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Old 12-06-19 | 08:04 AM
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TinyTm
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From: Delray Beach FL.

Bikes: Specialized Roubaix

Originally Posted by chainwhip
You dont mention the year or fork/frame material of your Allez Comp.
Owners of the same model/year/frame/bike could give you *much* better feedback if you share that data.

I own a 2011 Allez Elite carbon fork/ aluminum frame.
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Some ideas, in order of increasing expense:

Lower Tire Pressures, under 85 or 90, especially in front.
Some Gel bar tape, possibly double-wrapped or with pads under the tape. ( I prefer a firmer grip and feel, so not for me...).

Tires: 25 to 28(25s fit on my 2011 Allez Elite, but they measure almost 27)

Carbon Handlebarstires,

A more modern Wheelset with a wider internal width...others can elaborate on how this effects 23/25/28 size shapes/profiles/overall circumfrences, and what internal widths to shop for...
Thanks for the reply, I've ordered a new set of 700x28c Gatorskin DuraSkin tires. My Allez comp has 23c on it now but appears to have a ton of clearance around the brakes, chain, and seat post so I'm assuming 28c shouldn't be and issue if so I'll return for 25c. I also ordered new gel grip tape, along with some other goodies so I think I'm headed in the right direction! Thanks for the info
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