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Specialized's Roubaix SL8 is a groundbreaking endurance road bike, featuring Future Shock 3.0 for unparalleled smoothness and control. With advanced compliance and capability, this aero-optimised bike is ready for your biggest adventures.
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Roubaix SL8: The Ultimate Endurance Road Bike
Two decades ago, we pioneered the endurance road category, proving that ergonomics and performance go hand in hand. Today, the Roubaix SL8 with Future Shock 3.0 takes that legacy even further, offering a bike that’s lighter, faster, and smoother than anything we've ever made. The road may be rough beneath you, but on the Roubaix, every ride is pure bliss.
Equipped with Shimano 105 Di2 electronic shifting and hydraulic disc brakes, paired with DT Swiss G540 Disc wheels, this bike is ready to deliver seamless performance and reliability for any adventure. With low-maintenance technology, it’s a road bike that won’t just get you there—it will excite you every step of the way.
The Future Shock 3.0 takes centre stage, now more tunable, adjustable, and durable than ever. It provides 20mm of smooth, stiction-free travel between the stem and head tube, no matter your riding position. This innovative system keeps your hands and bars steady, ensuring a smoother, more controlled ride that helps you stay fast, safe, and confident on even the roughest roads.
Our dropped clamp design exposes more seatpost to enhance deflection, but “more” isn’t always better. The Pavé seatpost controls that deflection, offering the ideal balance of comfort and performance. Paired with AfterShock technology and the Roubaix’s rigid rear triangle, it creates a ride that’s incredibly smooth with zero compromise on efficiency.
The Roubaix SL8 is the smoothest road bike our Ride Science Team has ever tested, reducing impacts at the bars and saddle by an impressive 53% compared to the competition. Thanks to Future Shock 3.0, the wheels quickly glide over bumps, while your body remains stable, helping you maintain momentum in rough terrain. Unlike typical forks that deflect backward on impact (slowing you down), Future Shock ensures that smoother is faster—it's a proven scientific fact.
The Roubaix revolutionised endurance geometry, allowing you to ride “IN” the bike, not “ON” it. This design reduces pressure on your hands, arms, and shoulders, providing the comfort and confidence to tackle any road—while still being ready to rip down mountain descents at full speed.
With tire clearance up to 40mm, the Roubaix SL8 offers superior traction on rough roads and light gravel. Thanks to lightweight, high-performance Specialized tires, this extra tire volume doesn’t come at the cost of speed—it only enhances your ride.
For those epic days in the saddle, we’ve included every mount you need for long-distance adventures—three bottle mounts, top-tube mounts, and even fender-ready compatibility. Pack everything you need and hit the road with confidence.
The new Roubaix SL8 is our most aero-efficient bike yet, featuring advanced shapes from our Free Foil library and sleek, dropped seat stays. At just 950 grams, the frame is 50 grams lighter than its predecessor, utilising insights from the Aethos (the world’s lightest production frame) and our Fact 10r carbon blend.
Nothing in its class is faster or lighter than the Roubaix SL8. With its lightness, aero optimization, and incredible performance, it’s the perfect tool for riders seeking the ultimate balance of speed, comfort, and versatility.
| Frame | FACT 10R, Rider First Engineered™ (RFE), FreeFoil Shape Library tubes, threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc |
| Fork | Future Shock 3.2 w/ Smooth Boot, FACT Carbon 12x100mm, thru-axle, flat-mount disc |
| Crankset | Shimano 105, 12-speed |
| Chain | Shimano 105, 12-Speed |
| Cassette | Shimano 105, 12-Speed, 11-36t |
| Shift Levers | Shimano 105 R7170, hydraulic disc |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano 105 R7170, braze-on |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano 105 R7150, 12-speed |
| Front Brake | Shimano 105, Hydraulic disc |
| Rear Brake | Shimano 105, Hydraulic disc |
| Front Wheel | DT Swiss G540 rim, 24mm internal width, tubeless ready, 24h, Specialized full sealed bearing thru axle hub, centerlock disc, DT Swiss Champion 14G stainless steel spokes, DT Swiss brass nipples |
| Rear Wheel | DT Swiss G540 rim, 24mm internal width, tubeless ready, 24h, Specialized full sealed bearing thru axle hub, centerlock disc, DT Swiss Champion 14G stainless steel spokes, DT Swiss brass nipples |
| Front Tyre | S-Works Mondo 2BR, 700x32c |
| Rear Tyre | S-Works Mondo 2BR, 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 Binder | Hidden drop clamp |
| Inner Tubes | 700x28/38mm, 48mm Presta valve |
| Chain Rings | 50/34T |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano Threaded BSA BB |
| Stem | Future Stem Comp |
| Tape | Supacaz Super Sticky Kush |
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.
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