Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Claris -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum, fully manipulated tubing, smooth welded, women's endurance geometry, 1-1/8"" integrated headset, rack eyelets
Suspension Fork
Specialized FACT carbon legs, alloy crown/steerer, Zertz inserts
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 2300
Front Derailleur
Shimano 2300
Shift Levers
Shimano 2300 STI
Cassette
Shimano HG-50, 8-speed, 13-26t
Crank
Shimano 2300 triple
Bottom Bracket
Cr-Mo axle, 68mm x 113mm
Chain
KMC Z-51 nickel plate
Pedals
Nylon flat test ride, loose ball, w/ reflectors
Wheels
Front Hub
Forged aluminum, sealed bearing, QR, 32h
Rear Hub
Forged aluminum, double-sealed, cassette, QR, 32h
Rims
Alex S480, 32h
Spokes
Stainless 14g
Tires
Specialized Espoir Sport w/ double BlackBelt, 60 TPI, wire bead, 700x25c
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro forged alloy, dual Teflon pivot
Brake Levers
Secondary brake lever
Cockpit
Stem
Alloy, CP bolt,12-degree, 31.8mm
Handlebar
Specialized Women's Comp, alloy, shallow drop
Headset
1-1/8"" sealed Cr-Mo cartridge bearings integrated w/ headset, 20mm alloy cone spacer, w/ 20mm of spacers
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Women's Riva, 155mm
Seatpost
New Specialized Sport, alloy, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 44cm | 48cm | 51cm | 54cm | 57cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.45 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.55 mm | 1.55 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 263 mm | 263 mm | 263 mm | 263 mm | 264 mm |
| Front Center | 575 mm | 580 mm | 586 mm | 584 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 |
| Stack | 509 mm | 522 mm | 533 mm | 559 mm | 581 mm |
| Reach | 351 mm | 359 mm | 365 mm | 361 mm | 374 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 491 mm | 499 mm | 508 mm | 525 mm | 549 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.75 ° | 75.75 ° | 75.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 376 mm | 392 mm | 426 mm | 456 mm | 481 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 | 405 mm | 408 mm | 408 mm | 408 mm | 410 mm |
| Wheelbase | 969 mm | 976 mm | 983 mm | 981 mm | 1004 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 73 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm | 71 mm |
| Standover Height | 677 mm | 704 mm | 726 mm | 755 mm | 786 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Dolce Triple belongs to the Specialized Dolce model. Specialized launched 55 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Specialized Dolce bikes models from 2012, 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
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Endurance bike is 2346$. However, even though the average price of an Endurance bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Dolce Triple components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.
Wheels size
The wheels on Dolce Triple are the 700c aluminum type. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. 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 Triple is equipped with Rim brakes. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.