2017 Specialized Tarmac Pro vs 2015 Specialized Venge Pro Race
The 56 is the Specialized Venge Pro Race size closest to your 56 Specialized Tarmac Pro. 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 Tarmac Pro in 56, the Specialized Venge Pro Race in 56 places the top of the head tube at about the same height and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- +2 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- ±0 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- ±0 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Tarmac Pro, 56Specialized Venge Pro Race, 56Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac Pro 56 | Specialized Venge Pro Race 56 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 395mm | 395mm | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 564mm | 566mm | +2 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.25° | 73.25° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 565mm | 565mm | ±0 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 986mm | 986mm | ±0 mm |
| BB drop | 69mm | 69mm | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 272.5mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 795mm | 809mm | +14 mm |
| Seat tube length | 501mm | 527mm | +26 mm |
| Fork length | 368mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 160mm | 160mm | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Venge Pro Race minus the Specialized Tarmac Pro. Full charts: 2017 Specialized Tarmac Pro, 2015 Specialized Venge Pro Race.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Tarmac ProSpecialized 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 Tarmac ProPro | Specialized Venge Pro RacePro Race |
|---|---|---|
| Bottom bracket | Praxis 6806 | not listed |
| Shifter | not listed | Shimano Ultegra |
| Derailleur | not listed | Shimano Ultegra |
| Cassette | not listed | Shimano Ultegra |
| Chain | not listed | Shimano Ultegra |
| Wheelset | not listed | Roval Rapide CL 60 |
| Tire | not listed | Specialized Turbo Pro |
| Brake | not listed | Shimano Ultegra |
| Handlebar | not listed | Specialized S-Works Aerofly |
| Seatpost | not listed | Specialized Venge |
| Saddle | not listed | Specialized Romin Evo Expert |
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