2007 Surly Steamroller vs 2008 Specialized Roubaix SL DA
We can't match sizes for these two: one of them has no stack and reach for the sizes shown.
What changes on the Specialized Roubaix SL DA
- Frame stack
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Frame reach
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Wheelbase
- +59 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +22 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Only the Surly Steamroller is drawn. The Specialized Roubaix SL DA numbers we have for size 61 are missing the reach and stack.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Surly Steamroller 56 | Specialized Roubaix SL DA 61 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 402.3 | not listed | |
| Stack | 558.8 | not listed | |
| Head tube angle | 73.5 | 73° | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 72.5° | −1.0° |
| Effective top tube | 568.0 | 600 | +32 mm |
| Chainstay length | 398.0 | 420 | +22 mm |
| Wheelbase | 978.6 | 1038 | +59 mm |
| BB drop | 70.0 | 70 | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 807.9 | 825 | +17 mm |
| Seat tube length | 560.0 | 570 | +10 mm |
| Fork length | 375 | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 136 | 235 | +99 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Roubaix SL DA minus the Surly Steamroller. Full charts: 2007 Surly Steamroller, 2008 Specialized Roubaix SL DA.
Where each sits in its class
Surly SteamrollerSpecialized Roubaix SL DA
AggressivePositionUpright
CalmSteeringQuick
PlayfulBalancePlanted
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 | Surly SteamrollerSteamroller | Specialized Roubaix SL DAS-Works SL DA |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Surly 4130 CroMoly | not listed |
| Cassette | Lida 18t | Shimano Dura-Ace |
| Chain | KMC Z610H | Shimano Dura Ace |
| Crankset | Samox AF19-D45S | not listed |
| Chainring | Samox 45t | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano UN26 | not listed |
| Tire | Continental Contact Sport | Specialized Roubaix |
| Hub | Surly Ultra New 32 | not listed |
| Rim | Alex Rims Adventurer 2 | not listed |
| Brake | Tektro R539 | Shimano Dura-Ace Front, Shimano Dura-Ace Rear |
| Handlebar | Dimension Arc | not listed |
| Stem | Surly HL | Specialized Pro-Set |
| Headset | Cane Creek Custom 5 | Specialized Mindset |
| Seatpost | Promax SP-2010 | not listed |
| Saddle | WTB Volt Sport | Specialized Body Geometry Toupé Gel |
| Shifter | not listed | Shimano Dura-Ace |
| Derailleur | not listed | Shimano Dura-Ace Front, Shimano Dura-Ace rear |
| Wheelset | not listed | Roval Roubaix 322x |
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