Is Specialized Roubaix worth it?
The Roubaix pulls off the neat trick of being a road bike that can do so much more than just ride on tarmac. With squishy tubeless tyres and that Future Shock, it’s one of the most versatile bikes I’ve ridden in years and, critically, it’s loads of fun. The Expert spec leaves very little to be desired.
Can you ride a Specialized Roubaix on gravel?
The roubaix is a great choice for gravel if it’s not too chunky. You are certainly not going to hurt the frame. While the trend is toward wider tires, you can have a significant advantage on some courses running narrower tires when everyone else is running big.
What year is Specialized Roubaix SL4?
Specialized released the first generation Roubaix in 2008 and it’s been winning races ever since….Spec.
| Specialized Roubaix SL4 Double | |
|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized SL4 FACT 8r carbon, FACT carbon fork |
| Groupset | Shimano Sora |
| Brakes | Axis 1.0 |
| Chainset | Shimano Sora, 50/34 |
What is the difference between Specialized Roubaix and tarmac?
Specialized Roubaix The chassis has become more aerodynamic – even more so than the Tarmac SL6 (by 8-10 seconds), and it’s lighter than the Venge. Models start with Shimano 105 and hydraulic disc brakes and shoot up to the Roubaix S-Works SRAM Red eTap AXS model which also comes in a Sagan Collection paint job.
Is the Specialized Roubaix a good climbing bike?
For riders looking for an endurance specialist that does a great job of killing road shocks then the Specialized Roubaix Comp fits the bill incredibly well. Just don’t expect it to light up the roads with a blistering turn of speed or an anti-gravity level of climbing prowess.
Is Roubaix a good bike?
Specialized Roubaix Sport review: fast AND comfortable, this is the ultimate road bike all-rounder. You might get more expensive components on similarly priced rivals but this is one of the most comfortable and technologically accomplished frames for the money. It’s one of our favourite “get out and ride” road bikes.
Is the Specialized Roubaix fast?
Our concept of “Smoother is Faster” began with our FSR suspension and we quickly applied it to the road. 16-years and seven Paris-Roubaix wins later, that concept’s become a complete obsession for designing the fastest machine on the cobbles. The new Roubaix is our fastest and most capable yet.
What is the largest tire you can put on a Specialized Roubaix?
The Roubaix is able to fit up to 33mm tires. It will come stock from the factory with 28mm tires.
How many times has a Specialized Roubaix won Paris Roubaix?
15-years and seven Paris-Roubaix wins after the Roubaix made its debut, our “Smoother is Faster” concept had spiraled into a complete obsession for designing the fastest machine on the cobbles. In 2019, the all-new Roubaix delivered the perfect balance of aerodynamics, light overall weight, and compliance.
What is a Roubaix bike?
The Roubaix is an endurance road bike. That means it is made for long days in the saddle. I think it’s perfect for RAGBRAI. The Roubaix also has the Zertz inserts in the fork and rear chain stays that help with road vibration giving it a more comfortable ride.
Is Tarmac better than Roubaix?
Final thoughts. The updated version of the Tarmac race bike is everything a rider would want. The frame is made from lower-grade carbon, making it light and enhancing its stability. For this reason, you are better off with the Specialized Roubaix bike.
Which is better Tarmac or Roubaix?
have owned both, sold my tarmac when I got my roubaix, roubaix is slightly heavier but slightly more aero than the tarmac, it’s WAY more comfortable to ride (future shock and pave seatpost combined with bigger tires), takes bigger tires (33s will fit easy).
Which is Roubaix disc does specialized Australia use?
For this review, Specialized Australia provided an S-Works Tarmac Di2 Disc and a Roubaix SL4 Pro Disc Race Di2 from the 2015 catalogue.
What’s the difference between specialized tarmac and Roubaix?
The size 54 S-Works Tarmac sent for review weighed 7.00kg (sans pedals and cages) compared to 7.80kg for the Roubaix SL4 Pro (also size 54). For more information on either bike, including a look at the new colours and specifications for 2016 models, visit Specialized.
Is the Specialized Roubaix SL4 a gravel bike?
Intrigued by this smooth ride, we took the SL4 out again, this time for 60 miles of almost all unmetalled roads, and it shone even more brightly. Specialized doesn’t claim the Roubaix as a ‘gravel’ or adventure bike (it has the Diverge for that), but it’s one very capable machine on rougher surfaces. Climbing on the Roubaix is a joy.
When did specialized make the first road disc bike?
Specialized created its first road disc bike when it overhauled the Roubaix for 2013. Two disc models were included with the release of the Roubaix SL4 and the number of options has grown steadily such that there are now six models, including a high-end S-Works version.