Originally Posted by jazzy_cyclist
Enjoying all the pix of Roubaix's (and Rubys)... I'm just wondering if any of you considered the Specialized Tarmac instead which seems pretty close but has more "racing" geometry - shorter head tube, shorter wheelbase, etc. Did you notice a difference in test riding them? I'm asking because these are on my short list of frames that I'm considering...
I considered it but honestly didn't even test ride the Tarmac...and they have an 05 in stock I could have gotten for a song. I was looking for the relaxed geometry so the Roubaix just seemed like the right choice. If I ever decide I am going to race (would have to loose 40-50 lbs bofre I would consider that) I will get another bike and purpose build it for racing.
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