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Dave
a Road RacerDate Reviewed: September 2, 2010
Strengths: Nicely designed entry-level race frame; has most benefits of the Tarmac without the need to refinance your home. Very comfortable when sized to your repugnant body type. LightweightWeaknesses: Everything is priced to move at an entry-level, but have not had anything malfunction yet and I've put about 700 miles on it so far. Not a very plush ride but then again it was designed to race, not tour.Bottom Line: Well this is for the 2010 model, but this site obviously hasn't updated their database in 3 yrs. Anyways, this entry-level racer was a fantastic value all around. It does have rather inferior group/wheel set but geez, for $650... I've ridden 50+ miles and no discomfort. I especially like the ergonomic drops that Specialized seems to, well, specialize in.
Favorite Ride: Peninsula
Price Paid:
$650.00
Purchased At: Eddy's Bike
Similar Products Used: Tarmac, Roubaix Elite, Giant Defy Adv 2&3, Trek Madone 4.5
Bike Setup: Stock, with Candy Cs
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IsThisAlreadyInUseToo?
a Recreational RiderDate Reviewed: July 6, 2009
Strengths: 105 group unlike most of the competition (Felt had 105 too). Looks. Geometry.Weaknesses: Saddle (gets uncomfortable on longer rides). Breaks can be weak unless adjusted.Bottom Line: Didn't have option for 2009. I wanted an entry bike with 105 components or better. I've owned Specialized in the past and they have been great bikes.
I've had this bike for a couple months and have put a few hundred miles on it so far. No real complaints yet. The components are great. I had a blown shifter but Shimano (and the LBS) warrantied it out quickly. The brakes were soft but I tightened up the barrel adjusters and they are stiffer and better than before. Rides better than I had imagined (I used to ride my MTB on the roads) and is stiff when I'm mashing on the pedals. Climbs well and shifting is great.
Favorite Ride: Anything 15-30 miles
Price Paid:
$1140.00
Purchased At: Old Town Bicycle
Similar Products Used: CAAD 9 5, Felt F85 and Z70.
Bike Setup: Stock. Look Keo clipless. Specialized cyclocomputer. Getting new saddle.
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John
a TriathleteDate Reviewed: May 21, 2009
Strengths: 105 Components all the way around, Seat is comfortable, Wheels role true.Weaknesses: Brakes need an upgrade.Bottom Line: I just purchased the Specialized Allez Sport Double Compact after much research between the Trek 2.1, Cannondale CAAD9 5 and Giant Defy 1. Overall, I really can't say anything bad about this bike for the money. The 105 components shift amazingly quick and the ride is very smooth. The brakes are a bit soft, but as long as you plan for a stop its fine.
Price Paid:
$1050.00
Similar Products Used: Trek 2.1, Cannondale CAAD9 5.
Bike Setup: Paint scheme in black is very sharp.
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HardRockCop
a Road RacerDate Reviewed: November 5, 2008
Strengths: 105 components are excellent, Satin Black paint scheme looks toughWeaknesses: No-namer brakes leave a little to be desired, saddle is decent but I would still prefer something with a little more comfort.Bottom Line: Having not much experience in the Road Bike world (MTB transfer) I wanted something slightly above a basic entry-level bike. Think bike rides smooth and shifts are extremely smooth and precise. The brakes, however, will need an upgrade quick. Maybe it's cause I'm used to my MTB's discs, but the brakes on this bike make ensure I plan for "stopping distances". Overall though, I think it's an excellent starter bike for me! When compared to the Treks, I got 10 speeds in the rear and 105's all the way around. Seemed like a better value than the 9 speed rear 105/Tiagra (heavy on the Tiagra) Trek 2.1 or Sora/Tiagra equipped Trek 1.5
Price Paid:
$1150.00
Purchased At: Ride Away Bicycles
Similar Products Used: Trek 1.5, Trek 2.1
Bike Setup: Cateye Computer, Shimano Pedals
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