The stiff light race-inspired Allez offers great acceleration & handlingperfect for an aspiring racer or as a first road bike if youre just getting into the sport. The all-new 8-speed Shimano Claris drivetrain & light wheels will improve your efficiency over any terrain.> Double-butted smooth-welded A1 Premium Aluminium frame offers quality durability & light weight while featuring our race proven geometry for precise handling> Specialized A1 Premium Aluminium fork provides lightweight & predictable steering> Comp oversized aluminium bar is stiff & light for serious performance & features Specialized S-Wrap bar tape for tacky grip & superior vibration damping> Never miss a critical shift with Shimano 2400 Claris STI shifters> Supportive Body Geometry Riva Road Gel saddle is the perfect combination of comfort & efficiency FRAME Specialized A1 Premium Aluminium fully-manipulated tubing w/ smooth welds 1-1/8" lower bearing FORK A1 Premium Aluminium alloy steerer/crown 1-1/8"HEADSET 1-1/8" sealed Cr-Mo cartridge bearings integrated w/ headset 20mm alloy cone spacer w/ 20mm of spacers STEM Cast alloy 4-bolt 31.8mm clamp HANDLEBARS Specialized Comp shallow bend TAPE Specialized S-Wrap w/ bar shapers FRONT BRAKE Tektro dual pivot REAR BRAKE Tektro dual pivot BRAKE LEVERS Shimano 2400 Claris FRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano 2400 Claris REAR DERAILLEUR Shimano 2400 Claris SHIFT LEVERS Shimano 2400 Claris STICASSETTE Shimano HG-50 8-speed 11-30CHAIN KMC Z51CRANKSET Shimano 2400 Claris compact CHAINRINGS 50/34BOTTOM BRACKET Shimano Octalink spline PEDALS Nylon flat test ride loose ball w/ reflectors FRONT WHEEL AXIS Classic REAR WHEEL AXIS Classic FRONT TYRE Specialized Espoir Sport 60TPI wire bead double Black Belt protection 700x 25c REAR TYRE Specialized Espoir Sport 60TPI wire bead double Black Belt protection 700x 25c INNER TUBES Standard presta valve SADDLE Body Geometry Riva Road Gel 143mm SEATPOST Specialized Sport alloy 2-bolt 27.2mm SEAT BINDER Alloy 31.8mm