or the build, this Allez features crisp and reliable Shimano Sora shifting, durable Axis Sport alloy wheels, our new super-comfy Body Geometry Bridge saddle, and well-protected RoadSport tires.
- Not only does a lightweight bike feel better when you're climbing up a hill, but it's also essential when you're carrying your bike up to the 5th floor, and this was at the forefront of the frame design. With a redesigned E5 Alloy frame, the Allez features a class-leading weight. Aggressively thin-walled, yet tough, tubes have been implemented to save weight and this results in over a 450g (1-pound) reduction in the frame and fork alone when compared to some models of yesteryear.
- Entry-level road bikes often times feature either alloy or cheap carbon fiber forks that greatly detract from the overall ride quality. But with a full FACT carbon fiber fork, the Allez is better handling, smoother riding, and lower in weight—floating over rough chip-seal and carving through corners like a slalom skier.
- For the geometry, we developed the Allez by utilizing our vast Retül fit database. This meant creating a geometry that's sure to cover a broad range of positions, while still providing the performance-minded handling you'd expect from your first bike.
- This Allez also features integrated rack and fender mounts, allowing you to get weight of your backpack off you and onto a lightweight rack. This not only makes for a good road bike, but it also enables you to transform it into a fast commuter.
Frameset
Frame: Specialized E5 Premium Aluminum, fully manipulated tubing w/ SmoothWelds, 1-1/8"- 1-3/8" tapered head tube, internal cable routing, threaded BB, 130mm spacing
Fork: Specialized FACT carbon, 1-1/8" to 1-3/8" taper, fender eyelets
Cockpit
Handlebars: Specialized Shallow Drop, 6061, 70x125mm, 31.8mm clamp
Stem: Specialized, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise
Tape: Specialized S-Wrap
Saddle: Body Geometry Bridge Saddle, steel rails
SeatPost: Alloy, 2-bolt Clamp, 12mm offset, 27.2mm, anti-corrosion hardware
Seat Binder: Bolt-type, 31.8mm
Brakes
Front Brake: Axis 1.0 caliper
Rear Brake: Axis 1.0 caliper
Drivetrain
Shift Levers: Shimano Sora, 9-speed
Front Derailleur: Shimano Sora, clamp-on
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Sora, 9-speed
Cassette: SunRace, 9-speed, 11-32t
Crankset: Praxis Alba
Chainrings: 40T
Bottom Bracket: Praxis 68mm BSA
Chain: KMC X9, 9-speed w/ Missing Link™
Wheels & tires
Front Wheel: Axis Sport
Rear Wheel: Axis Sport
Front Tire: RoadSport, 700x26mm
Rear Tire: RoadSport, 700x26mm
Inner Tubes: Presta, 40mm valve
