ALLEZ

The stiff, light, race-inspired Allez E5 offers great acceleration and handling—perfect for an aspiring racer, or as a first road bike if you're just getting into the sport. The 8-speed Shimano drivetrain and dependable wheelset will improve your efficiency over any terrain. E5 Premium Aluminum frame w/ race-proven geometry is lightweight and durable A1 Premium Aluminum fork provides predictable steering AXIS Classic wheelset is lightweight and durable for all-day riding Specialized Espoir Sport, 700x25c tires w/ double BlackBelt protection are durable and reliable Shimano Claris, compact crankset delivers dependable performance at a great value Shimano Claris 2400 rear derailleur for clean and crisp shifting Body Geometry Toupé Sport saddle w/ hollow Cr-Mo rails is tuned for perfect fit and comfort

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

FRAME
SWAT
REAR SHOCK
FORK
HEADSET
STEM
HANDLEBARS
GRIPS
FRONT BRAKE
REAR BRAKE
BRAKE LEVERS
FRONT DERAILLEUR
REAR DERAILLEUR
SHIFT LEVERS
CASSETTE
CHAIN
CRANKSET
CHAINRINGS
BOTTOM BRACKET
PEDALS
RIMS
FRONT HUB
REAR HUB
SPOKES
FRONT TIRE
REAR TIRE
INNER TUBES
SADDLE
SEATPOST
SEAT BINDER
NOTES

GEOMETRY

* *Not availaible in all markets.

Size S M L XL
Seat Tube Length, Center to Top
Top Tube Length, Horizontal
Top Tube Length, Actual
Bottom Bracket Drop
Bottom Bracket Height
Chainstay Length
Seat Tube Angle, Actual
Seat Tube Angle, Effective
Head Tube Angle
Wheel Base
Standover Height
Head Tube Length
Stack
Reach
Handlebar Width
Stem Length
Crank Length
Seatpost Length

D'ALUISIO SMARTWELD TECHNOLOGY

WHAT D'Aluisio Smartweld technology.

WHY For a light, stiff and most compliant ride.

HOW A breakthrough in the weld location allows for a more durable, stiffer headtube junction which means more material in low stress areas can be removed. Size-specific tubes allow engineers to tune the ride for ultimate compliance.

AXIS WHEELSET AND ESPOIR TIRES

WHAT High-performance AXIS wheelset and Espoir tires.

WHY For durable performance, plus reliable and confident handling with low rolling resistance.

HOW Specialized Espoir 25c tires deliver increased comfort and efficiency when cornering, and feature BlackBelt protection for fewer flats. Strong, efficient and highly engineered AXIS wheelset provides a stable, confident ride.

BODY GEOMETRY TOUCH POINTS

WHAT Specialized Body Geometry Toupé saddle and short-reach bars.

WHY To relieve common rider pressure/pain points while riding.

HOW The Specialized ergonomically designed, Body Geometry Toupé saddle is lab tested to ensure blood flow to sensitive arteries, which alleviates rider discomfort. Short-reach drop bars improve your position to create a more comfortable, confident position for long rides.

LIGHT AND RESPONSIVE FRAME

WHAT Double-butted A1 Premium Aluminum and E5 Premium Aluminum frames.

WHY Light weight frame offers unsurpassed quality and features our proven geometry for precise handling.

HOW Through methodical tube shaping and enhanced weld techniques, our engineers manipulate every aspect of the frame for experience-specific performance.

"The perfect all-out cross-country race bike. - 5 Stars"

- Magazine 1

"Once again, I ride away feeling that for XC and endurance racing, there's no better bike out there."

- Magazine 2

Everything you could ask for from a bike

September 19, 2013

Desmond

from Namibia Age: 35 to 44 Length of ownership: 1 week Level of expertise: Intermediate

I have been riding Specialized bikes for the past 3 years and there is undoubtedly no going back. I have never found a product that delivers on this level every time. Looks fast feels great. Congratulations to specialized...you did it again.

Value
80% Complete
Quality
80% Complete

Devoted fan

Des Howard

Yes, I recommend this product.