC surfaces. The 2300 shifts decently and is all most rec riders need, but I will eventually upgrade to the 105 group because I like the upgraded ergonomics and design of the 5700 STI more. Overall, the bike feels light and confident. I looked at comparably price bikes and it just seems like the manufacturer was doing something screwy with the components. The Allez Double is straightforward in set up in my opinion.
Favorite Ride: Most anything without cars.
Price Paid:
$829.00
Purchased At: Gotham Bikes
Similar Products Used: KHS, GT
Bike Setup: Stock w bottle cage and SPD pedals
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streetcop
a Recreational Rider
from Date Reviewed: February 3, 2011
Strengths: Seems durable...I've tipped over a couple times (darn pedals), and endoed once. No damage to speak of, nothing knocked out of whack.Weaknesses: Original brakes were ok (I didn't know any better), but i found a vast improvement when I put Dura-Ace pads on at 2300miles.Bottom Line: 2008 Allez Double. I've ridden the bike nearly 3,000 miles in three summers. No troubles, no complaints. Replaced OEM tires at 2,200 miles (rotated front/back at 1,000 miles). I've riden a couple of centuries without any comfort complaints. Everything I've hoped for in a starter bike. Nice value for the price.
Price Paid:
$750.00
Purchased At: LBS
Bike Setup: Allez w/ Shimano SPD-SL pedels, Dura-Ace brake pads, Cat eye micro wireless, Continental Grand Prix 4000s tires.
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scottrs
a Recreational Rider
from Date Reviewed: November 21, 2010
Strengths: Ride quality! Value; brings everything you want at a great price-$600 for frameset with headset and seatpost at full MSRP.Weaknesses: I have not owned it long but at this point no weaknesses have been identified.Bottom Line: This review is for the 2011 Specialized E5 Aluminum Allez Comp frameset. I bought this as an interim frameset after selling my 2010 S Works Tarmac frameset. All I can say is wow; I cannot imagine that there is even an equal let alone better frameset available for anywhere near this price. I expected the ride quality to be a bit harsh but it rides very smoothly; it even seems to be a bit more smooth than the Tarmac. Stiff, reasonably light, smooth riding and inexpensive; what else could you hope for?
Favorite Ride: Oracle to San Manuel
Price Paid:
$600.00
Purchased At: LBS
Similar Products Used: Nothing I have ridden even begins to approach the value proposition that this frame offers.
Bike Setup: Dura Ace, Enve wheels..typical S Works build.
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GMember
a Recreational Rider
from Date Reviewed: June 17, 2009
Strengths: price, carbon fork, drivetrain works very solid even with Sora, reasonable weight.Weaknesses: Stock brakes. They have little power and the pads aren't adjustable at all. Tires. They have a wire bead and are 300+ grams. Wheels. Not bad, but around 2000 grams for the pair. Will be one of the first major upgrades.Bottom Line: Above, it says my bike is a 2007 but really it's a 2009 (cause the menu wouldn't let me go higher than 07). This was my first road bike after years of mtn riding. At first I was shocked at the difference in handling. I never thought I would get used to the "on a rail" feeling of road riding. Well this bike has made me a believer in regular road rides! It feels great, if maybe a bit rough, but hey, I can handle a bit of road buzz. The price on this thing is quite great, considered that most high end road equipment costs more than the entire Allez! All around, a perfect first time road ride that can be tuned for more serious performance.
Favorite Ride: 35 miles with Peck Orchard climb!
Price Paid:
$600.00
Purchased At: New England Bicycle
Similar Products Used: none, this was my first road bike
Bike Setup: different from stock:
105 crankset, Michelin Pro Race 3 tires, new brake pads with adjustable toe in.
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oestrada
a Road Racer
from Date Reviewed: October 4, 2008
Strengths: Stiffness, light, value for the money.Weaknesses: Stock pedals sucksBottom Line: Used to be a MTB rider and decided to change style. Took this because the affordable price. Amazed by:
- Riding style is so different to MTB. Speed, distance, smoothness.
- Bike by itself,
1.with stock equipment, the dealer weighted and it was only 19 pounds!!.
2. at the beginning, shifting gears was not that smooth, but after first ridings and lubing with dry lube with ceramic, everything changed. They feel responsive and with no complains.
3. I got rid of the stock pedals (with straps) for an entry level pair of PD-R540 and the stock brake calipers (installed 105 pair). The command on the bike was improved dramatically.
4. the bike came with the same aluminum frame that others top level models and the fork is Carbon Fiber (what else can I say).
5. The tires look not safe for being used in wet conditions. But I had to ride under a rainy day (Mr. Meteó failed the forecast) and believe me... they were very responsive and safe.
Very happy with this entry level model. It accomplishes all my training needs so far.
Favorite Ride: 60 km from home to CN Tower low hills including.
Price Paid:
$750.00
Purchased At: Biikes & Skiies, Mis
Similar Products Used: 1st road bike
Bike Setup: Stock plus:
1. SPD-SL PD-R540 Shimano Pedals.
2. 105 Shimano Brake calipers.
3. Specialized carbon fiber Bottle Cage.
4. Cyclo computer Cat eye Velo 8.
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