I bought a 2020 Allez Base two years ago based on this video. 5000 miles, 300000ft+ feet gain later and the bike still rides and looks brand new. I’ve been through a couple of derailleurs, chains, and brake calipers (all Claris now) and the wheel set are Hunt Aero Superduras, which were the best upgrade so far. I really wanted 105 11 sp gearing originally, so I’m thinking about upgrading it with 105 components eventually. Part of me still wants disk brakes and a carbon frame however, so I may eventually just sell it and buy a Tarmac instead. Still, the 8-speed Claris R2000 has been a reliable workhorse and I have zero complains about it. Other riders in my group are still amazed that my bike is 8-speed, given that I’m still one of the stronger sprinters in my group.
In 2017, I had a Walmart road bike called "GMC Denali" it had a lot of stickers (which I removed), Shimano tourney group set (triple crank) and weighed a ton, but I love that bike. Without it, I might not have gotten into cycling. At the time I didn't know anything about road bikes, I had to start somewhere.
If the bike is getting you from A to B, doesn't break down, it is doing its job as advertised. The high end bikes are a sheer luxury, nice but not required + you worry more about it being vandalised or stolen.
@@waynosfotos True. I was just sharing my entry into cycling. For some people this bike is all they need. It also depends on what you want your cycling experience to be. I have a Canyon Ultimate now that I've gotten more into riding. So I have a different level of enjoyment now than when I started riding 4 years ago.
I've had an allez for 11 years,I've up graded to a 105 groupset 3 years ago it's still My favourite bike.I also have a couple of carbon bikes but the allez looks just as good along side them
Probably one of the best entry level bike, I'm currently have rasberry color one which also featured on this channel (I bought it because of this guy) and I'm using it for daily commuting and its unbelievably fast even with all stock (I changed into power saddle tho).
@@JitinMisra I believe Domane is more comfortable than Allez due to its relax geometry. Allez is in between racy and relax geometry which I personally prefer and yes its comfortable to me for everyday commuting.
I'm a Trek fanboy but I had my God son get the 105 version of last year model of this bike. Very hard to beat at this price point ☝🏿. Great bike with good features for a starter.
Really hard to beat value,.and with 105 plus carbon wheels and seat post most riders can ride a bike like that for the majority of their riding lives and be well within most bikes out there!
A fantastic bike. Thanks to GC I perchased a 21 Allez Elite in November 2020. It is quick and smooth. The rim breaks are great. These bikes are a bargain for what you pay.
yea they get a lot fo bang for the buck out of these things....... and really allowsthe consumer to figure out what they want to do with the sport and how far they want to go without breaking the bank
What can I say? It works. Ain’t nothin too fancy about it, a decent workhorse and training partner, and personally I like how the trail number is really low, even if they relaxed the geometry a bit. Keeps it very lively and playful
Okay, Specialized has upped their entry-level frame game. Those welds are acceptable. That's no budget frame. Those look like Made In USA CAAD welds. That's a nice looking cockpit too. Remember, the original Allez E5 frames were the stuff back in the day and were crit races favorites besides the CAADs. And I'll take those square taper cranks over BB30 any day of the week and twice on Sunday. I like how the rear brake is "in-line" with the frame. That has to make for some really efficient braking. And yes, a $1000 bike is worth it IF the rider doesn't do any permanent upgrades to it. Upgrade the pedals, bar, stem, saddle, tires & wheelset, all stuff that can be transferred to an upgrade-frameset, and that way, all that money invested stays with the owner. Or, just ride it into the ground and keep it as a bad weather ride when they get a nicer bike. Think about it, if they added some SPD-SL's and a set of ICAN Aero 50's, for very little money, they would have a pretty decent rig for about $1600 or so. I loath dropped seat stays, but I have to give it to Specialized, they made it work here.
Awesome! This is what I’ve been riding for the last year as my first “proper bike” i changed the wheels for a deeper 35mm alloy rim but going for some better ones for when I start to race next year. Its been a great bike so far. 🙌🏻
Unfortunately they downgraded from SORA, to CLARIS. On top the price went up. Cooperate greed ! But is not only Specialized doing so all of the major brands are doing the same. Basically double inflation.
I bought the Allez Sport for 1200. Much better deal because even though it's "only" Sora 9 speed, the crankset (Praxis Alba) is already 11 speed compatible so later upgrades are easier and cheaper.
@@hucklejoko4838 I don't think so. If you buy the Allez and later want to go 11 speed, you have to buy a new bottom bracket and crankset (~200$). If you buy the Allez Sport you can keep the one already installed. Praxis Alba is equivalent to Shimano 105.
@@philippniemann1133 well my situation is quite different, i already have a bike with Claris groupo and i want to change JUST the cranks for weight savings. I've been looking at the 105 crankset as an upgraded so i was hoping to get some answers if an 11s light crank is compatible with the rest of my components.
@@hucklejoko4838 Unfortunately, the 105 crank is not compatible with Claris. They're manufactured with different specs, the chain would NOT run smoothly.
It is a shame that they do not make E5 dsw frame anymore, mine is 2015 model and is a racing beast - with ultegra 6700, gp5000, light wheels, carbon seatpost, fizik bar and uno stem so the weight is 7,6 without pedals. Some footage with bike can be seen on my videos
Rim brakes are actually what attracted me to this brand. I prefer the looks and performance of rim brakes. No complaints with my Allez - it’s a great bike 👍🏼
I have a 2003 Allez Comp. Back then it was an aluminum race bike with full Ultegra. Not an entry level bike. I still have it. Upgraded everything but the frame over the years. Today sits at 16.5 lbs in size 49. Its lighter than some modern carbon bikes.
@@cactuslily8829 I can't imagine that an aluminum road bike frame would not last for a very long time. Smooth tarmac places very little stress on the frame. You'd have to be really beating on it to get aluminum fatigue cracks. Mountain biking, on the other hand, is hard on everything.
I’m 178cm and own a size 54 of this very same model. I’d suggest a size 52 or 54 for you if you like the racier fit, but I also do think you should physically take a look at the bike or any other before you make your decision. In addition Specialized has a size chart on their website.
Specialized sizing is based on height so 175 to 183cm they recommend a 56. If you have shorter arms and or torso then go down a size and if your arms and or torso are long than try up a size. I have a 72cm inseam but at 177cm tall and fit on a 56cm. My arms are longer than avg so I could size up to a 58cm despite being shorter than the recommended height. However other brands like cannondale are a little better at sizing and go based on inseam. With a 72cm inseam I would fit on a small cannondale but bc of my long arms I fit perfectly on a med (54cm) cannondale bike and a 56cm is a little too long for me on Cannondale.
It is a great bike for price I upgrade it to a 105 11 speed and Im very happy!! I put a 172.5 arm crank 52 36 cassette 11 34 cause I wanted to be more versatile
Hey GC 20k subs, only watched for the face reveal! Whats going on man! Lol As to the bike, first must do upgrade is to change those teckro brakes, over the left shoulder and put 105 ones on. The rider will loVe you! ❤️
@@GCPerformance18 man your a legend. Very hard for people to see these bikes and get a explanation of the components. Weather you like specialized or not the format you provide is excellent! I like to poke a stick at things (as you know), but take my channel and comments with a pinch of salt. I am a true believe in liberty and everyone has the right to an opinion, be it right or wrong. As long as we get bums on bikes we are getting people out of cars and getting them fitter. It is a shame this niche is not as big as some others. But we are trying 👍
@@chuckwalla2967 its been great i do notice the speed difference compared to the hybrid i used to have. Ive replaced the tyres and i also put 105 callipers on, i would like to have full 105 group set on it but for now bike was great buy :)
Yes. If you are just starting out, your best bet is to buy used until you know what you like before paying the premium for a new bike. If you are at the point where you are contemplating $1000 for a bike, you are no longer a beginner and the component spec on this thing for that price will stand out to you as not good enough.
ughh giving that non series crankset is like buying new pc with floppy disc reader, they could easily equip it with full groupset for that price, we now have electronic groupset and disc brake bikes then why is the old tech so expensive
If 2 or 3 different frame sizes fit you, is it better to go with the smaller frame and raise the seat post to high position or go with the larger frame and have the seat post in low position?
Check out Certified Slammed, they make a headset cover that's as flat as it could get. The kit comes with three shims for you to achieve proper headset bearing preload should you need to use them. One of my customers is using it now. The reason your steering feels tight is most likely because the FSA headset cover is rubbing the head tube, it should contact only the upper headset bearing compression ring, never the head tube.
Hey @Gc Performance , would it be worth it to upgrade the wheels on this entry level Allez? I’m able to get it in my size for $800 including tax… As a novice on the way to intermediate level cyclist, if there’s a good wheel set (including used) for $4-500, with turbo cotton tires, do you think that’d be enough headroom for a year or two of training? Thanks!
Actually, studies have been done by independent testers and lower seat stays literally have no effect on either compliance and/or aero benefits. It’s all a marketing BS
I have a question about the Allez Sprint. 8:42 Jokes aside, it seems like it's a regular Allez with some more aggressive race geometry, and an aero seatpost.
This bike was really easy to assemble ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxMesz3KOGEmwmvyKQfLfrRSUXLFzfVHZA and required very few adjustments out of the box. The wheels did not require any truing/adjustments. The frame had some small scratches, but nothing major.I did replace the seat though - the seat it came with was very uncomfortable. The tires need to be re-inflated every 4-5 days, but this appears to be quite common for the narrow 700x25 tires.Overall, in my opinion, this bike looks and rides like a much more expensive bike.
@gcperformance, this model will now be relegated to my winter bike. What would you suggest for someone who is getting serious and wanting a little bit more than this now knowing they’re looking to compete in some form. Come spring? Much appreciated. 🙌🏻
@@GCPerformance18 Its wild I paid 1500 for a caad 10 105 with 11 speed out the door back in 2015. 8 speed being on anything near 1k just feels wrong tbh. I know prices have gone up but for a 1k bike to have shimano's lowest current group set feels rough
@@Demon09-_- agreed. I remember a few years ago bikes nearing $1k at the very least had Sora. Those were still a dream to me cause I never thought I’d spend that much money for a bike (was still riding cheap mongooses). Fast forward to last year and I had no choice but to fork over that $1k for this bike, or just never get into road bikes. Should I have waited for something good to pop up on the used market? Probably. Might have gotten something with Sora or Tiagra for the same amount. But its a sacrifice I’m happy to have made, because this is the best riding bike I’ve ever owned
@@Rocky4719 used can be good but it's also a risk. If you are able to do work on the bike your self it's much less but if you can't shop prices can get pretty high these days
@@Demon09-_- very true, and I don’t see them going down anytime soon, as long as people keep paying that extra cash. However, I still think the $1k I paid for this bike was well worth it, because I also paid for the lovely shop experience of talking to someone who knows bikes and recommended this as my first roadie. Oh, and I can’t forget the fact that, since I am about average height for a male, the size of bike I ride (56cm) is extremely hard to find. I remember having to call quite a few shops to see if they had entry level road bikes in 56cm, and most shops either had an entry level road bike on the floor, a size 56cm road bike on the floor, or neither. Was mostly high end bikes way out of my budget. Everytime I look at/ride my basic as hell allez, I remember how lucky I am to even have found it and not have to wait for hellish back order wait times.
My friend just got one of these. Told him to get new carbon c38 wheels as his first upgrade. But I don’t think they make a rim brake version of the c38? If that’s the case, never mind then haha.
I think for the price point Specialized could have offered a bit more for the consumer. Mechanical Disc brakes would have been nice. The Trek Domane AL2 is $1,800 with Claris and Mechanical Disc (they also have it in rim brake for $900). Now I still think is a great bike for the money I would buy it just to be my Zwift bike or commuter in the winter.
@@GCPerformance18 Nope, mate. i guarantee you it is wrong. You cant beat a engineer who worked in Maxxis tire for 5 years. The tread pattern is just like Maxxis Dolomite.
This bike would be so much better if specialized didn't cripple their bikes with budget groupsets. My 900quid gravel bike weights 9.5kgs with gravel tyres on. If this came with even a partial 105 groupset it would be a much better bike.
I would think you run the risk of breaking some spokes up front due to the lower spoke count compared to the rear, moreso if you ride rough roads, but the frame itself should be able to handle it.
Clincher-only tires aren't airtight, it's also what makes them easier to mount. If you try to convert one to tubeless, sealant may seep out of the sidewalls.
"New riders should only use rim brakes to start out with because they haven't developed the passion enough to deal with the frustrations that disc brakes cause."* *[Change my mind.]
That is spec'd bottom of the barrel. Square tapered BB. More than likely all the bearings used in the bike are garbage. Wheels are garbage. 8 spd C'mon, they should have at least used a 9 spd. I'd rather go to REI and spend less on a Co-Op bike. You obviously don't get much for your money these days. They should have kept the price at $800 then it would be something to consider.
I bought a 2020 Allez Base two years ago based on this video. 5000 miles, 300000ft+ feet gain later and the bike still rides and looks brand new. I’ve been through a couple of derailleurs, chains, and brake calipers (all Claris now) and the wheel set are Hunt Aero Superduras, which were the best upgrade so far.
I really wanted 105 11 sp gearing originally, so I’m thinking about upgrading it with 105 components eventually. Part of me still wants disk brakes and a carbon frame however, so I may eventually just sell it and buy a Tarmac instead. Still, the 8-speed Claris R2000 has been a reliable workhorse and I have zero complains about it. Other riders in my group are still amazed that my bike is 8-speed, given that I’m still one of the stronger sprinters in my group.
What were the problems with derailleurs so that you had to change couple of them?
In 2017, I had a Walmart road bike called "GMC Denali" it had a lot of stickers (which I removed), Shimano tourney group set (triple crank) and weighed a ton, but I love that bike. Without it, I might not have gotten into cycling. At the time I didn't know anything about road bikes, I had to start somewhere.
If the bike is getting you from A to B, doesn't break down, it is doing its job as advertised.
The high end bikes are a sheer luxury, nice but not required + you worry more about it being vandalised or stolen.
@@waynosfotos True. I was just sharing my entry into cycling. For some people this bike is all they need. It also depends on what you want your cycling experience to be. I have a Canyon Ultimate now that I've gotten more into riding. So I have a different level of enjoyment now than when I started riding 4 years ago.
In most cases the riders fitness would hinder them way before this bike would
GMC Denali lmao
@@viciousKev On Saturday, I was on a group ride and saw a guy riding a Denali! Walmart still cranks them out.
I've had an allez for 11 years,I've up graded to a 105 groupset 3 years ago it's still My favourite bike.I also have a couple of carbon bikes but the allez looks just as good along side them
Probably one of the best entry level bike, I'm currently have rasberry color one which also featured on this channel (I bought it because of this guy) and I'm using it for daily commuting and its unbelievably fast even with all stock (I changed into power saddle tho).
:)))) thanks so much!!! I wish they carried over the rasberry color too it was a bold color
is it comfortable? I ride up to an hour, and am having hard time deciding between this or domane ..
@@JitinMisra I believe Domane is more comfortable than Allez due to its relax geometry. Allez is in between racy and relax geometry which I personally prefer and yes its comfortable to me for everyday commuting.
I'm a Trek fanboy but I had my God son get the 105 version of last year model of this bike. Very hard to beat at this price point ☝🏿. Great bike with good features for a starter.
yea they went for 1400 and gave u a nice bike for the money
Really hard to beat value,.and with 105 plus carbon wheels and seat post most riders can ride a bike like that for the majority of their riding lives and be well within most bikes out there!
@@GCPerformance18 how difficult is it to replace those breaks with 105?
@@JitinMisra super easy
I bought this bike last October. It's worth every dime. Just keeping it simple.
awesome!!!
A fantastic bike. Thanks to GC I perchased a 21 Allez Elite in November 2020. It is quick and smooth. The rim breaks are great. These bikes are a bargain for what you pay.
yea they get a lot fo bang for the buck out of these things....... and really allowsthe consumer to figure out what they want to do with the sport and how far they want to go without breaking the bank
A very fast bike and this is Tarmac SL6s little brother. I've owned this bike for 3 years and it's been a blast!
I just purchased this bike after I sold my old Force GT..
This bike is a true joy ride..
You will not be disappointed with it..
thats awesome!!! yea this bike has a lot to offer to the consumer
What can I say? It works. Ain’t nothin too fancy about it, a decent workhorse and training partner, and personally I like how the trail number is really low, even if they relaxed the geometry a bit. Keeps it very lively and playful
i always that the stack determines how aggressive the bike is no ? Is trail also what determines the aggressiveness , also if so, what else does ?
Okay, Specialized has upped their entry-level frame game. Those welds are acceptable. That's no budget frame. Those look like Made In USA CAAD welds. That's a nice looking cockpit too. Remember, the original Allez E5 frames were the stuff back in the day and were crit races favorites besides the CAADs.
And I'll take those square taper cranks over BB30 any day of the week and twice on Sunday. I like how the rear brake is "in-line" with the frame. That has to make for some really efficient braking.
And yes, a $1000 bike is worth it IF the rider doesn't do any permanent upgrades to it. Upgrade the pedals, bar, stem, saddle, tires & wheelset, all stuff that can be transferred to an upgrade-frameset, and that way, all that money invested stays with the owner. Or, just ride it into the ground and keep it as a bad weather ride when they get a nicer bike.
Think about it, if they added some SPD-SL's and a set of ICAN Aero 50's, for very little money, they would have a pretty decent rig for about $1600 or so. I loath dropped seat stays, but I have to give it to Specialized, they made it work here.
I have an entry level Allez which I upgraded to full Ultegra with some Novatech wheels and I use it for Crits. Well worth it.
that is aweomde!!! sounds like a work horse
How much did the full ultegra conversion? Also how much for the novatech wheels
Awesome! This is what I’ve been riding for the last year as my first “proper bike” i changed the wheels for a deeper 35mm alloy rim but going for some better ones for when I start to race next year. Its been a great bike so far. 🙌🏻
Change the tyres on this immediately if you get one. Made SO much difference.
The best comparison would be to compare entry from 10 years ago like your high end video from the other day
I might have one of those
Unfortunately they downgraded from SORA, to CLARIS. On top the price went up. Cooperate greed ! But is not only Specialized doing so all of the major brands are doing the same. Basically double inflation.
this same model had claris last year the sport came with the sora
This spec is trash for the money. All these companies are ripping cyclist off, and probably didn't give their employees any kick back 🤦🏾
I bought the Allez Sport for 1200. Much better deal because even though it's "only" Sora 9 speed, the crankset (Praxis Alba) is already 11 speed compatible so later upgrades are easier and cheaper.
Considering that you said this, will any 11s crankset be compatible with an 8s Claris r200 drivetrain?
@@hucklejoko4838 I don't think so.
If you buy the Allez and later want to go 11 speed, you have to buy a new bottom bracket and crankset (~200$). If you buy the Allez Sport you can keep the one already installed.
Praxis Alba is equivalent to Shimano 105.
@@philippniemann1133 well my situation is quite different, i already have a bike with Claris groupo and i want to change JUST the cranks for weight savings. I've been looking at the 105 crankset as an upgraded so i was hoping to get some answers if an 11s light crank is compatible with the rest of my components.
@@hucklejoko4838 Unfortunately, the 105 crank is not compatible with Claris. They're manufactured with different specs, the chain would NOT run smoothly.
@@philippniemann1133 thank you for your response. cheers mate!
long term you could easily get a 105 on there with some carbon hoops, very good standard frame
yea it is not a bad first bike at all the meat and potatoes of it are really nice
I’m getting a 2nd hand 13” specialized elite… and couldn’t be more excited 🤗🤗
thats aweomse!!!! congrats
Love this bike. Got it down to 9kg with component upgrades.
I have this exact frame, upgraded to 105 and put Campagnolo Zonda rims on it and GP5000.
I’ve been riding the hell out of my allez sport since March. It’s a Great bike.
thye are a work horse bike!!!
It is a shame that they do not make E5 dsw frame anymore, mine is 2015 model and is a racing beast - with ultegra 6700, gp5000, light wheels, carbon seatpost, fizik bar and uno stem so the weight is 7,6 without pedals. Some footage with bike can be seen on my videos
Rim brakes are actually what attracted me to this brand. I prefer the looks and performance of rim brakes. No complaints with my Allez - it’s a great bike 👍🏼
not to blow your bubble. but they are changing that for this year
@@GCPerformance18 mistake on their end
@@GCPerformance18 where can I find information on their new release ? There are new models coming ? I was going to buy this 2022 one
Trek has the Domane AL2 for $1000. Basically the same bike.
I'm very interested in the Domane you mentioned. I don't really want to go much above a grand.
I have a 2003 Allez Comp. Back then it was an aluminum race bike with full Ultegra. Not an entry level bike. I still have it. Upgraded everything but the frame over the years. Today sits at 16.5 lbs in size 49. Its lighter than some modern carbon bikes.
I have a 2003 Allez sport with upgrades and i ride it all the time
i was curious as to what is the expected life of an alloy frame if maintained well and not ridden badly.
@@cactuslily8829 I can't imagine that an aluminum road bike frame would not last for a very long time. Smooth tarmac places very little stress on the frame. You'd have to be really beating on it to get aluminum fatigue cracks. Mountain biking, on the other hand, is hard on everything.
What’s your height? I was suggested 49 for my height of 5’6”(167cm). Although size chart recommends 52
@@Seahorse84 I have to look at my paperwork but I do believe it is a 49 frame and I also am 5’6”.
What size to choose for 173 cm height 78 cm inseam length?
I’m 178cm and own a size 54 of this very same model. I’d suggest a size 52 or 54 for you if you like the racier fit, but I also do think you should physically take a look at the bike or any other before you make your decision. In addition Specialized has a size chart on their website.
Specialized sizing is based on height so 175 to 183cm they recommend a 56. If you have shorter arms and or torso then go down a size and if your arms and or torso are long than try up a size.
I have a 72cm inseam but at 177cm tall and fit on a 56cm. My arms are longer than avg so I could size up to a 58cm despite being shorter than the recommended height.
However other brands like cannondale are a little better at sizing and go based on inseam. With a 72cm inseam I would fit on a small cannondale but bc of my long arms I fit perfectly on a med (54cm) cannondale bike and a 56cm is a little too long for me on Cannondale.
It is a great bike for price I upgrade it to a 105 11 speed and Im very happy!! I put a 172.5 arm crank 52 36 cassette 11 34 cause I wanted to be more versatile
Very nice!!! Sounds like a nice upgrade
what your height and frame size?
@@eugnp I m using a 54 frame and I am 5 10
@@pipezdrum7 how much did the conversion to 105 cost you?
Ofcourse its worth it.. Great first roadbike
I can agree
For me the last at 72😆
Thanks for the video. The 70% of us needs something like that...
I got them in stock lol
My bike it's a Scott Addict but i like the entry levels because they are a driving school... Greetings from Greece...
Never driven a racebike before in my life, probably going out and buying this one tomorow! I'll update if I don't forget
Nice!!! It is an awesome bike
@@GCPerformance18 Did my first ride today a light 20km. Was awsome!
put some carbon ws on there, and almost as heavy as ultegra disc brake bikes.
yea this bike is perfect for those upgrades
Not sure if you mentioned it... but is it possible to fit a set of bigger tires, if so, how big can you go?
yes you can, you can go to 30s
Thx for the video ; do you know the colours available of the elite 2022 model?
you should just have Specialized come out with an S-Works SL7 “Flo-ridah” model...single speed 🚲😂
hahaha I would love it back in the day they made a lunch ride venge model that only came in a 1x
@@GCPerformance18 my very first bike was a specialized allez w/ a cateye 🤙🏽
Hey GC, what wheel size does the frame accommodate on this bike? Also, Do you think it’s sensible to upgrade the wheel and tires on it?
Rolex.. bike selling business is doing well i see:)
hahhahahah
Costs less than the Specialized Tarmac S Works. 😳
Hey GC 20k subs, only watched for the face reveal! Whats going on man! Lol
As to the bike, first must do upgrade is to change those teckro brakes, over the left shoulder and put 105 ones on. The rider will loVe you! ❤️
thank you wayne!!!!! I really appreciate the comments and also being here!!! honestly, thank you
@@GCPerformance18 man your a legend. Very hard for people to see these bikes and get a explanation of the components.
Weather you like specialized or not the format you provide is excellent!
I like to poke a stick at things (as you know), but take my channel and comments with a pinch of salt.
I am a true believe in liberty and everyone has the right to an opinion, be it right or wrong.
As long as we get bums on bikes we are getting people out of cars and getting them fitter.
It is a shame this niche is not as big as some others. But we are trying 👍
My previous specialized roubaix carbon was very good, Now bought this one and happy with😃
very very nice
Australia
On my 2021 Allez the "E5 aluminum" is etched into the chainstay
They are great fun to ride,and all most people need.
I got this on order being my first road bike from a hybrid, finally ready to convert to these now. Hopefully be faster for me :)
How has it been?
@@chuckwalla2967 its been great i do notice the speed difference compared to the hybrid i used to have. Ive replaced the tyres and i also put 105 callipers on, i would like to have full 105 group set on it but for now bike was great buy :)
is there entry level too much?
Nah its got rim brakes so its priceless
Yup , bought one in 2019 for 799 & sold it during pandemic for 575
Yes. If you are just starting out, your best bet is to buy used until you know what you like before paying the premium for a new bike. If you are at the point where you are contemplating $1000 for a bike, you are no longer a beginner and the component spec on this thing for that price will stand out to you as not good enough.
ughh giving that non series crankset is like buying new pc with floppy disc reader, they could easily equip it with full groupset for that price, we now have electronic groupset and disc brake bikes then why is the old tech so expensive
Seeing you build it to an nba player, is it Platinum rims?
Nice rollie flex there
hahaha thnak you
If 2 or 3 different frame sizes fit you, is it better to go with the smaller frame and raise the seat post to high position or go with the larger frame and have the seat post in low position?
I have allez elite with this colour... love it. But i can't slam the stem... do you know how
These are non compatible stem slamming bikes?
@@sparkmadd_IZM lowest i can do is 20mm due to dust cover height...replace it with fsa but make steerer hard to turn
Check out Certified Slammed, they make a headset cover that's as flat as it could get. The kit comes with three shims for you to achieve proper headset bearing preload should you need to use them. One of my customers is using it now.
The reason your steering feels tight is most likely because the FSA headset cover is rubbing the head tube, it should contact only the upper headset bearing compression ring, never the head tube.
yea slam it, you will have no issues!!! I made a vidoe showing how to lower it
they have very small alloy shims that u can get to put on top of the upper bearing so that way there si a little more space
Hey @Gc Performance , would it be worth it to upgrade the wheels on this entry level Allez? I’m able to get it in my size for $800 including tax…
As a novice on the way to intermediate level cyclist, if there’s a good wheel set (including used) for $4-500, with turbo cotton tires, do you think that’d be enough headroom for a year or two of training?
Thanks!
yes it wil be nice bike after u do this and something u feel, you can find some used and some kind of depth with carbon wil be a nice upgrade
@@GCPerformance18 awesome, good to hear. Thanks for the input! 🙏
Can you do a review of the giant tcr 2 2021 or 2022 rim Brake version only because I have one lol £2000
I eed to get more giant on the cannle jsut hard to get everythign
I always thought the dropped seat stays were for more compliance and not more aero.
they are more compliant but also make it more aerodynamic too
Actually, studies have been done by independent testers and lower seat stays literally have no effect on either compliance and/or aero benefits. It’s all a marketing BS
I have a question about the Allez Sprint.
8:42
Jokes aside, it seems like it's a regular Allez with some more aggressive race geometry, and an aero seatpost.
ahhahahhaha yea and also reinforced weld marks and more aero
This bike was really easy to assemble ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxMesz3KOGEmwmvyKQfLfrRSUXLFzfVHZA and required very few adjustments out of the box. The wheels did not require any truing/adjustments. The frame had some small scratches, but nothing major.I did replace the seat though - the seat it came with was very uncomfortable. The tires need to be re-inflated every 4-5 days, but this appears to be quite common for the narrow 700x25 tires.Overall, in my opinion, this bike looks and rides like a much more expensive bike.
Love the video and the batman rolex!
@gcperformance, this model will now be relegated to my winter bike.
What would you suggest for someone who is getting serious and wanting a little bit more than this now knowing they’re looking to compete in some form. Come spring? Much appreciated. 🙌🏻
Very nice!!! It is a nice bike
8 speed in 2022.... for 1k man bikes are wild
I know!!! it seems to be the norm too right now all the companies are like this
@@GCPerformance18 Its wild I paid 1500 for a caad 10 105 with 11 speed out the door back in 2015. 8 speed being on anything near 1k just feels wrong tbh. I know prices have gone up but for a 1k bike to have shimano's lowest current group set feels rough
@@Demon09-_- agreed. I remember a few years ago bikes nearing $1k at the very least had Sora. Those were still a dream to me cause I never thought I’d spend that much money for a bike (was still riding cheap mongooses). Fast forward to last year and I had no choice but to fork over that $1k for this bike, or just never get into road bikes. Should I have waited for something good to pop up on the used market? Probably. Might have gotten something with Sora or Tiagra for the same amount. But its a sacrifice I’m happy to have made, because this is the best riding bike I’ve ever owned
@@Rocky4719 used can be good but it's also a risk. If you are able to do work on the bike your self it's much less but if you can't shop prices can get pretty high these days
@@Demon09-_- very true, and I don’t see them going down anytime soon, as long as people keep paying that extra cash. However, I still think the $1k I paid for this bike was well worth it, because I also paid for the lovely shop experience of talking to someone who knows bikes and recommended this as my first roadie. Oh, and I can’t forget the fact that, since I am about average height for a male, the size of bike I ride (56cm) is extremely hard to find. I remember having to call quite a few shops to see if they had entry level road bikes in 56cm, and most shops either had an entry level road bike on the floor, a size 56cm road bike on the floor, or neither. Was mostly high end bikes way out of my budget. Everytime I look at/ride my basic as hell allez, I remember how lucky I am to even have found it and not have to wait for hellish back order wait times.
My friend just got one of these. Told him to get new carbon c38 wheels as his first upgrade. But I don’t think they make a rim brake version of the c38? If that’s the case, never mind then haha.
They don't, but you can have him take a look at Winspace or Hunt wheels.
hi id like to upgrade the bb on this model, what would you reccomend thanks
if your keeping the same crank dont even worry about it, but if you get anice crank like a shimano 105 or something, get a nice shimano bsa bb 24
@@GCPerformance18 yeah im going to go all 105 on this when i can with some new wheels. Thx
The elite e5 is supposedly just under 20lbs that's fantastic for a bike under 2 grand
that is awesome I know they specd it with nice components this year
Dude what happened to 2022 allez sprint disc comp.
lmao they are out of stock right nwo
Short reach or long reach brake calipers???
When will this bike be back in stock in 2023
I think they might be re working this bike into a disc brake version because i have not seen any instock for a long time
HOLY SH*T WE'RE AT 20K
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I know!!! thanks so much for always being here qand for the support I greatly appreciate it!!!
@@GCPerformance18 thank you too for the great content :)
You deserve this and more
Coming from a flat bar hybrid, would you recommend the Allez or Roubaix? Not looking to race, pretty much 20-30 mile exercise rides with friends.
I say go Allez
Roubaix is a much more comfortable bike due to the springed handlebar stem. This is coming from a person who owns this exact bike (2018) and is stiff.
Allez
Personally at that price I would buy a Merida (Giant and Trek too)with better groupset, awesome bike though
I paid around 2g, but have the Shimano 105 group set and clips
Oh nice, you got the nicer model
So they do this with SRAM shifters and DT Swiss wheels with praxis crank and axis brakes for £900 UK
yes i knwo
I'm just about to buy one of these.What width were those tires?
I think those are 26 on this model
What is the max tire size it would take without chafing the frame?
I think 28
The crankset is lower level Shimano, it's not Claris
oh sorry about that it was labeled on specialized as claris
@@GCPerformance18 no problem!
Is it possible to replace the square tapered bottom bracket with an english threaded?
yes it is
@@GCPerformance18 hey! thanks for the quick response and for the review!
Hate how specialized keeps increasing prices like crazy … I get it supply and demand ..
Such a great bike for the price. I just did a long term review of it on my channel.
nice sub!
thanks so much!!
I think for the price point Specialized could have offered a bit more for the consumer. Mechanical Disc brakes would have been nice. The Trek Domane AL2 is $1,800 with Claris and Mechanical Disc (they also have it in rim brake for $900). Now I still think is a great bike for the money I would buy it just to be my Zwift bike or commuter in the winter.
Yes!
front tire on backwards
Nice bike and watch btw
thanks os mcuh!!!!!!!!!!!!
Did they discontinue they allez sprint.
they didnt ake it for this year they might come back to it this year
Is the bottom bracket tube itself threaded?
yes it is , it is a threaded bb
the tire orientation is incorrect, mate.
you sure? it is a stock bike out of abox so I think it is right
@@GCPerformance18 Nope, mate. i guarantee you it is wrong. You cant beat a engineer who worked in Maxxis tire for 5 years. The tread pattern is just like Maxxis Dolomite.
Would you upgrade the gear set on this to 11 speed , 105 ?
I have the exactly color and model and I made it 105 11 speeds!! Its a really nice with the fabric claris group set but now is better!!
I would buy it.
hell yea
This bike would be so much better if specialized didn't cripple their bikes with budget groupsets. My 900quid gravel bike weights 9.5kgs with gravel tyres on. If this came with even a partial 105 groupset it would be a much better bike.
very nice
yea it is
what’s you height? is 183cm good for 56 frame?
i am 6 foot tall
Hey man, im planning to get into cycling to lose weight, im a big guy, i weight 140kg, you think the bike can handle it?
yes of course
Really?! So you’re saying I can ride a road bike?
I would think you run the risk of breaking some spokes up front due to the lower spoke count compared to the rear, moreso if you ride rough roads, but the frame itself should be able to handle it.
Very
Nice 👍
I still think my Allezhater comment on the gator video was good.
What does it mean when the tires are not tubeless ready?
Clincher-only tires aren't airtight, it's also what makes them easier to mount.
If you try to convert one to tubeless, sealant may seep out of the sidewalls.
@@yonglingng5640 Also, the bead is not the same as a tubeless bead. It could come off the wheel while riding.
@@CGB65 Yup, that too.
this is base 2022？
You from Michigan?
no im from florida
"New riders should only use rim brakes to start out with because they haven't developed the passion enough to deal with the frustrations that disc brakes cause."*
*[Change my mind.]
hahahahhahah
😅😄😃
700x28c is possible ?!?!
Yes it is
You never answered your own question. Is it worth it?! :)
Yes it is. It is a great starter bike
1499 in Canada😂😭😭
Give me these
Not good looking as my tarmac sl7 ahahahahah
That is spec'd bottom of the barrel. Square tapered BB. More than likely all the bearings used in the bike are garbage. Wheels are garbage. 8 spd C'mon, they should have at least used a 9 spd. I'd rather go to REI and spend less on a Co-Op bike. You obviously don't get much for your money these days. They should have kept the price at $800 then it would be something to consider.
Heavy bike no thanks
true
Way to expensive 🥸
Too or to, doesn’t matter here 😂😂
what would u prefer for the price