Harrisman
Active Member
- Location
- montrose scotland
Are these bikes any good.
Specialized Allez Elite
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I suppose the answer to that is it depends!
What would you want it for? New or second hand?
I have a 2010 one that I've had for almost 18 months now and I really like it.
It has some compromises though the wheels, or more particularly the hubs, aren't very good quality and will need replaced if you use it a lot. Its pretty much a 'race' bike in its set-up and for commuting I think I'd rather have a touring bike with full mudguards and racks.
What would you want it for? New or second hand?
I have a 2010 one that I've had for almost 18 months now and I really like it.
It has some compromises though the wheels, or more particularly the hubs, aren't very good quality and will need replaced if you use it a lot. Its pretty much a 'race' bike in its set-up and for commuting I think I'd rather have a touring bike with full mudguards and racks.
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Harrisman
Active Member
- Location
- montrose scotland
I bought one from a lad at work with less than 150 mile on it and its 1 year old. He broke his back at work and cant ride it now. I got it for £300. I will use it on a few sportives and on my rollers in the winter. I think its a great bike. Thanks for your opinions on it. Chris.
BrumJim
Forum Stalwart (won't take the hint and leave...)
- Location
- Selly Oak, Birmingham
Cycle Plus and Cycle Active have both included Specialized Allez in group tests, and both put it at the top.
Kiwiavenger
im a little tea pot
- Location
- Carclaze, St Austell
i love my allez compact, had it about 2 months and now its indexed i love it even more! just need to get stronger on the hills!
Soltydog
Legendary Member
- Location
- near Hornsea
I've had a 2007 model from new & still love riding it. Although its now my oldest bike, its still my fav 
Sounds like you have a great bargain there. As above though I think the weak point is the wheels & had to replace mine after a couple of years after the rims started to split 
Sounds like you have a great bargain there. As above though I think the weak point is the wheels & had to replace mine after a couple of years after the rims started to split 
PaulSecteur
No longer a Specialized fanboy
- Location
- Walsall, West Mids.
I like specialized.
Cyclist33
Guest
- Location
- Warrington
Yes paul, we know 
Strathlubnaig
Guru
- Location
- Alberta
Got an Allez Sport 18, great bike for the £, no complaints and bits are always upgradeable.
