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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2008 Specialized Sequoia Elite.
- Gearing
2019 Specialized Sequoia Elite has a 16% lower climbing ratio than 2008 Specialized Sequoia Elite.
A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.
- Identity & price
2008 Specialized Sequoia Elite had an original MSRP $750 lower than 2019 Specialized Sequoia Elite.
Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.
Selected-size geometry
Geometry overlay
Frames share one scale and a bottom-bracket alignment. Size labels differ by brand; schematic drawing aids are identified below.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.90:1Highest3.45:1Total range382%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Rear tire: 700C×38.
Lowest1.07:1Highest4.55:1Total range424%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×25; rear size isn’t listed.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2019 Specialized Sequoia Elite
2008 Specialized Sequoia Elite
Overview
Model Year
2019
2008
Brand
Specialized
Specialized
Model
Sequoia Elite
Sequoia Elite
Bicycle Type
Road
Road race & triathlon
Original MSRP
$2,000.00
$1,250.00
Colors
East Sierras/Charcoal Reflective, Kombu/Charcoal Reflective
Charcoal, Red
Sizes
50, 52, 54, 56, 58, 61
49cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 61cm
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
Specialized Premium Cr-Mo, size-specific tubing, Adventure Geometry, fender/rack mounts
TIG-welded
Frame Material
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A1 Premium aluminum
Fork
Specialized FACT carbon, tapered, internal light cable routing, flat-mount disc, water bottle/rack/fender mounts
Specialized FACT, w/Zertz inserts
Fork Material
Carbon Fiber
Carbon/carbon steerer, aero crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
—
Road Mix
Shifters
SRAM Apex 1
Shimano Tiagra STI Dual Control
Front Derailleur
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Shimano Tiagra, bottom-pull/clamp-on
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Apex 1, long cage, 11-speed
Shimano 105
Crankset
Praxis Alba, Wave Tech, 1x; chainrings: 38T
Shimano Tiagra, 30/39/50 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Included w/ crankset
Shimano Tiagra
Cassette
SunRace, 11-speed, 11-42t
—
Rear Cogs
—
9-speed, 11 - 28 teeth
Chain
Sram PC1130 w/ Powerlink, 11-speed
Shimano HG-73, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Nylon, 105x78x28mm, loose ball w/ reflectors
Composite body, alloy cage, with toe clips and straps
Brakes
Brakes
(F) SRAM Apex, hydraulic disc, 160mm Rotor / (R) SRAM Apex, hydraulic disc, 160mm
Ultralight dual pivot brakes, Shimano 105 STI Dual Control front/Shimano Tiagra STI Dual Control rear levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
—
1 1/8" threadless Specialized Mindset, integrated threadless
Handlebar
Specialized Adventure Gear Hover, 103mm drop x 70mm reach x 12d flare
Specialized Zertz Comp, 31.8mm
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
Specialized, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise
Specialized Comp-Set, 31.8mm clamp
Saddle
Anza, hollow Cr-Mo rails, aluminum bumper
Body Geometry Sonoma
Seatpost
—
Specialized Pavé II, FACT carbon w/ Zertz insert, aluminum head, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
(F) Hayfield, anodized / (R) Hayfield, anodized
Specialized forged alloy
Wheels
(F) Hand-built wheel assembly / (R) Hand-built wheel assembly
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Rims
700C alloy, clincher, 18.5mm depth, 25mm internal width, rim brake, 32h
Alex AS1, 24-hole/28-hole
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
Sawtooth 2Bliss Ready, 700x38mm
700 x 25c Specialized All Condition Sport
Rear Tire
Sawtooth 2Bliss Ready, 700x38mm
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Wheel Size
—
700c wheels
Geometry · choose a size for each bicycle
Geometry size
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Reach
387.8 mm
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Stack
566 mm
—
Effective top tube
550 mm
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Head-tube angle
71.5°
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Seat-tube angle
74°
—
Seat tube
480 mm
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Head tube
130 mm
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Chainstay / rear center
435.2 mm
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Wheelbase
1037 mm
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Bottom-bracket drop
67 mm
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Bottom-bracket height
292 mm
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Standover height
772 mm
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Fork offset / rake
50 mm
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Front center
611 mm
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Trail
67 mm
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Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.