Specialized Tarmac SL6 Sport Disc 2019 - Road Bike

Lightweight, aero and rider first engineered. The Specialized Tarmac Sport Disc is built around the new SL6 9r carbon frame that maintains most of the aero features of the high-end bikes and is the same weight as the previous S-Works Disc road bike frame. Of course, you also get the legendary Tarmac handling, ride feel and power delivery. Combined with the all-weather stopping power of hydraulic disc brakes the Tarmac Sport will redefine your ride.

Key Features:

• FACT 9r SL6 carbon frame for rapid riding on every road
• FACT 10r carbon disc fork with thru axles for improved handling
• Shimano 105 2x11 speed drivetrain with semi compact chainset
• Shimano 105 hydraulic disc brakes for all-weather stopping power
• DT Swiss wheels with 26mm Turbo tyres
• Sizes: 49cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 61cm
• Colours: Satin Cast Battleship/Hyper/Clean
• The Specialized Tarmac SL6 Sport Disc is available with 0% APR finance

Specialized Tarmac Review

The Tarmac Disc Sport is the perfect entry-level, high-performance road bike. With a full carbon fibre frame, a list of reliable components, and many of the features found in way more expensive models, it's sure to get you out on the road riding with an ear-to-ear smile.

In order cut some grams from the Tarmac, but to also ensure that it's stiff and compliant in exactly the right places, we took major steps to improving our Rider-First Engineered™ technology. From different layup schedules and materials, to visibly different forks, we scrutinized every single aspect of the Tarmac to ensure you're getting the perfect ride. With this revamp, we also updated the geometry, basing it on countless Retül data points and professional rider input. This enabled us to develop a Performance Road Geometry that perfects the combination of a responsive front-end and short wheelbase, which delivers instantaneous response and optimal power transfer.

And while stiffness aids in the aforementioned, compliance must also be utilized for an optimal ride quality. That's why we dropped the seatstays, and altered the seat tube shape. We also added tyre clearance up to 30mm. This allows lower pressures for decreased rolling resistance, increased traction, and more comfort. Altogether, these additions still have the Tarmac riding like a true race-machine, but it also takes a bit of the sting out of road imperfections. You'll thank us on your next long ride.

But why disc brakes? The real question is "why not?" They offer superior braking power and modulation, work exceptionally well in wet weather, and offer a very, very minor weight addition. All this means that you have more control and can go faster with more confidence.

We also know, however, that aerodynamic improvements are the most important thing we can do to make you faster. Our Bora-Hansgrohe and Quick-Step Floors Pro Tour riders, after all, are demanding aero improvements on every bike. With this, the aero goal was to discover where we could essentially "add aero for free," by not taking anything away from the hallmarks of the Tarmac design. During the six-month iterative process, three areas were discovered where we could do this—a new fork shape and dropped seatstays with aero tubes.

This Tarmac comes with a reliable spec that includes Shimano 105 mechanical shifting, quick-stopping hydraulic disc brakes, durable DT R470 Disc wheels.

Featuring our Rider-First Engineered™ design that ensures every frame size has the same legendary climbing responsiveness and descending prowess you'd expect from a Tarmac. The FACT 9r frame is the perfect blend of value and performance.

The 11-speed Shimano 105 shifting is extremely reliable and precise, while the hydraulic disc brakes offer exceptional modulation and stopping power..

DT R470 Disc wheels feature reliable, sealed cartridge hubs, and 24 front and rear spokes that keeps weight low and durability high.

All Tredz bikes are:

• Fully built & ready to ride
• Fully checked & tested by Cytech qualified mechanics
• Available with 0% APR finance on baskets over £99
• 365 day no hassle returns
• Free delivery in the UK Mainland on a date that suits you

In the box with every Tredz bike is:

• Free Tredz 9 key trail tool
• Free Tredz pedal spanner
• Free basic pedals
• Tredz drawstring kit bag
• 16 point quality control check sheet
• Basic bike setup instructions
• Free Cycle Plan insurance voucher (8 weeks)

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