Everything You Need with Your Roubaix
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Specialized Roubaix SL8 Pro: The Pinnacle of Endurance Road Performance
Two decades after creating the endurance road category, Specialized introduces the Roubaix SL8 Pro—lighter, faster, and smoother than ever. With unparalleled comfort, aerodynamic performance, and innovative technology, the Roubaix SL8 redefines what’s possible on rough roads and long rides. When the road feels like hell below, the Roubaix delivers heaven above.
Key Benefits for Riders
Unmatched Capability and Comfort
The Roubaix SL8’s pioneering endurance geometry positions you “in” the bike rather than “on” it, reducing pressure on your hands, arms, and shoulders for all-day comfort and confidence. Whether you’re tackling rough roads or high-speed descents, this design ensures stability and precision at any speed.
Future Shock 3.0: Smoothness Meets Control
The Future Shock 3.0 system delivers 20mm of stiction-free travel between the stem and head tube, absorbing impacts and keeping your hands steady on the bars. This translates to a smoother, faster, and safer ride, letting you maintain control and momentum even on rough terrain.
AfterShock Technology for Optimal Compliance
The dropped clamp design exposes more seatpost for enhanced deflection, while the Pavé seatpost optimizes vertical compliance without sacrificing efficiency. Together with the Roubaix’s rigid rear triangle, this system delivers unparalleled smoothness and power transfer for peak performance.
Aerodynamic and Lightweight Performance
Inspired by the Aethos, the Roubaix SL8 frame weighs just 950 grams and features aero shapes from Specialized’s Free Foil library. Combined with dropped seat stays and a FACT 10r carbon blend, the Roubaix is the lightest, fastest bike in its class, perfect for high-performance riding.
Adventure-Ready Versatility
Equipped with three bottle mounts, top-tube mounts, and fender-ready capabilities, the Roubaix SL8 is built for epic rides. Its tire clearance of up to 38c/40mm ensures better traction on rough roads and light gravel, with no compromise to speed or efficiency.
Smoothness Equals Speed
The Roubaix SL8’s advanced design reduces impacts at the bars and saddle by 53% compared to competitors, letting you maintain momentum over bumps while staying stable and comfortable. This smoothness ensures faster, more efficient rides across all terrains.
Why Choose the Specialized Roubaix SL8 Pro?
The Roubaix SL8 Pro is ideal for endurance riders seeking unmatched comfort, performance, and versatility. Whether conquering rough roads, chasing KOMs, or embarking on long adventures, this bike is your ultimate companion for smooth, fast, and confident riding.
The Specialized Roubaix SL8 Pro—where endurance meets excellence.
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Frame:
FACT 10R, Rider First Engineered™ (RFE), FreeFoil Shape Library tubes, threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc Fork:
Future Shock 3.3 w/ Smooth Boot, FACT Carbon 12x100mm, thru-axle, flat-mount disc Shifters:
SRAM Force eTAP AXS, 12-speed Front Derailleur:
SRAM Force eTAP AXS, 12-speed Rear Derailleur:
SRAM Force eTAP AXS, 12-speed Bottom Bracket:
SRAM DUB BSA Cassette:
SRAM XG 1270, 10-36T Chain:
SRAM Force, 12-Speed Front Brake:
SRAM Force Hydraulic Disc Rear Brake:
SRAM Force eTAP AXS, hydraulic disc Front Wheel:
Roval Terra CL II, 25mm internal width, 32mm depth, 21h, Tubeless ready, DT for Roval 350 hub, Centerlock disc, DT Swiss Aerolite spokes Rear Wheel:
Roval Terra CL II, 25mm internal width, 32mm depth, 24h, Tubeless ready, DT for Roval 350 hub, Centerlock disc, DT Swiss Aerolite spokes Front Tire:
S-Works Mondo 2BR, 700x32c Rear Tire:
S-Works Mondo 2BR, 700x32c Handlebars:
S-Works Carbon Hover Drop 125mm, Reach 75mm, w/Di2 hole Stem:
Future Stem Pro Seat Post:
S-Works Pave Seat post Saddle:
Body Geometry Power Pro, hollow titanium rails Bar Tape:
Supacaz Super Sticky Kush Bike Weight:
8.1kg (17 lb, 13.7 oz) Weight Size:
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