Specialized Allez

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Algupära

1981. Allez debüteeris ühe esimese masstoodetud alumiiniumist maanteerattana ajal, mil teras domineeris turul. Specialized, mille asutas 1974. aastal Mike Sinyard, oli teerajaja taskukohase jõudlusega rattasõidus — Allezist sai nende sissepääs maanteeratta maailma ja see on seda olnud üle 40 aasta.

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Tehnilised andmed

Raam: E5 Premium Aluminum, SmoothWelds, internal routing, threaded BB, flat-mount disc, 12x142 thru-axle (Allez Sprint: D'Alusio Smartweld aero alloy ~1200-1300 g)
Kahvel: FACT full carbon, 1-1/8" to 1-3/8" taper, flat-mount disc, 12x100 thru-axle, fender eyelets — standard on all models
Jõuülekanne: Shimano CUES 1×10 (Allez 2026); Shimano 105 2×12 mechanical (Allez Comp 2026)
Pidurid: Hydraulic disc (2024+): Shimano CUES on base, Shimano 105 hydraulic disc 160 mm on Comp
Rattad: Axis Sport Disc alloy wheelset, 700c (heavy stock wheels are common first upgrade)
Rehvid: RoadSport 700x30 (Allez); Turbo Pro 700x30 (Allez Comp) — 30 mm clearance
Vedrustus: Rigid — full carbon fork, no suspension; road race/endurance bike
Rooliplokk: Alloy bar/stem/seatpost (Specialized own-brand, build-dependent)
Sadul: Specialized Body Geometry saddle on alloy seatpost (build-dependent)
Geomeetria: Endurance road (Allez): relaxed, taller head tube, shorter reach. Race road (Allez Sprint): Tarmac SL7 geometry, aggressive low/long. 700c.
Kaal: No official weight published; ~9.5-10.5 kg complete bike (community estimate); Sprint frameset under 1300 g

Tunnustehnoloogiad

Carbon fork standard on all models
30mm tire clearance
Fender eyelets on fork
Threaded bottom bracket
D'Alusio Smartweld (Sprint only)

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Verdikt

+Tugevused

Exceptional value — premium aluminum frame with carbon fork at entry-level price
Lively, fast, responsive ride quality for an aluminum bike
Disc brakes and thru-axles standard (2024+) — modern spec at budget price
30mm tire clearance adds versatility for mixed surfaces and comfort
Carbon fork with fender eyelets — commuter-capable road bike
Threaded BB eliminates press-fit creaking issues
Highly upgradable — good frame to build upon over time
Allez Sprint offers race-level geometry at fraction of carbon cost

−Nõrkused

Entry-level components (wheels, tires) add weight — first upgrade targets
No official weight data published — likely 9.5-10.5 kg for complete bike
Standard Allez geometry quite relaxed — riders wanting aggressive position need Sprint
Allez Sprint only available as frameset (2025+) — must source own components
Aluminum ride quality harsher than carbon on rough roads despite wider tires

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Kellele sobib

Beginners getting into road cycling — affordable, forgiving geometryCommuters wanting a fast, lightweight bike with fender capabilityWeekend recreational riders on paved roads and light gravelBudget-conscious riders wanting a platform to upgrade over timeCriterium racers seeking affordable race bike (Sprint frameset)Riders transitioning from hybrid/fitness bikes to drop-bar road bikes

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Ostumärkused

№ 01

The 2024+ models with disc brakes are a significant improvement over pre-2024 rim brake versions. If buying used, prioritize 2024 or newer.

№ 02

Allez Comp (€1,999) with Shimano 105 is the sweet spot — 105 is a proven groupset that lasts years. The €500 premium over base Allez buys significantly better shifting and braking.

№ 03

Best first upgrade: wheels. Stock Axis Sport wheels are functional but heavy. A €300-500 wheelset upgrade dramatically improves acceleration and ride feel.

№ 04

Allez Sprint Frameset (€1,649) is excellent value for experienced riders who have spare components — build a race bike for under €3,000 total.

№ 05

Pre-2024 used Allez models (rim brake) can be found at significant discounts. Good value if you don't need disc brakes and ride mostly in dry conditions.

№ 06

Check for Sprint frame corrosion if buying used Sprint — inspect welds and surface treatment carefully. Request warranty history from Specialized dealer.

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Põlvkonnad

1981-1990s
Original Allez era
- One of first mass-market aluminum road bikes. Steel and aluminum variants. Established Allez as Specialized's entry road platform. Various sub-models: Sport, Comp, Pro, Epic.
2000s-2016
E5 Aluminum era
- Standardized on E5 aluminum. Rim brakes, QR axles. Lineup: Allez, Sport, Elite, Comp. S-Works Allez as premium aluminum option. Tiagra/105 groupsets. 25mm tires.
2017-2023
Allez Sprint + modern Allez
- 2017: Allez Sprint debuts with D'Alusio Smartweld — 'world's first alloy superbike.' 2019: Standard Allez refreshed with new geometry and wider clearance. 2022: Sprint gets Tarmac SL7 geometry. Still rim brakes on standard Allez.
2024-present
Disc brake era
- 2024: Disc brakes, thru-axles, carbon fork standard, 30mm tires, fender eyelets. Biggest single-year update in Allez history. 2026: Shimano CUES replaces Claris/Sora. Lineup simplified to 3 models. Sprint becomes frameset-only.