Specialized Tarmac SL8 Pro (Gloss Red Sky/Chrome) (54cm) (SRAM Force AXS)

Specialized Tarmac SL8 Pro Road Bike Description:

The Specialized Tarmac SL8 Pro Road Bike was designed and tested to ensure no bike is faster, thanks to a combination of lightweight aerodynamics and ride quality previously thought impossible. Crafted in the shadow of eight generations of innovation, Specialized has manufactured its fastest Tarmac to date, making it the world’s fastest competition road bike; are you ready?

Specialized has found through rigorous testing that aerodynamics and overall weight aren’t what wins races; only speed is important. Crafting speed is a matter of capitalizing on every advancement found in aerodynamics, weight reduction, carbon stiffness, and compliance. Tarmac SL8 has received improvements in stiffness over Tarmac SL7, increasing the stiffness-to-weight ratio by over 33%. Add that to the aggressive response, refined handling, and world championship-proven geometry of SL8, and you’ll have every advantage expected to edge out your competition.

Specialized took a step further to issue a heightened sense of comfort to Tarmac SL8. Thanks to Rider-First Engineering, the next level of ride compliance has been achieved, delivering riders on every frame size up to 6% more compliance in the saddle with an improved sense of control at the handlebars. What’s more than that is that SL7 not only retains the proven geometry of prior iterations, but also the versatile tire clearance, enabling users to run higher volume tires up 32mm when needed.

Tarmac SL8 Pro has been equipped with SRAM’s power meter version of the Force AXS groupset, providing an even lower overall weight, responsive braking, and intuitive, reliable shifting through an ever-capable range. Performance doesn’t end at the drivetrain; a Roval Rapide integrated handlebar/stem combo furthers overall reduction of weight, while issuing a compliant, responsive cockpit that elegantly hides away cable clutter. Tubeless-ready Roval Rapide CL III aero wheels exemplify top-notch performance through a compliant deep-dish aero profile that cuts through the wind and virtually smooths all but the roughest of roads.

Features:

• Wireless shifting-equipped carbon road bike with power meter crankset
• Tarmac SL8 FACT 10r carbon frame exhibits high-performance aerodynamic profile
• Frame weight improves on previous SL iterations while harnessing stiff, ride with remarkable power transfer
• Integrated Roval Rapide handlebar/stem cockpit achieves a sleek profile and a compliant, yet stiff ride
• Roval Rapide CL III tubeless-ready wheels are fashioned with a deep, aerodynamic shape
• Body Geometry mirror saddle utilizes 3D printed construction and Ti rails for equal measures of support and weight saving
• SRAM Force AXS Crank equipped with Quarq power meter spindle syncs with SRAM AXS app alongside drivetrain for ultimate connectivity
• SRAM Force AXS wireless groupset operates with responsive and accurate movement

Specifications:

• Frame: Tarmac SL8 FACT 10r Carbon (Threaded Bottom Bracket) (12 x 142mm) (Flat Mount Disc)
• Fork: Tarmac SL8 10r Carbon (Flat Mount Disc) (12 x 100mm)
• Headset: 1-1/8″ (Tapered)
• Handlebar: Specialized Rapide Integrated Handlebar/Stem
• Bar Tape: Supacaz Super Sticky Kush
• Stem: Specialized Rapide Integrated Handlebar/Stem
• Shift Levers: SRAM Force AXS (E1) (Hydraulic)
• Brakes: SRAM Force AXS (E1) (Hydraulic Disc) (Flat Mount) (160mm Rotor)
• Front Derailleur: SRAM Force AXS (E1) (2x)
• Rear Derailleur: SRAM Force AXS (E1) (12-Speed)
• Crankset: SRAM Force AXS w/Quarq Power Meter (E1) (48/35T)
• Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB (Threaded BSA)
• Cassette: SRAM Force XG-1270 (10-33T) (12 Speed)
• Chain: SRAM Force AXS (E1) (12-Speed)
• Pedals: –
• Saddle: Body Geometry Power Pro Mirror (Hollow Titanium Rails)
• Seatpost: S-Works Tarmac SL8 Carbon Seatpost (FACT Carbon) (15mm Offset)
• Front Wheel: Roval Rapide CL III (21mm Internal Width) (Tubeless Ready) (DT Swiss 350 Hub) (12 x 100mm)
• Rear Wheel: Roval Rapide CL III (21mm Internal Width) (Tubeless Ready) (DT Swiss 350 Hub) (12 x 142mm)
• Tires: S-Works Turbo (Folding Bead) (2Bliss Ready) (700 x 26mm)
• Model Year: 2026
• Color: Gloss Red Sky/Chrome
• Weight: 15 lb, 15.7 oz (56cm)