2014 Specialized Allez Comp Smartweld vs 2015 Specialized Venge Pro Race
The 61 is the Specialized Venge Pro Race size closest to your 580.0 Specialized Allez Comp Smartweld. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Specialized Venge Pro Race
Compared with the Specialized Allez Comp Smartweld in 580.0, the Specialized Venge Pro Race in 61 places the top of the head tube 8 mm higher and 5 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 10 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +8 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +5 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +10 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- +0.5°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +3 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Allez Comp Smartweld, 580.0Specialized Venge Pro Race, 61Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Allez Comp Smartweld 580.0 | Specialized Venge Pro Race 61 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 402mm | 407mm | +5 mm |
| Stack | 606mm | 614mm | +8 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73.5° | 74° | +0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73° | 72.5° | −0.5° |
| Chainstay length | 407mm | 410mm | +3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1003mm | 1013mm | +10 mm |
| Standover | 836mm | 860mm | +24 mm |
| Seat tube length | 540mm | 577mm | +37 mm |
| Head tube length | 205mm | 210mm | +5 mm |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 600mm | |
| BB drop | not listed | 67.5mm |
Differences are the Specialized Venge Pro Race minus the Specialized Allez Comp Smartweld. Full charts: 2014 Specialized Allez Comp Smartweld, 2015 Specialized Venge Pro Race.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Allez Comp SmartweldSpecialized Venge Pro Race
Each bike is ranked against the other road bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Specialized Allez Comp SmartweldComp Smartweld | Specialized Venge Pro RacePro Race |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | Specialized Tarmac Comp | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano Tiagra | Shimano Ultegra |
| Derailleur | Shimano Tiagra | Shimano Ultegra |
| Cassette | Shimano Tiagra | Shimano Ultegra |
| Chain | KMC X10 | Shimano Ultegra |
| Crankset | FSA Gossamer | not listed |
| Wheelset | Specialized AXIS 1.0 | Roval Rapide CL 60 |
| Tire | Specialized Espoir | Specialized Turbo Pro |
| Brake | Specialized AXIS DC 2.0, Shimano Tiagra | Shimano Ultegra |
| Stem | Specialized Elite-Set | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Riva | Specialized Romin Evo Expert |
| Handlebar | not listed | Specialized S-Works Aerofly |
| Seatpost | not listed | Specialized Venge |
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