Specialized Allez Sprint "The Carbon Killer 😮" Initial Ride Feels | RobbArmstrong

Where do we begin? 🤔 The Allez Sprint is claimed to be the fastest alloy bike ever, a full 41s faster than it's previous model over 40km but in 2024 is this Bike relevant? A bit the bullet a few months ago when I found a great deal on the frameset. I have a lot of buddies who have Allez and each one of them seriously praise this bike. I finally got around to building it up and I must say... "HASH-TAG: Carbin Killer!" lets talk about it! 😎
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[@robbarmstrong8702]

Would you consider purchasing an Allez Sprint? 🤔 #RobbArmstrong

[@hippo71124]

For sure.. especially that all silver frame. But as a small person (169cm / 73-5 inseam), very difficult to find the frames in Australia :\

[@robbarmstrong8702]

That all *Silver frame is hella dope! I’ve kinda been thinking about getting another frame, 😆🙈 #RobbArmstrong

[@hippo71124]

@@robbarmstrong8702 amen! Have this colourful one set up aero, then the silver with some ultra light climbing wheels, maybe?😍

[@robbarmstrong8702]

Speaking of *Aero, I just ordered some DT Swiss ARC1100s for the Allez. They are 62mm deep. They should be here next week, 🙂 #RobbArmstrong

[@charlesmansplaining]

Never. I can't get past the look of those welds.

[@c.d.j300]

Two things I learned from this video.. 1: This sprint is smooooth 2: You really appreciate a nice yard.

[@robbarmstrong8702]

🤣🤣🤣, Home Ownership is a beautiful thang and there’s nothing like a good looking yard, ⛳️ #RobbArmstrong

[@IOSALive]

RobbArmstrong, This is so fun! I'm happy I found your channel!

[@robbarmstrong8702]

Welcome to the Channel! 😎 #RobbArmstrong

[@verdeboyo]

I am loving the customising! Superb!

[@robbarmstrong8702]

Thanks! 🙏🏾 the build has been GREAT so far, 🙂 #RobbArmstrong

[@Souzaphotos]

The finish on that bike is awesome looking!

[@robbarmstrong8702]

Certainly is! It’s a good looking Bike, 🙂 #RobbArmstrong

[@jaytronzero]

Hell yea, metal bikes! I love my CAAD10 so much, My next bike may also be Al again. The 1by with a 54 chainring is brave tho 🤣I'd die out here with that setup, way too many hills!

[@robbarmstrong8702]

😆, it’s not that bad. There’s a route a normally ride. It’s about 25Mi & 1,800Ft of elevation and I never have an issue with it. Team 1by, 😎 lol #RobbArmstrong

[@terbennett]

I own two CAAD10s and sold my SuperSix Evo to build up a CAAD12 Black Inc. The 12 was really nice, but not a 10. I'm going to sell the 12 to buy another 10 frameset to build.

[@ronb9901]

@@terbennettCAAD 10’s rock!!

[@lovenottheworld5723]

That is a truly great looking bike.

[@robbarmstrong8702]

Very much appreciated! 🙏🏾 #RobbArmstrong

[@thegoodwheel]

Nice feature Robb👍🏾 Looking forward to your in depth review

[@robbarmstrong8702]

Thanks Luis! I got a lot of Allez content in the works, 🙂 My Dad has purchased an Allez as well so I’ll have another on-camera perspective coming soon. #RobbArmstrong

[@jessa.3857]

Love the color way!! 👍

[@robbarmstrong8702]

RIGHT! When I first saw it I knew I had to have it. #RobbArmstrong

[@Hamsterlovers408]

Awesome Sprint , looks damn cool

[@robbarmstrong8702]

Thanks! 🙏🏾 I have a few more parts coming for it, 🙂 #RobbArmstrong

[@bigunitcyling]

People tend to look down on my bike when I mentioned my bike is aluminum. When I had the titanium bike I got mad props and compliments. My CAAD 13 is fast and super smooth I got rid of the titanium that was heavy and not snappy. I got the Zipp stem but you should stick with the tarmac stem with internal routing. I will check Bianchi because I have never ridden a carbon bike.

[@robbarmstrong8702]

LISTEN!! I hear you on the Aluminum piece. I’ve had this frame for *MONTHS but was reluctant to build it up on the mere fact it was aluminum. Like, I got a bunch of buddies who have this Frame and they all speak highly of it but initially I had some doubts, ☹️ but now… I’m glad I finally built it up. The Allez is an excellent bike and I don’t think you’re sacrificing anything with the aluminum frame. & when/if you get a chance. Go ride a Bianchi! You’ll be surprised! If I described the Bianchi in with one word… “Smooth” 😎 #RobbArmstrong

[@lisashiela9137]

I'm running both Sprint disc and rim brake models, both in Satin Carbon. Both accelerate and hold speed as good or better as my SL7. The SL7 is going on its second seat stay repair, though.

[@robbarmstrong8702]

DAMN, Second repair! Thats no bueno, ☹️ What carbon layup do you have on your SL7, is it the 10r? Also, do you notice any differences between the Rim Vs. Disc brake Allez? I really have nothing negative to say about the Allez. It’s been such a good bike. I got some new wheels for it today, 🙂 #RobbArmstrong

[@joehiatt1992]

Have the green in a rim brake with 28's awesome bike,have 9 others,tarmac,emonda,a few merckx's,caad 10 & 12,love the allez rides like a indy car

[@robbarmstrong8702]

Damn!! You got a nice fleet! How does the Allez stack up against the CAADs? 👀 I have a HUGE interest in a *RimBrake CAAD. #RobbArmstrong

[@jaytronzero]

@@robbarmstrong8702 I'm also interested in hearing about Allez vs CAAD! I just rebuilt my CAAD10 but the Allez Sprint looks temptinggg

[@robbarmstrong8702]

RIGHT! I have to set this guy up on a Video link or something, 🤔 #RobbArmstrong

[@anthonyharris483]

I like the new steel Reynolds 853 Specialized Allez, and it brings me back to the 80s when I clubbed raced a steel Tange Prestige Specialized Allez. Steel gives the thrill

[@robbarmstrong8702]

iLike that “Steel gives the thrill” we need to put that on a T-Shirt! 🤣 #RobbArmstrong

[@anthonyharris483]

@robbarmstrong8702 That would be cool. Have you ever ridden a high-quality steel frame bicycle? They are amazing man

[@robbarmstrong8702]

I have not. Definitely would be interested in trying one. #RobbArmstrong

[@nicholasdavino9139]

Awesome bike !! Thinking of building one out , I see you have the s-works stem listed what bars do you have on your Allez?

[@robbarmstrong8702]

The Allez is an EXCELLENT Bike and I *Highly recommend it! One of my favorite Bikes to ride. My Allez previous had an S-Works stem and Roval Rapid bars: 120mm -12, 400mm wide. But… I’ve recently reconfigured the Allez to the 1-Piece Roval Cockpit, 🙂 #RobbArmstrong

[@madisonsinclair5123]

How tall are you? 52 seems a bit small. And 50 on the Madone 🤔 You’re also built like a football player. Glad to see somebody on KZbin who is not an emaciated British guy. Also curious about your comment about replacing the bearings with ceramic. What is your recommendation? Thanks.

[@robbarmstrong8702]

“Built Like a Football Player” 🤣, lol I definitely don’t have a *traditional cyclist body and don’t plan on it either, 😆 I’m 5’6. The 52 is a good fit for Me. I’m on a 0 Offset SeatPost and 120mm, -12 stem, 🤷🏽‍♂️ I’m actually making a Video now, which will cover my Allez Bike fit and the drive train. Been getting a lot of Comments/Questions about it. Ceramic is the TRUTH! 😫, I was a non-believer but after riding Ceramic bearing’s on my other Bikes I can tell a difference, ☹️ eventually I’ll pick up a Ceramic BB for the Allez. Really appreciate your thorough comment. I always enjoy engaging is some good Bike dialogue, 🤓 #RobbArmstrong

[@jax02zerotwo]

I recently bought the new Roval wheels they are great! and I am wondering how much of what you are saying is due to your wheel and tire selection.

[@robbarmstrong8702]

In the Video my Wheels are the Bontrager Pro51s, Tubeless on GP5000 32s. I just put some *new wheels on the Allez yesterday. Bike still feels GREAT! #RobbArmstrong

[@dustymiller8068]

A ton of us in Oregon raced those very successfully. Couple Cat 1/2 guys crushed on them

[@robbarmstrong8702]

Are you still riding an Allez? & was it a disc or rim brake version? #RobbArmstrong

[@dustymiller8068]

This was a few years back. Haven’t had an Allez for a bit, but have had quite a few different ones. Excellent bikes

[@robbarmstrong8702]

Okay, NICE! & very much appreciate your feedback on the Channel, 🙏🏾 #RobbArmstrong

[@anthonykolodziej440]

Are those Roval stickers on Bontrager wheels? lol I have the same frameset on Zipps running 28 GP5000s, Sram Red 1x and in a spring, it pulls on many carbons worth 3 times it's cost.

[@robbarmstrong8702]

Team 1x for the “W” 🙌🏾😎 #RobbArmstrong

[@subispaceship]

I want that set up!!

[@robbarmstrong8702]

Gone get you one! You’ll definitely enjoy it, 😎 #RobbArmstrong

[@aldrinclementina4297]

Of course the Bianchi is the smoothest. Lol. As a Bianchi owner I approve this message. hahahahah I do have the 928L... smooth. Climbs like a spider...🤣

[@robbarmstrong8702]

RIGHT! I be telling folks. It’s something about that Bianchi. Gotta get out there and ride one. #RobbArmstrong

[@golfnerd3107]

People sleep on the sprint. My previous gen rim brake Allez Sprint with Force AXS makes my Tarmac SL7 with Red AXS feel like a 70's Cadillac in the corners.

[@robbarmstrong8702]

Oh wow! 😮 This is the information folks want to hear. Whenever I’ve heard folks talking about the Allez Vs. Tarmac they say if it’s not the S-Works… then get the Allez. I honestly think you can’t go wrong with it. #RobbArmstrong

[@6nm_Cycling]

What brand is the one by chainring you have on?

[@charlesmansplaining]

He picked the best one because it helps to hide the glob of welds in that BB area.

[@robbarmstrong8702]

It’s a modified Ali-Express 54T ChainRing. I wanna say it’s like $100 bucks. #RobbArmstrong

[@robbarmstrong8702]

I will agree, this colorway hides the welds fairly well compared to some of the other colors. #RobbArmstrong

[@jauxed]

Does this rival the Caad13?

[@robbarmstrong8702]

I think’d be a good matchup! CAAD Vs. Allez‼️ #RobbArmstrong

[@timtaylor9590]

sick color way, if that was anodized titanium it would be the hottest specialized bike of all time.

[@robbarmstrong8702]

That would be DOPE! My Rotors are anodized purple, 😆 #RobbArmstrong

[@anthonyharris483]

The steel Specialized Allez in steel tubing Reynolds 853 comes close to perfection

[@timtaylor9590]

if it were stainless anodized looks cool

[@robbarmstrong8702]

#RobbArmstrong

[@jasonfuentes6084]

how about just a custom.. love the hope breaks.

[@robbarmstrong8702]

The *Hopes give the build that little touch, 🙂 #RobbArmstrong

[@spongebo8250]

Riding On a Aluminum Bike gives you A Pure confidence Not to thinking about you might bump into something hard And hits your Bike frame in a Carbon bike but that's just me Whenever I ride my Carbon bike I don't know about ya'll

[@robbarmstrong8702]

I agree, riding an Aluminum Bike does provide a lil piece of mind, 😌 #RobbArmstrong

[@meinAliasfuer2024]

@@robbarmstrong8702 most frame defects i have seen were aluminium frames.

[@robbarmstrong8702]

#RobbArmstrong

[@___Bebo___]

Lugged steel are the only truly safe bikes out there. Alu is very weak so is carbon. When you tear your bottom bracket off on a hard sprint on Carbon or Alu you are going to eat it, hard. Only steel will give you a warning it's going to fail.

[@robbarmstrong8702]

#RobbArmstrong

[@lancercool1992]

the welds 🤢🤮 my 2003 allez is completely seamless, what happened to this model

[@robbarmstrong8702]

Might be a question for Specialized, 👀 #RobbArmstrong

[@madcapper6]

Looks like you're riding sideways.

[@robbarmstrong8702]

🤣, I dunno it’s the 360 Camera 🎥 #RobbArmstrong

[@jasonfuentes6084]

no mtb ?

[@robbarmstrong8702]

Team RoadBike, 🙌🏾 #RobbArmstrong

[@meinAliasfuer2024]

how boring can a suburb be? USA: hold my beer! 🙂

[@robbarmstrong8702]

#RobbArmstrong

[@ronb9901]

Specialized, the most soulless bike company ever, run by the most soulless man.

[@robbarmstrong8702]

What *Brand do you recommend/ride? #RobbArmstrong

[@jasonfuentes6084]

stop it 18.3 pounds that light, you bugging

[@robbarmstrong8702]

🤷🏽‍♂️, #RobbArmstrong

[@69pslim]

Man people feel to realize Peter Sagan came second place in one of his races on an Allez Sprint and I really believe he could have won that race but he couldn't because it will degrade the value of the carbon bikes that was in that race. It's all about marketing.

[@robbarmstrong8702]

Peter Segan | The Legend!! I definitely believe marketing is involved. Can’t have folks thinking they don’t need a Carbon Bike, 👀😆💰 #RobbArmstrong

[@StopTheRot]

lol. The ramblings of a madman!

[@JimUe1]

So he lost?

[@robbarmstrong8702]

#RobbArmstrong

[@69pslim]

@@JimUe1 he held back, if you go back in look at that race he made that race look easy and you can see the point we're he held back in let them caught up.

[@TREK8481]

You dont need dope to go fast all in the legs and being skinny so your body is aero being built like a football player will never make it.

[@robbarmstrong8702]

#RobbArmstrong

[@TREK8481]

@robbarmstrong8702#Sean Kingston