Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset 105, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Dolce E5 aluminum, full-smooth welding, integrated HS, carbon SS w/ Zertz
Suspension Fork
Dolce carbon, alloy crown, carbon steerer, Zertz inserts
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105
Shift Levers
Shimano 105 STI, flight deck compatible
Cassette
Shimano 105, 10-speed, 12-27t
Crank
Compact: Shimano FC-R600, Triple: Shimano FC-R553
Bottom Bracket
With Crankset
Chain
KMC X10 CP
Pedals
Silver cage/black body, w/ black toe clips and strap
Wheels
Front Hub
Forged alloy, sealed, 28h for J bend round spokes
Rear Hub
Forged alloy, sealed, cassette, QR, 32h
Rims
Mavic CXP-22 S, aluminum triple-wall, sleeve joint, CNC machined sidewalls, w/ eyelets
Spokes
Stainless 14g
Tires
Specialized All Condition Pro II, 700x23c, aramid bead, 120TPI, w/ Flak Jacket protection
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro cold-forged, dual pivot brake w/ cartridge pads
Brake Levers
Shimano 105 STI, flight deck compatible
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized Comp-Set, 3D forged alloy, 4-position adjustable, 4-bolt 31.8mm clamp
Handlebar
Specialized Women's Comp Ergo, 6061 alloy
Headset
Cage bearings integrated HS. w/ 20mm cone spacer and 20mm of flat spacers w/ top cap
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry women's Lithia w/ hollow Cr-Mo rails
Seatpost
Carbon wrapped, two-bolt clamp, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 44cm | 48cm | 51cm | 54cm | 57cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 263 mm | 263 mm | 263 mm | 263 mm | 264 mm |
| Front Center | 575 mm | 579 mm | 585 mm | 583 mm | 604 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 49 mm | 49 mm |
| Trail | 68 mm | 62 mm | 60 mm | 59 mm | 59 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 500 mm | 508 mm | 517 mm | 534 mm | 558 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.75 ° | 75.75 ° | 75.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 385 mm | 415 mm | 445 mm | 480 mm | 510 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.25 ° | 71.25 ° | 71.5 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 130 mm | 140 mm | 165 mm | 190 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 414 mm | 417 mm | 417 mm | 417 mm | 419 mm |
| Wheelbase | 978 mm | 985 mm | 991 mm | 989 mm | 1012 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 73 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm | 71 mm |
| Standover Height | 694 mm | 707 mm | 733 mm | 760 mm | 790 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Dolce Comp Compact completes the Specialized Dolce model. Specialized launched 55 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Specialized Dolce bikes models from 2010, by clicking 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 Endurance bikes
If you want an acceptable Endurance bike you should know that the average price is 2346$. However, you could also get a good Endurance bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Dolce Comp Compact components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Dolce Comp Compact model has 700c aluminum wheels. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Specialized Dolce Comp Compact is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.