Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset 105, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
49cm
155cm - 163cm
52cm
161cm - 169cm
54cm
166cm - 175cm
56cm
172cm - 181cm
58cm
178cm - 186cm
61cm
183cm - 191cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized FACT 10r carbon, Endurance Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, 12x142mm thru-axle, Future Shock suspension, 20mm of travel, flat disc mounts
Suspension Fork
Specialized FACT carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano 105, 11-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano 105 Ez, braze-on
Shift Levers
Shimano RS505 disc
Cassette
Shimano 105, 11-speed, 11-32t
Crank
Shimano RS510, 50/34T
Chain
KMC X11EL, 11-speed w/ Missing Link™
Pedals
Nylon, 105x78x28mm, loose balls w/ reflectors
Wheels
Rims
DT R470 Disc, sealed cartridge hubs, 14g spokes, 24h
Tires
Turbo Pro, 60 TPI, folding bead, BlackBelt protection, 700x28mm
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano RS505, hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise
Handlebar
Specialized Comp Hover Bar, 6061 alloy, 70x125mm w/ Di2 hole
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Phenom Comp, Adaptive Edge design, Hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm
Seatpost
Specialized CG-R, FACT carbon, single-bolt, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 49cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 61cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.5 mm | 1.55 mm | 1.57 mm | 1.62 mm | 1.68 mm | 1.71 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 258 mm | 258 mm | 260 mm | 260 mm | 261 mm | 261 mm |
| Front Center | 580 mm | 586 mm | 584 mm | 590 mm | 605 mm | 612 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 58.5 mm | 57 mm | 61 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 52 mm |
| Stack | 540 mm | 560 mm | 576 mm | 602 mm | 635 mm | 656 mm |
| Reach | 360 mm | 362 mm | 366 mm | 372 mm | 377 mm | 383 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 518 mm | 525.9 mm | 536 mm | 552.8 mm | 567.3 mm | 579.5 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 425 mm | 462 mm | 481 mm | 501 mm | 522 mm | 563 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 72 ° | 72.25 ° | 72.75 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 74 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm | 150 mm | 185 mm | 205 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 404 mm | 404 mm | 406 mm | 406 mm | 409 mm | 409 mm |
| Wheelbase | 972 mm | 978 mm | 978 mm | 984 mm | 1002 mm | 1009 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 77 mm | 77 mm | 76 mm | 76 mm | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Standover Height | 706 mm | 734 mm | 753 mm | 776 mm | 804 mm | 835 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 155 cm | 161 cm | 166 cm | 172 cm | 178 cm | 183 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 163 cm | 169 cm | 175 cm | 181 cm | 186 cm | 191 cm |
Model Overview
Roubaix Elite belongs to the Specialized Roubaix model. 195 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2018 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Specialized Roubaix Sport 2018 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2200$. Specialized Men’s S-Works Roubaix Di2 – Sagan Collection 2018 is the most expensive one and costs 11000$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Endurance bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Endurance bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2346$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Endurance bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 2800$. In conclusion, this bike price is 19.35% more expensive than the price of the average Endurance bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels size
The wheels on Roubaix Elite are the 700c aluminum type. 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
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This bike is available in 6 sizes. They vary from 155 cm – 191 cm (5.09 ft – 6.27 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.