2019 Specialized Tarmac Disc Comp Limited Sagan Collection Road Bike

The Sagan Collection takes these traits and through some heavy design collaboration transforms them into a collection of products that'll help you find your own world champion stripes.

In order cut some grams from the Tarmac but to also ensure that it's stiff and compliant in exactly the right places, Specialized took major steps to improving their rider-first engineered technology. From different layup schedules and materials to visibly different forks every single aspect of the Tarmac was scrutinised to ensure you're getting the perfect ride. With this revamp, the geometry was also updated basing it on countless Retul data points and professional rider input. This aided the development of a performance road geometry that perfects the combination of a responsive front-end and short wheelbase which delivers instantaneous response and optimal power transfer.

Whilst stiffness aids in the aforementioned, compliance must also be utilised for an optimal ride quality. That's why Specialized dropped the seatstays and altered the seat tube shape. Tyre clearance up to 30mm was also added which allows lower pressures for decreased rolling resistance increased traction and more comfort. Altogether these additions still have the Tarmac riding like a true race-machine but it also takes a bit of the sting out of road imperfections. You'll thank Specialized on your next long ride.

Disc brakes were chosen as they offer superior braking power and modulation, work exceptionally well in wet weather, and provide a very minor weight addition. All this means that you have more control and can go faster with more confidence.

Specialized also know however that aerodynamic improvements are the most important thing they can do to make you faster. The Bora-Hansgrohe and Quick-Step Floors Pro Tour riders, after all, are demanding aero improvements on every bike. With this, the aero goal was to discover where aero could essentially be added for free by not taking anything away from the hallmarks of the Tarmac design. During the six-month iterative process three areas were discovered where this could be done - a new fork shape and dropped seatstays with aero tubes.

This Tarmac comes with a no-fuss spec that includes Shimano Ultegra mechanical shifting, quick-stopping hydraulic disc brakes, durable DT R470 disc wheels.

• Featuring a rider-first engineered design that ensures every frame size has the same legendary climbing responsiveness and descending prowess you'd expect from a tarmac. The FACT 9r frame is the perfect blend of value and performance.
• DT R470 disc wheels feature reliable, sealed cartridge hubs, and 24 front and rear spokes that keeps weight low and durability high.
• Shimano's no-fuss Ultegra shifting with hydraulic disc brakes provides precise shifting and plenty of stopping power.