Specialized Allez Road Bike
Best versatile road bike for beginners and endurance-focused weekend riders.
This is the gold standard for entry-level road cycling, blending a featherweight alloy frame with endurance geometry that keeps you comfortable for hours. It sacrifices the raw, twitchy speed of a dedicated race bike, but gains the versatility and stability needed for everything from spirited weekend climbs to daily commuting.
$1599.99
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Littleton Bike & Fitness
Who it's for
- Aspiring racers seeking carbon-like handling on a budget
- Commuters and riders needing a reliable, all-weather workhorse
- New cyclists wanting premium geometry at an accessible price
Who should skip it
- Climbers prioritizing minimal weight for steep ascents
- Performance riders demanding precise, long-lasting drivetrain shifting
- Cyclists sensitive to road vibration and harsh ride quality
Performance breakdown
Frame Weight
Class-leading E5 alloy construction keeps the overall build impressively nimble.
Handling Stability
Endurance geometry provides predictable, confident control on winding descents.
Braking Performance
Dual-piston mechanical discs offer reliable stopping power in all weather conditions.
Versatility
Rack and fender mounts make this a capable daily commuter machine.
Climbing Capability
Wide-range gearing ensures you can tackle steep gradients without burning out.
Ride Comfort
Carbon fork and generous tire clearance effectively dampen road vibrations.
Key Specs
Frame
Specialized E5 Premium Aluminum, flat mount disc, rack and fender eyelets, fully manipulated tubing w/ SmoothWelds, internal cable routing, threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle
Fork
Specialized FACT full carbon, flat mount disc, 1-1/8" to 1-3/8" taper, fender eyelets, 12x100mm thru-axle
Wheels
SunRace, 8-speed, 11-32t
Tires
Specialized Roadsport, 700X30c
Bottom Bracket
Shimano 68mm threaded
Crankset
Shimano Claris R200 - 50/34t
Chainrings
50/34T
Shifters
SHIMANO STR2000R CLARIS SHIFT/BRAKE LEVER, CLARIS, RIGHT, 8-SPEED,W/????MM SL INNER(PRE- ASSEMBLED)W/O (OUTER, OUTER STOPPER, CABLE GUIDE), BULK
Front Derailleur
Shimano Claris, 8-speed, braze-on
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Claris, 8-speed
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