This is the current road bike I have in rotation. Incredible power efficiency for a carbon frame. Currently have it set up with Shimano Ultegra, but I have also used the SRAM Force eTap which is equally great on my old Specialized Allez.
I built this frame up and it was the road bike I used while living in Chicago. Check out the “Components” section to see my recommendations there on what this frame was built up with. Phenomenal alloy frame that just goes when you hammer the pedals. ...
Allez Sprint Frameset - D'Aluisio Smartweld Alloy
Components
My Specialized Allez Frameset in the “Bikes” section was built up with this groupset. I had it set up as a 1x, but that's because it was flat where I was riding. I would recommend a 2x if riding in areas with elevation gain. The eTap shifting is “ASM...
SRAM Force eTap AXS 2x Groupset
My Specialized Allez Frameset in the “Bikes” section was built with this Quarq power meter. It allowed me to track my power output (Watts) on rides to update training plans based on performance. Quarq is consider one of the premier power meters becau...
Quarq DZERO DUB Road Power Meter Crankset
My Specialized Allez Frameset in the “Bikes” section was built up with this handlebar/stem cockpit. The carbon helped dampen bumps in the road that were amplified by the alloy frame and provided an ultra light setup.
Roval Alpinist Cockpit II
My Specialized Allez Frameset in the “Bikes” section was built up with this wheelset. These are a great carbon wheelset that don't break the bank and can be set up tubeless. Never had any issues with them.
Roval Rapide CL II
This dropper seatpost is on my older Specialized Crave hardtail. When I moved out to the mountains I needed to update my older bike to be a little more forgiving on the trail when hitting downhill sections. It's great for adapting older bikes with 27...