Specialized Tarmac SL6 Sport - S/52, 28 Flo Red / Tarmac black, 2023

For the development of Tarmac, we used advanced aerospace composites optimization software to revolutionize both the design and layup of the new FACT 8r carbon.
500 pieces create 7 different sizes with the same tuned ride - that's Rider-First Engineered™. We examine every layer of carbon on every frame size to ensure all of our performance goals are met. To ensure that you have the perfect riding experience. Each frame has a unique layout of carbon layers, orientations, amount of material in specific areas, and sometimes exclusive thicknesses and types of carbon itself.
Aerodynamics are the most important thing that can make you faster, but with the Tarmac we've added aero without affecting the weight of the bike. Through development, we discovered three areas where we could add aero "for free" - a new fork shape, lowered seatstays, and a D-shaped seat tube and seat tube. The result? A Tarmac that's about 30 seconds faster at 40 kilometres.
The updated geometry is based on numerous Retül data points and feedback from professional riders. This has allowed us to develop a Performance Road geometry that perfectly combines a responsive front end and short wheelbase to provide instant response and optimal power transfer.