My 2006 Specialized Allez Sport Triple has a 9 speed cassette on the rear, not an 8 speed. I do not see my exact bike in the "catalog" on the Specialized web site for 2007. Mine also came with an adjustable angle stem that seems to be missing until you get into higher price ranges. I think MSRP was $990, but "usual" selling price at the LBS was $750.