Interesting review, thx. I got one a few months back and built it up with DA 11spd mechanical. It’s quick but not as quick as the Emonda SLR, although it is more comfortable. However it’s not as comfortable as the Aethos which is probably pick of the 3 for the riding I do. Got the weight of the size 58 Allez down to 8.1kg with pedals and cages etc and 35mm deep carbon hoops. Not bad for Alloy. Keen to run it with some Roval Rapides which add weight. FYI: Aethos 7kg, Emonda 7.4kg
Just built mine. 2024 Allez in Satin Fog Tint, 58, Full SRAM Rival AXS eTap, 10/30, Fabric, Flat Scoop Ultimate Saddle with Carbon Rails, DT Swiss A1800 Spline Wheels, Vision Aero Carbon Bars. ABSOLUTELY LOVE this bike. Not harsh at all. As a matter of fact, it feel smother than my 2020 Specialized Tarmac SL6 Comp in a 61. This thing takes every watt and puts it on the floor. More than my Tarmac. It's like it takes less effort because every watt is being used and not wasted.
It totally is. The connection to the road is incredible. Riding up the Carpark climb (pre-flip) I couldn't get it to slip out - I got chicken before I hit the limits of its grip.
I've clipped pedals dozens of times, it's a terrifying experience. When you're on the limit, and just need to get the power down sooner... Sometimes, if you're not in the right gear, you can misjudge your cadence and clip a pedal unexpectedly. I prefer to put more power down later, but sometimes it's hard to judge.
i'm new to cycling, in car races you typically enter the corners with a set speed and smoothly accelerate though. I'm trying to figure out here. Seems the potential for alot to happen in cycling in a curve.
@@shinobusensui9395 Acceleration on a bike means pedalling though, and you can't pedal when your bike is on a steep lean in the middle of a tight corner.
This bike is about as different from a Trek FX3 as you can get! The Trek looks like a fantastic bike, but it's definitely geared towards the 'endurance' end of the market. The Trek will be more comfortable and compliant, and the riding position will be WAY more upright. The Specialized Allez Sprint will put you in a much more aggressive position, meaning your hands will be further forward and lower, so you'll be more aerodynamic, but less comfortable. I mean, you could always set up an Allez Sprint with flat hybrid bars, but that would be like taking a Ferrari chassis and putting in the engine from a Mini.
Interesting review, thx. I got one a few months back and built it up with DA 11spd mechanical. It’s quick but not as quick as the Emonda SLR, although it is more comfortable. However it’s not as comfortable as the Aethos which is probably pick of the 3 for the riding I do. Got the weight of the size 58 Allez down to 8.1kg with pedals and cages etc and 35mm deep carbon hoops. Not bad for Alloy. Keen to run it with some Roval Rapides which add weight. FYI: Aethos 7kg, Emonda 7.4kg
I'm fascinated that you found this slower than an Emonda! The Emonda is far less stiff than the Allez Sprint, and has a more relaxed head tube angle.
Just built mine. 2024 Allez in Satin Fog Tint, 58, Full SRAM Rival AXS eTap, 10/30, Fabric, Flat Scoop Ultimate Saddle with Carbon Rails, DT Swiss A1800 Spline Wheels, Vision Aero Carbon Bars. ABSOLUTELY LOVE this bike. Not harsh at all. As a matter of fact, it feel smother than my 2020 Specialized Tarmac SL6 Comp in a 61. This thing takes every watt and puts it on the floor. More than my Tarmac. It's like it takes less effort because every watt is being used and not wasted.
On smooth tarmac, this this is a weapon - my complaint was more the last 10km of a 120km ride, where the road was... not smooth.
It's a mean cornering machine.
It totally is. The connection to the road is incredible. Riding up the Carpark climb (pre-flip) I couldn't get it to slip out - I got chicken before I hit the limits of its grip.
People crashing cuse they pedal trough corners always baffled me.
Its a basic rule of thumb.
I've clipped pedals dozens of times, it's a terrifying experience. When you're on the limit, and just need to get the power down sooner... Sometimes, if you're not in the right gear, you can misjudge your cadence and clip a pedal unexpectedly.
I prefer to put more power down later, but sometimes it's hard to judge.
i'm new to cycling, in car races you typically enter the corners with a set speed and smoothly accelerate though.
I'm trying to figure out here.
Seems the potential for alot to happen in cycling in a curve.
@@shinobusensui9395 Acceleration on a bike means pedalling though, and you can't pedal when your bike is on a steep lean in the middle of a tight corner.
Nice review. keep going.
Cheers!
I’m likely going to buy this one. I currently have a Trek FX3 Hybrid. Do you think it’s a good idea?
This bike is about as different from a Trek FX3 as you can get! The Trek looks like a fantastic bike, but it's definitely geared towards the 'endurance' end of the market. The Trek will be more comfortable and compliant, and the riding position will be WAY more upright.
The Specialized Allez Sprint will put you in a much more aggressive position, meaning your hands will be further forward and lower, so you'll be more aerodynamic, but less comfortable.
I mean, you could always set up an Allez Sprint with flat hybrid bars, but that would be like taking a Ferrari chassis and putting in the engine from a Mini.