Specialized was founded in 1974 by Mike Sinyard, whose journey began with a focus on importing Italian bike components to the U.S. But it soon evolved into a passion for creating his bike designs. By 1981, Specialized shook the industry by introducing the Stumpjumper, the world’s first mass-production mountain bike, setting a new standard in the cycling community.
What truly sets Specialized apart is its commitment to innovation and technology. They are constantly pushing the boundaries, not just in bike design but also in enhancing rider experience. Specialized invests heavily in research and development, resulting in groundbreaking technologies like the Body Geometry fit, which ensures each bike is ergonomically designed for maximum performance and comfort.
Specialized’s flagship road bike model is the Tarmac SL8, a perfect blend of lightweight, stiffness, and aerodynamics, making it a top choice for professional and amateur road cyclists.
Specialized road bike lineup
2023 Specialized Tarmac SL8 Size Charts and Guide
In this article, our road bike specialist Bernard Lu guides you on how to find your ideal Specialized Tarmac SL8 size.
Head to Head: Specialized Tarmac SL7 vs Roubaix
This comparison guide breaks down the differences between the Specialized Tarmac SL7 and Roubaix road bikes.
2023 Specialized Tarmac SL8 vs Aethos vs Roubaix vs Allez
The current Specialized road bike lineup, the Tarmac SL8, Roubaix, Aethos and Allez offer a many choices to cyclists. In this article, bike expert Alex Lee compares these Specialized models, analyzing their features, builds, and pricing.
Specialized Tarmac SL8 vs others
2024 Specialized Tarmac SL8 vs Orbea Orca
In this article, our bike expert Alex Lee breaks down the differences between the Specialized Tarmac SL8 and Orbea Orca, comparing the models, features, technologies and pricing.
2024 Specialized Tarmac SL8 vs Trek Emonda
The Specialized Tarmac SL8 and Trek Emonda are popular road bike models. Our bicycle expert, Alex Lee compares these models, their features, technologies and pricing.
2024 Specialized Tarmac SL8 vs Giant TCR Advanced
The Specialized Tarmac SL8 and Giant TCR Advanced are popular road bike models. Our bicycle expert, Alex Lee compares these models, their features, technologies and pricing.
2024 Specialized Tarmac SL8 vs Pinarello Dogma F
Our road bike specialist Alex Lee explores the differences between the Specialized Tarmac SL8 and Pinarello Dogma F, comparing the variant, features, technologies and pricing.
2024 Specialized Tarmac SL8 vs Scott Addict RC
In this article, our bicycle authority Alex Lee compares the Specialized Tarmac SL8 and Scott Addict RC, comparing the variant, features, technologies and pricing.
2024 Specialized Tarmac SL8 vs Canyon Ultimate
Our road bike specialist Alex Lee explores the differences between the Specialized Tarmac SL8 and Canyon Ultimate, comparing the variant, features, technologies and pricing.
2024 Specialized Tarmac SL8 vs Cervelo R5
Our bike maestro Alex Lee compares the Specialized Tarmac SL8 and Cervelo R5, comparing the variant, features, technologies and pricing.
2024 Specialized Tarmac SL8 vs BMC Teammachine SLR
The Specialized Tarmac SL8 and BMC Teammachine SLR are popular road bike models. Our bicycle expert, Alex Lee compares these models, their features, technologies and pricing.
2024 Specialized Tarmac SL8 vs Cannondale SuperSix Evo
In this article, our bike expert Alex Lee breaks down the differences between the Specialized Tarmac SL8 and Cannondale SuperSix Evo, comparing the models, features, technologies and pricing.
Specialized Roubaix vs others
2024 Specialized Roubaix vs Cervelo Caledonia
Our road bike specialist Alex Lee explores the differences between the Specialized Roubaix and Cervelo Caledonia, comparing the variant, features, technologies and pricing.
2024 Pinarello X vs Specialized Roubaix
The Pinarello X and Specialized Roubaix are popular road bike models. Our bicycle expert, Alex Lee compares these models, their features, technologies and pricing.
2024 Scott Addict vs Specialized Roubaix
The Scott Addict and Specialized Roubaix are popular road bike models. Our bicycle expert, Alex Lee compares these models, their features, technologies and pricing.
2024 Canyon Endurace vs Specialized Roubaix
In this article, our bicycle authority Bernard Lu compares the Canyon Endurace and Specialized Roubaix, comparing the variant, features, technologies and pricing.
2024 Specialized Roubaix vs BMC Roadmachine
The Specialized Roubaix and BMC Roadmachine are popular road bike models. Our bicycle expert, Alex Lee compares these models, their features, technologies and pricing.
2024 Specialized Roubaix vs Cannondale Synapse
In this article, our bike expert Alex Lee breaks down the differences between the Specialized Roubaix and Cannondale Synapse, comparing the models, features, technologies and pricing.
2024 Specialized Roubaix vs Giant Defy Advanced
Our bike maestro Alex Lee compares the Specialized Roubaix and Giant Defy Advanced, comparing the variant, features, technologies and pricing.
2024 Specialized Roubaix vs Trek Domane
In this article, our bicycle authority Alex Lee compares the Specialized Roubaix and Trek Domane, comparing the variant, features, technologies and pricing.
Cannondale Aethos vs others
2024 Scott Addict RC vs Specialized Aethos
Our road bike specialist Alex Lee explores the differences between the Scott Addict RC and Specialized Aethos, comparing the variant, features, technologies and pricing.
2024 Orbea Orca vs Specialized Aethos
In this article, our bike expert Bernard Lu breaks down the differences between the Orbea Orca and Specialized Aethos, comparing the models, features, technologies and pricing.
2024 Pinarello Dogma F vs Specialized Aethos
In this article, our bike expert Alex Lee breaks down the differences between the Pinarello Dogma F and Specialized Aethos, comparing the models, features, technologies and pricing.
2024 Canyon Ultimate vs Specialized Aethos
In this article, our bike expert Bernard Lu breaks down the differences between the Canyon Ultimate and Specialized Aethos, comparing the models, features, technologies and pricing.
2024 Specialized Aethos vs Cannondale SuperSix Evo
Our bike maestro Alex Lee compares the Specialized Aethos and Cannondale SuperSix Evo, comparing the variant, features, technologies and pricing.
2024 Specialized Aethos vs Trek Emonda
In this article, our bicycle authority Alex Lee compares the Specialized Aethos and Trek Emonda, comparing the variant, features, technologies and pricing.