Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Sora -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized FACT 9r carbon, FACT construction, Women's Endurance Geometry and layup, Zertz, threaded BB
Suspension Fork
Specialized Ruby, FACT carbon full monocoque, Zertz
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Sora, 9-Speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Sora, braze-on, 9-speed
Shift Levers
Shimano Sora STI, 9-speed
Cassette
Shimano HG-50, 9-speed, 11-32
Crank
Shimano Sora
Bottom Bracket
Power Spline BB, Cr-Mo axle
Chain
KMC X9, w/ reusable Missing Link
Pedals
Nylon flat test ride, loose ball, w/ reflectors
Wheels
Rims
AXIS 1.0
Tires
Specialized Espoir, 60TPI, foldable aramid bead, double BlackBelt protection, 700x25c
Brakes
Brakes
AXIS 1.0
Brake Levers
Shimano Sora
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized Comp-Set, 3D forged alloy, 4-position adjustable, 4-bolt, 31.8mm clamp
Handlebar
Specialized Women's Comp, alloy, 123mm drop, 75mm reach
Headset
1-1/8"" Cr-Mo cartridge bearings, 20mm cone spacer, w/ 20mm of spacers
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Women's Riva Sport, 155mm
Seatpost
Specialized Comp, carbon, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 44cm | 48cm | 51cm | 54cm | 57cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.45 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.52 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 263 mm | 263 mm | 263 mm | 263 mm | 264 mm |
| Front Center | 577 mm | 584 mm | 587 mm | 591 mm | 614 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 49 mm | 49 mm |
| Trail | 68 mm | 62 mm | 60 mm | 59 mm | 59 mm |
| Stack | 515 mm | 528 mm | 543 mm | 565 mm | 587 mm |
| Reach | 355 mm | 367 mm | 367 mm | 371 mm | 387 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 506 mm | 519 mm | 526 mm | 536 mm | 563 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 363 mm | 391.5 mm | 421.5 mm | 456.5 mm | 486.5 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.25 ° | 71.25 ° | 71.5 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm | 165 mm | 190 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 409 mm | 412 mm | 412 mm | 412 mm | 414 mm |
| Wheelbase | 974 mm | 985 mm | 988 mm | 992 mm | 1018 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 73 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm | 71 mm |
| Standover Height | 699 mm | 718 mm | 737 mm | 765 mm | 789 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
Ruby Compact belongs to the Specialized Ruby model. Specialized released 78 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Specialized Ruby bikes models from 2014, here.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Endurance bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of an Endurance bike that is reliable is 2346$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on an Endurance bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Ruby Compact components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels size
The Ruby Compact 2014 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 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
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Ruby Compact comes with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.