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Specialized Allez E5 Elite Road Bike 2021

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 Shimano’s legendary 105 shifting that delivers tremendous performance and value durable DT R460 alloy wheels our new super-comfy Body Geometry Bridge saddle and well-protected Espoir Sport tires.

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.

FORK
Specialized FACT carbon 1-1/8′ to 1-3/8′ taper fender eyelets

HANDLEBARS
Specialized Shallow Drop 6061 70x125mm 31.8mm clamp

STEM
Specialized 3D-forged alloy 4-bolt 7-degree rise

TAPE
Specialized S-Wrap

SEAT BINDER
Bolt-type 31.8mm

FRONT BRAKE
Axis 1.0 caliper

REAR BRAKE
Axis 1.0 caliper

SHIFT LEVERS
Shimano 105 R7000 11-speed

FRONT DERAILLEUR
Shimano 105

REAR DERAILLEUR
Shimano 105 R7000 GS medium cage 11-speed

CASSETTE
Shimano 105 11-speed 11-32t

CRANKSET
Praxis Alba

CHAINRINGS
Praxis 46T 110BCD

BOTTOM BRACKET
Praxis 68-0201B 68mm BSA

CHAIN
KMC X11 Extra Lightweight 11-speed

FRONT WHEEL
DT R460 sealed cartridge hubs 14g spokes 20h

REAR WHEEL
DT R460 sealed cartridge hubs 14g spokes 24h

FRONT TYRE
RoadSport 700×26

REAR TYRE
RoadSport 700×26

SEATPOST
Alloy 2-bolt Clamp 12mm offset 27.2mm anti-corrosion hardware

INNER TUBES
Presta 40mm valve

SADDLE
Body Geometry Bridge Saddle steel rails

BOTTOM BRACKET
Praxis 68-0201B 68mm BSA

CASSETTE
Shimano 105 11-speed 11-32t

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