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FIRST LOOK: Specialized Roubaix 2007

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The Roubaix for 2007

A few weeks ago Spesh launched their latest stuff for 2007. We have a whole load of pictures to sort through including the new wheels, a all new Tarmac and the new S-Works carbon cranks. But first up is an RCUK favourite ride – The Roubaix. It’s lighter and tricker than before and some of the detailing is marvellous. No chance to ride it yet but here’s the details from the press release:

Roubaix 2007 Advancements from 06:

All-new S-Works frame design featuring AZ1 construction
All-new Pro/Expert frame platform with AZ1 construction
Wheels chosen for ride quality
Roubaix tires on all models
All models are 10 speed
BG F.I.T. implementations

The ‘new’ main features are:

Systems approach to Bike Design – Project Roubaix
Oversize Bottom Bracket / Crank combination – Stiffest/lightest available
Handlebar – integration of stem & handlebar creates stiffest combination
Wheels – models chosen best blend of performance and compliance
Tires – High performance with increased compliance – Roubaix 23/25
Bars – Increase comfort without compromising performance – Barphat
Saddles –Lightest available while maintaining good bloodflow with enhanced comfort – Toupe gel
Gearing – more appropriate for all-day rides

More here



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Spesh’s own carbon Roval wheels
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The new ‘Zertz’ are being tested
by Gerolsteiner in the Tour
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Spesh’s S-Works Crank in carbon
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Spesh have added nice details
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The approval of Gerolsteiner
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The new Roubaix has cleaner lines
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and the whole look is ‘lighter’
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‘insect leg’ seat stays
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The new Roubaix