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Specialized Roubaix SL8, the ultimate endurance road bike with Future Shock 3.0 for a lighter, faster, smoother ride. Designed for comfort & speed in any terrain. Unleash unmatched confidence with optimal vertical compliance & smooth ride thanks to AfterShock technology. Pioneering endurance geometry for capability & confidence on any road. Tire clearance up to 38c/40mm for better traction on rough roads & light gravel. Aero design for top performance. Embark on big adventures with multiple mounts.
The Roubaix SL8 52 Rusted Red / Obsidian is available at the following locations.
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The Roubaix SL8: The Pinnacle of Endurance Road Performance
Two decades ago, we redefined the endurance road category, proving that ergonomics and performance are inseparable. Today, the Roubaix SL8 with Future Shock 3.0 is lighter, faster, and smoother than any road bike before it, delivering unmatched confidence on every ride. While the roads may be tough beneath you, on the Roubaix, it’s a heavenly experience above.
Future Shock 3.0 takes centre stage in the Roubaix SL8, offering more tunability, adjustability, and durability than ever before. Every rider, regardless of position, benefits from 20mm of stiction-free travel between the stem and head tube, ensuring a smoother, more controlled ride. The system helps keep your hands steady, allowing you to ride faster, safer, and with more confidence, even over rough terrain.
The dropped clamp design exposes more seatpost, increasing deflection for additional compliance—but more isn’t always better. The Pavé seatpost carefully controls this deflection, providing the ideal amount of vertical flex for optimal comfort. Together, with the Roubaix’s rigid rear triangle, this pairing creates AfterShock technology—delivering a smooth, efficient ride that keeps power transfer intact.
The Roubaix SL8 has been tested by our Ride Science Team and is the smoothest road bike we’ve ever measured. It reduces impacts at the bars and saddle by 53% compared to its nearest competitor. Thanks to Future Shock 3.0, the wheels glide over bumps, keeping rider mass stable and maintaining momentum through rough patches. Traditional forks deflect backward on impact, slowing you down, but Future Shock 3.0 keeps things moving forward—proving once again that smoother is faster.
The Roubaix pioneered endurance geometry, allowing you to ride “IN” the bike, not just “ON” it. This design relieves pressure on your hands, arms, and shoulders, providing comfort for long hours on the road while ensuring the bike is agile enough to attack steep descents at full speed.
With tire clearance up to 40mm, the Roubaix SL8 offers enhanced traction and stability on rough roads and light gravel. And thanks to lightweight, efficient Specialized tires, that added tire volume doesn’t slow you down—in fact, it improves performance without any sacrifice.
The Roubaix is built for long rides and big adventures, so we’ve equipped it with all the mounts you’ll need: three bottle mounts, top-tube mounts, and it’s even fender-ready. So load it up, and take on whatever roads you choose.
The Roubaix SL8 is our most aero-efficient model yet, featuring new aero shapes from our Free Foil library and dropped seat stays to reduce drag and improve speed. The frame is 50 grams lighter, now tipping the scales at just 950 grams, thanks to insights learned from the Aethos—the world’s lightest production frame—and our Fact 10r carbon blend.
When it comes to performance, nothing in the class compares to the Roubaix SL8. It’s lighter, faster, and more capable than anything in its category, making it the perfect machine for riders who want the best of both worlds: endurance and performance.
| Frame | FACT 10R, Rider First Engineered™ (RFE), FreeFoil Shape Library tubes, threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc |
| Fork | Future Shock 3.1 w/ Smooth Boot, FACT Carbon 12x100mm, thru-axle, flat-mount disc |
| Crankset | Shimano Tiagra, 10-Speed |
| Chain | KMC X10, 10-Speed |
| Cassette | Shimano Tiagra, 10-speed, 11-34T |
| Shift Levers | Shimano Tiagra 4720, Hydraulic Disc |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano 105 R7100, braze-on |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimnao Tiagra |
| Front Brake | Shimano Tiagra Hydraulic Disc, 160mm |
| Rear Brake | Shimano Tiagra Hydraulic Disc, 160mm |
| Front Wheel | Axis Elite Disc |
| Rear Wheel | Axis Elite Disc |
| Front Tyre | Road Sport, 700x32c |
| Rear Tyre | Road Sport, 700x32c |
| Handlebars | Specialized Hover Comp, Alloy, 125mm Drop, 75mm Reach w/Di2 Hole |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails |
| Seat Post | S-Works Pave Seat post |
| Seat Binder | Hidden drop clamp |
| Inner Tubes | 700x28/38mm, 48mm Presta valve |
| Chain Rings | 50/34 |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BSA |
| Stem | Future Stem Comp |
| Tape | Roubaix S-Wrap |
Please note: Manufacturers can sometimes change the specification of the products from time to time.
Lifetime warranty* to the original owner against structural defects in material or workmanship on ALL models of Specialized-branded frames and forks
* Register your bike, frameset, or Roval wheels within the first 90 days of purchase for a lifetime warranty to the original owner.
When you purchase a bike from Specialized Concept Stores, you'll receive a complimentary tune-up service at at your nearest Concept Store within 6 weeks of bike delivery.
This free service is designed to ensure that the bike you've chosen is operating optimally and to make any necessary adjustments, such as cable stretching, common with new bikes.
However, if you encounter any issues with your bike at any point, we strongly advise you to cease riding and promptly book your bike in for its complimentary service to ensure your safety and riding pleasure.
When you receive your bike, you'll be pleasantly surprised at how effortless it is to get it road-ready. We've designed the assembly process to be as straightforward as possible, so you can start enjoying your new ride without delays.
All you need to do is install the handlebars, pedals, and wheels. It's a quick and hassle-free process that requires no advanced technical skills. Our user-friendly instructions and included tools will guide you through each step, ensuring a smooth and secure assembly.
Whether you're an experienced cyclist or new to bike assembly, you can trust that the process will be a breeze. Within no time, your bike will be fully assembled, and you'll be ready to hit the road, trail, or bike path with confidence.
We offer 10 days free cover with all new bikes purchased, provided by our insurance partner VeloLife. You will be covered for the first 10 days of ownership against theft and accidental damage, so you can purchase with confidence.
Give yourself the comfort of no obligation free insurance, make sure you have peace of mind from the moment you leave the store. If anything happens to the bike in the first 10 days of ownership, know you are covered!
Cycle to Work Scheme: Affordable Riding for UK Employees
Unlock a cost-effective way to own the bike of your dreams through the Cycle to Work Scheme. This initiative, available to employees in the UK, lets you enjoy the benefits of cycling while saving on your bike purchase.
With the Cycle to Work Scheme, you can use your pre-tax salary to acquire a brand-new bicycle and essential cycling accessories. This means significant savings for you, as your salary sacrifice reduces both your income tax and National Insurance contributions.
The process is seamless: Choose the bike that suits your needs and budget from our extensive range. Your employer will then set up a salary sacrifice arrangement, spreading the cost of your bike over a specified period, typically 12 to 18 months.
Once the salary sacrifice period ends, you have the option to own the bike outright for a nominal fee, ensuring you get to keep and enjoy your trusted two-wheeled companion for years to come.
Experience the freedom of cycling, save money, and reduce your carbon footprint with the Cycle to Work Scheme. Join countless UK employees who have already embraced this eco-friendly and wallet-friendly way of commuting.
Trust our 14 years of experience in the bicycle insurance industry. Our comprehensive, customisable, and competitively priced coverage includes easy online quotes, fast claims handling, and expert customer service.
We offer 10 days free cover with all new bikes purchased, provided by our insurance partner VeloLife. You will be covered for the first 10 days of ownership against theft and accidental damage, so you can purchase with confidence.
Give yourself the comfort of no obligation free insurance, make sure you have peace of mind from the moment you leave the store. If anything happens to the bike in the first 10 days of ownership, know you are covered!
with a £ 0.00 deposit.
The total charge for credit is £ 0.00.
Please note the above quotation is an indicative cost and actual monthly payments may vary by +/- 2p per month.
Credit subject to status and affordability. Terms & Conditions Apply. Specialized Concept Store is a credit broker and is Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Credit is provided by Novuna Personal Finance, a trading style of Mitsubishi HC Capital UK PLC, authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Financial Services Register no.704348. The register can be accessed through http://www.fca.org.uk.
24 Month Representative Example:
Purchase Price (incl. VAT) £750
Deposit £75
Loan Amount £675
Interest/Total Charge for Credit £109.32
Total Amount Repayable £859.32
Balance Payable £784.32
By 24 Monthly Repayments of £32.68
14.9% APR Representative
Bank rate of interest 8.1% PA fixed
Please note the above quotation is an indicative cost and actual monthly payments may vary.
For Buy Now Pay Later and Deferred Interest Bearing Credit: Interest is charged from day 1 of your agreement, but not charged on any repayments made during the deferral period. On expiry of the deferral period, interest accrued during the deferral period will be applied to your repayments.
Consumer credit services are only available to over 18s and subject to status.
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