Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 50mm -
Fork SunTour NCX
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Groupset XT, SLX -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized M4 aluminum, Women's Fitness Geometry, women's double-butted tubesets w/ smooth welds, fender/rack braze-ons, forged dropouts, kickstand mount
Suspension Fork
Custom SR Suntour NCX, w/ custom Multi-Circuit Damping, custom coil/MCU spring weights, integrated remote hydraulic lockout lever, mag lowers, Cr-Mo stanchions, 50mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow, 10-speed, SGS cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano SLX, top swing, dual-pull
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX, 10-speed, trigger
Cassette
Shimano SLX, 10-speed, 11-36
Crank
Specialized Stout SL, 2 pc. 10-speed, w/ chainguard
Chain
KMC X10, 10-speed, reusable Missing Link
Pedals
Light alloy, loose ball, w/ reflectors
Wheels
Front Hub
Specialized Hi Lo disc, alloy, RCC bearing system, QR, 32h
Rear Hub
Specialized Hi Lo disc, alloy, RCC bearing system, QR, 32h
Rims
700c disc, alloy, sleeve joint, 32h
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Tires
Specialized Trigger Sport, 60TPI, wire bead, BlackBelt protection, 700x38c
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-M446, hydraulic disc, dual piston
Brake Levers
Shimano BL-M445, hydraulic
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise, anti-corrosion hardware
Handlebar
Specialized flat, 6061 double butted alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 31.8mm
Grips
Specialized Body Geometry XCT Women's, lock-on, closed end
Headset
Ahead, cartridge bearings, alloy top cap, 8mm cone spacer
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Women's Riva Comp, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 155mm
Seatpost
Specialized alloy, 2-bolt, 15mm offset, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Center | 614 mm | 627 mm | 641 mm | 657 mm | 673 mm |
| Rake | 38 mm | 38 mm | 38 mm | 38 mm | 38 mm |
| Trail | 91 mm | 91 mm | 91 mm | 91 mm | 91 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 556 mm | 568 mm | 581 mm | 596 mm | 611 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 345 mm | 395 mm | 440 mm | 485 mm | 550 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 85 mm | 105 mm | 120 mm | 135 mm | 160 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 441 mm | 441 mm | 441 mm | 441 mm | 441 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1048 mm | 1061 mm | 1075 mm | 1091 mm | 1107 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 687 mm | 725 mm | 758 mm | 790 mm | 836 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
Ariel Comp Disc belongs to the Specialized Ariel model. Specialized launched 45 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Specialized Ariel bikes models from 2015, here.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Fitness bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Fitness bike is 656$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Fitness bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Ariel Comp Disc components
Fork
The SunTour NCX is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 50mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Fork material
Ariel Comp Disc has a steel fork, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels
The Ariel Comp Disc 2015 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Ariel Comp Disc comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Ariel Comp Disc comes in 5 sizes, that range from 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.