Specialized Tarmac SL6 Comp Disc 2019 - Road Bike

Lightweight aero performance for every day riding and racing. The Specialized Tarmac Disc is built around a brand new SL6 carbon frame. This gives you most of the aero features found on the top-level bikes at a weight that is the same as the previous S-Works Tarmac frames. Razor sharp handling and stiffness are just as you would expect from a road race bike with such a pedigree as the Tarmac. You also get a smooth ride to help to keep you comfortable in the saddle while you push you limits.

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 Ultegra 2x11 speed drivetrain with semi compact chainset
• Shimano RS 505 hydraulic disc brakes for all-weather stopping power
• DT Swiss R470 disc wheels with 26mm Turbo Pro tyres
• Sizes: 49cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 61cm
• Colours: Satin Cast Battleship/Hyper/Clean
• The Specialized Tarmac SL6 Comp Disc is available with 0% APR finance

Specialized Tarmac Review

Ripping corners, sticking it to friends on the road, cruising down the highway—no matter how you ride, the Tarmac Disc Comp delivers in spades. It houses many of the features found in its S-Works siblings, so you'll have the ride of your life.

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 no-fuss spec that includes Shimano Ultegra 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.

Shimano's no-fuss Ultegra shifting with hydraulic disc brakes provides precise shifting and plenty of 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)

Occasionally, without notice, manufacturers change product design and/or specifications.