Specialized Allez E5 Road Bike

All too often, corners are cut to meet price-points in the entry-level road bike market, but the Allez redefines what it means to be ´´entry level.´´ Focusing on weight, refinement, and reliability like nothing else in its class, the Allez is the first to make these technologies accessible to everyone. Whether you´re just getting into road cycling, commuting, or looking for a new bike, the Allez is just as performance-packed as it is versatile.

For the build, this Allez features reliable Shimano Claris shifting, durable Axis Sport alloy wheels, our new super-comfy Body Geometry Bridge saddle, and well-protected RoadSport tires.

Features:

– Not only does a lightweight bike feel better when you´re climbing up a hill, but it´s also essential when you´re carrying your bike up to the 5th floor, and this was at the forefront of the frame design. With a redesigned E5 Alloy frame, the Allez features a class-leading weight. Aggressively thin-walled, yet tough, tubes have been implemented to save weight and this results in over a 450g (1-pound) reduction in the frame and fork alone when compared to some models of yesteryear.
– Entry-level road bikes often times feature either alloy or cheap carbon fiber forks that greatly detract from the overall ride quality. But with a full FACT carbon fiber fork, the Allez is better handling, smoother riding, and lower in weight—floating over rough chip-seal and carving through corners like a slalom skier.
– For the geometry, we developed the Allez by utilizing our vast Retül fit database. This meant creating a geometry that´s sure to cover a broad range of positions while still providing the performance-minded handling you´d expect from your first bike.
– This Allez also features integrated rack and fender mounts, allowing you to get weight of your backpack off you and onto a lightweight rack. This not only makes for a good road bike, but it also enables you to transform it into a fast commuter

Main Specs
Frame: Specialized E5 Premium Aluminum, fully manipulated tubing w/ SmoothWelds, 1-1/8- 1-3/8 tapered head tube, internal cable routing, threaded BB, 130mm spacing
Fork: Specialized FACT carbon, 1-1/8 to 1-3/8 taper, fender eyelets

Groupset
Derailleur: Shimano Claris, clamp-on
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Claris, 8-speed
Shifters: Shimano Claris 2000, 8-speed
Cranks: Shimano Claris R200
Chainrings: 50/34T
Cassette: SunRace, 8-speed, 11-32t
Front Brake: Tektro, alloy, dual-pivot
Rear Brake: Tektro, alloy, dual-pivot
Bottom Bracket: Shimano

Wheels
Rims: Axis Sport
Tires: RoadSport, 700x26mm

Components
Handlebar: Specialized Shallow Drop, 6061, 70x125mm, 31.8mm clamp
Stem: Specialized, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise
Saddle: Body Geometry Bridge Saddle, steel rails
Seatpost: Alloy, 2-bolt Clamp, 12mm offset, 27.2mm, anti-corrosion hardware