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2010 Specialized Tarmac Elite

Velopedia Archive ID 21890

Overview

Model year2010
BrandSpecialized
ModelTarmac Elite
Bicycle typeRoad race & triathlon
Archive ID21890
Original MSRP$2,200.00
ColorsCarbon, Carbon/White
Sizes49cm, 52cm, 54cm, 56cm, 58cm, 61cm

Frameset

Frame constructionMonocoque
Frame materialSpecialized FACT 8r carbon
ForkTarmac FACT carbon monocoque
Fork materialCarbon, aero crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupShimano 105 Mix
ShiftersShimano 105 STI
Front derailleurShimano 105, braze-on
Rear derailleurShimano 105
CranksetShimano FC-R550, 53/39t teeth
Bottom bracketShimano FC-R550
CassetteShimano 105
Rear cogs10-speed, 12 - 27 teeth
ChainKMC X10 CP
PedalsN/A

Brakes

BrakesArch design dual pivot brakes, Shimano 105 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" - 1 1/2" Aheadset
HandlebarSpecialized Comp Ergo alloy
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemSpecialized Comp-Set 3D forged 4-bolt
SaddleSpecialized Body Geometry Toupe w/hollow Cr-Mo rails
SeatpostSpecialized comp FACT carbon w/Zertz insert, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsForged Alloy Sealed
RimsMAVIC CXP-22S, 28-hole/32-hole
SpokesStainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front tire700 x 23c Specialized Mondo Pro II
Wheel size700c wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 5, 2026.