Is the Roubaix Aero?
By sourcing cutting-edge Silicon Valley technology, we’ve engineered a bike that’s lighter than our Venge and more aero than our Tarmac SL6. The All-New Roubaix. The most technically advanced machine we’ve ever made.
Is Roubaix an endurance bike?
The Specialized Roubaix Sport is a highly comfortable bike for endurance road riding, thanks to its combination of Future Shock front suspension and a highly flexible seatpost.
How much does the Specialized Roubaix weight?
19.2lb.
How much does the Roubaix sport weigh? On our scales and in a size 54cm, the Roubaix Sport came in at 8.73kg or 19.2lb.
Does the Specialized Roubaix have disc brakes?
And there are more disc brakes as well, though it has to be said Specialized have been offering discs on the Roubaix for a number of years, but there are a few more pricepoints to choose from now. But the really big news is the Tarmac Disc, one of the few proper race bikes with disc brakes. Let’s take a closer look…
What makes the Roubaix SL4 sport so special?
With a name like Roubaix, you’ll be sure of this bike’s sole aim, and the Roubaix SL4 Sport certainly delivers. Superlight and strong FACT carbon frame & fork incorporating Zertz damping inserts to take the edge of bumps, while Shimano’s 105 groupset keeps thing moving forward.
What is the difference between the Roubaix and the Venge?
The Roubaix and Venge models, endurance and aero bikes respectively, carry over unchanged. The Roubaix, if you didn’t know, has been with us for 10 years now, and pretty much started the entire sportive category of road bikes aimed at cyclists craving more comfort than traditional road bikes could offer them.
What is a Roubaix?
Find rides & events, training articles and participate in our forums The Roubaix was one of the earliest ‘endurance’ bikes to market: a trend that has grown exponentially with the unstoppable rise in cycling’s popularity among riders no longer in the first flush of youth.