The 2021 Specialized Allez Elite in Satin Black is a light, fast road bike that is a great next step for new road riders & also makes a great winter training bike or fast commuter. The Allez Elite comes with 11 speed Shimano 105 gearing, for smooth reliable shifting & durable DT Swiss R460 alloy wheels. The Allez has been our go-to beginners road bike for as years. They have always been a great mix of value & performance. With the 2021 Allez Specialized have made the bike lighter & enhanced the geometry to give a better fit & ride. As part of Specialized’s ‘ Beyond Gender’ philosophy the Allez is now available in three colours & in sizes from 44cm to 61cm. 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 your flat. With a redesigned E5 Alloy frame, the Allez features a class-leading weight that is over a 450 grams lighter when compared to some models of yesteryear. Entry-level road bikes often times feature either alloy or cheap carbon fibre forks that greatly detract from the overall ride quality. But with a full FACT carbon fibre fork, the Allez is better handling, smoother riding, & lower in weight. So floating over rough roads & carving through corners like a slalom skier. The Allez is a properly capable road bike that will let you keep up on sportives & club rides but Specialized also know it’s really popular as a fast commuter so they have added all the mounts you need for mudguards & pannier racks. The 105 equipment fitted to the Allez Elite is well known as the workhorse of the Shimano road gearing range. 105 equipment works well, lasts for ages & doesn’t cost the earth to replace when it eventually wears out. Coupled with the lightweight frame & carbon fork this makes the Allez Elite a great value package. This bike is perfect for Experienced riders who want an affordable training bike or fast commuter, or new riders who are looking for a bike that will take their riding to the next level. Key Features Lightweight Specialized E5 aluminium frame Full FACT carbon fibre fork Shimano 105 gearing Integrated rack & fender mounts Please be aware that in natural light the Specialized logo on the downtube of the frame looks grey/black. It only looks blue when caught by car headlights or camera flash.