S-Works Roubaix SL8 â SRAM RED AXS
Our dropped clamp design exposes more seatpost to increase deflection, but âmoreâ isnât simply better. The Pavé seatpost controls that deflection for optimal vertical compliance. Together, they create AfterShock technology, which, when paired with the Roubaixâs rigid rear triangle, delivers a smooth ride with no loss in efficiency.
The Roubaix SL8 is the smoothest road bike our Ride Science Team has ever tested, reducing impacts at the bars and saddle by 53% compared to the nearest competition. With Roubaixâs Future Shock 3.0, the wheel quickly moves over the bump, while rider mass remains stable, maintaining momentum in rough terrain. Typical forks deflect backward on impact, causing a measurable loss in speed. Itâs a scientific fact: Smoother is indeed faster.
CAPABILITY: The Roubaix pioneered endurance geometry, so you ride âINâ the bike, not âONâ the bike, to relieve pressure on your hands, arms, and shoulders for capability and confidence on any road, yet itâs ready to dissect a mountain decent at full gas. Snuggle up.
With tire clearance up to 40mm, this endurance road machine delivers better traction than ever on rough roads and even light gravel. Thanks to lightweight, super-efficient Specialized tires, that extra tire volume and traction comes with no downsides.
Roubaix inspires really BIG days on the bike, so weâve given it every mount your adventures could needâthree bottle mounts, top-tube mounts, and itâs even fender-ready. So, go ahead and bring it all along for the ride.
PERFORMANCE: The new Roubaix SL8 is our most aero yet, with new aero shapes from our Free Foil library and dropped seat stays. At just 828 grams, the frame is 50 grams lighter, utilizing lessons learned from the Aethos - the worldâs lightest production frame - and our premium Fact 12r carbon blend. Nothing in its class is faster or lighter than the Roubaix.
FACT 12r, Rider First Engineered⢠(RFE), FreeFoil Shape Library tubes, threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
Future Shock 3.3 w/ Smooth Boot, FACT Carbon 12x100mm, thru-axle, flat-mount disc
S-Works SL, alloy, titanium bolts, 6-degree rise
Roval Alpinist Carbon Handlebar, 125mm drop, 75mm reach
SRAM RED E1, hydraulic disc
SRAM RED AXS E1, braze-on
SRAM RED E1, hydraulic disc
SRAM RED AXS E1, hydraulic disc
SRAM RED AXS E1, 12-speed
SRAM RED AXS E1 with Quarq Power Meter, 48/35t
SRAM RED E1 Flattop 12-speed
Supacaz Super Sticky Kush
S-Works Pave
Hidden drop clamp
S-Works Power with Mirror
Roval Rapide CLX III, Tubeless, 21mm internal width carbon rim, 48.5mm depth, Win Tunnel Engineered, Roval LF19-R hub, 24h, ARRIS MTO-255 Straight Pull Spokes (Carbon Fiber reinforced BioNylon, Ti end fittings)
Cotton TLR, 700x32c
Cotton TLR, 700x32c
700x25-35mm, 65mm Presta valve, TPU tube
Roval Rapide CLX III, Tubeless, 21mm internal width carbon rim, 51mm depth, Win Tunnel Engineered, Roval LF18-F hub, 18h, ARRIS MTO-255 Straight Pull Spokes (Carbon Fiber reinforced BioNylon, Ti end fittings)
Roval Rapide CLX III, Tubeless, 21mm internal width carbon rim, 51mm depth, Win Tunnel Engineered, Roval LF18-F hub, 18h, ARRIS MTO-255 Straight Pull Spokes (Carbon Fiber reinforced BioNylon, Ti end fittings)
Ceramic Speed BB Alpha, BSA DUB
Ceramic Speed BB Alpha, BSA DUB