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Specialized Tarmac Elite Mid-Compact (2012)

General

Product Category
Brand Specialized
ModelTarmac Elite Mid-Compact
Size49, 52, 54, 56, 58, 61
ColorTeam Saxo

Specific

Bottom bracketOS integrated, sealed bearings
Brake leversShimano 105
BrakesShimano 105
CassetteShimano 105, 10-speed, 11-28t
ChainNew Shimano Tiagra 10-speed
CranksetFSA Gossamer BB30 52/36
Features•FACT IS 8r carbon frame with tapered head tube and elliptical seatstays is race-ready stiff and fast without sacrificing compliance •The FACT carbon fork is light, stiff, and compliant with a tapered steerer •Adjustable four-position oversized alloy stem with 31.8mm bar clamp for strength and versatile positioning •Smooth, precise Shimano 105 STI shifters are renowned for their race-ready performance and exceptional value •Specialized BG Romin Comp features a shaped profile for max power and hollow Cr-Mo rails for durability •FACT carbon Comp seatpost helps absorb road vibrations but remains stiff and efficient
Fork typeSpecialized FACT carbon, full monocoque, OS race for 1-1/2" bearing
Frame typeSpecialized FACT 8r carbon, FACT IS construction, compact race design, 1-1/2" lower bearing, OSBB
Front derailleurShimano 105
Headset1-1/8" upper and 1-1/2" lower Cr-Mo cartridge bearings integrated w/ headset, 20mm cone spacer, w/ 20mm of spacers
Hub frontFulcrum Racing 6
Hub rearFulcrum Racing 6
PedalsNylon flat test ride, loose ball, w/ reflectors
Rear derailleurShimano 105
Recommended forRoad race
Rims typeFulcrum Racing 6
SaddleBody Geometry Romin Comp, hollow Cr-Mo rails
ShiftersShimano 105 STI, 10-speed
StemNew CompSet 6061 alloy, cone head bolt, 12-degree, 4-degree shim 31.8mm
TiresSpecialized Turbo Elite w/BlackBelt protection, 100 TPI, aramid bead, 700x23c
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