Undisputed speed – the Tarmac SL8 Pro
The new Tarmac SL8 Pro sets new standards in road cycling. With uncompromising aerodynamics, intelligently reduced weight, and remarkable stiffness, this race bike delivers a competitive feel and maximum adrenaline on every kilometer. Ready for record-breaking times, from now on only one thing matters: pure riding pleasure at its fastest.
Performance without limits
With the Tarmac SL8 Pro, you can expect pure speed and a riding experience like no other. The FACT 10r carbon frameset takes stiffness to a new level, while the optimized geometry guarantees rapid acceleration as well as comfortable control. Every component is designed for high-performance riding. The SRAM Force AXS drivetrain delivers lightning-fast, wireless shifting, precise braking control, and an integrated power meter – ideal for ambitious riders looking to redefine their limits.
Maximum efficiency, stunning design
Thanks to its exceptional aerodynamics, you can ride the Tarmac SL8 Pro noticeably more efficiently. The elongated frame design was developed in the wind tunnel and guarantees measurable time savings. Race-ready and equipped with high-quality S-Works tires, a Roval Rapide cockpit, and state-of-the-art carbon technology, it's ready for the podium on any terrain. Enjoy a riding experience that thrills and inspires.
Highlights
AERO-AVANTGARDE: Aero is what truly matters, not what looks best. This philosophy led to the creation of the most aerodynamic road bike ever. And yes, it's more aerodynamic than the Venge. The Tarmac SL8's redesigned head tube maintains airflow more efficiently thanks to its more pointed front surface. The so-called Speed Sniffer, with its more streamlined head tube cross-section, generates significantly less drag. Furthermore, in compliance with the new UCI regulations, the Tarmac SL8 features the slimmest and most aerodynamic Specialized seatpost ever developed. This allows the fast-moving, turbulent air around the legs to flow more cleanly. A bike with a feel for victory.
MINIMAL WEIGHT, MAXIMUM AERO: S-Works. The Tarmac SL8 leverages the insights gained from the development of the Aethos and easily meets the UCI weight limit, all with a full aero setup. The Specialized team has created an incredible frame weighing just 685 grams – 15% lighter than the Tarmac SL7 and lighter than any other bike on the World Tour. New engineering possibilities allowed them to optimize the weight of the Tarmac's downtube, seat tube, and rear triangle, as the frame's new shape distributes the load so efficiently that additional carbon layers for increased stiffness are no longer necessary.
LIGHTNING-FAST ACCELERATION WITH MORE COMFORT: Thanks to a massive improvement in the stiffness-to-weight ratio—an astonishing 33% increase over the SL7—the Tarmac SL8 takes legendary handling, aggressive responsiveness, and World Tour-proven geometry to a new level. Stiffer at the bottom bracket, more precise at the handlebars, and more compliant in the saddle, it sets a new standard for race bike performance and comfort. Our Rider-First Engineering™ concept ensures that every rider, regardless of size, enjoys the same ride quality and handling. The Tarmac SL8 offers 6% more compliance in the saddle, gliding smoothly over rough roads—unique in the high-pressure world of road cycling. And when conditions demand it, 32mm tire clearance allows for higher-volume tires.
GENDER NEUTRAL: Product development experience shows that there can be more differences between two riders of the same gender than between two riders of different genders. Gender alone does not provide a basis for gender-specific geometries. Frames specifically for men or women are therefore unfounded and outdated. With a Tarmac SL8 for everyone, every rider can secure the decisive advantage.
The Tarmac SL8 Pro offers outstanding performance with a complete SRAM Force AXS groupset including power metering, a tubeless-ready Roval Rapide CL III wheelset, and a Roval Rapide handlebar with an SL7 stem. With this build, you're race-ready.
specification
| feature | Description |
|---|
| Frame | Tarmac SL8 FACT 10r Carbon, Rider First Engineered™, Win Tunnel Engineered, Clean Routing, Threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc |
| Fork | FACT 10r Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc |
| handlebars | Roval Rapide Cockpit, Integrated Bar/Stem |
| brakes | SRAM Force AXS E1, hydraulic disc 160mm rotor |
| shifter | SRAM Force AXS E1 |
| gearshift lever | SRAM Force AXS E1 |
| cassette | SRAM Force XG-1270, 12sp, 10-33t |
| Chain | SRAM Force E1 |
| crank | SRAM Force E1 Power Meter, 48/35t |
| bottom bracket | SRAM DUB BSA |
| wheels | Roval Rapide CL III |
| Tires | S-Works Turbo TLR Race Tire, 700x28c |
| saddle | Body Geometry Power Pro Mirror, Hollow Ti Rails |
| seatpost | S-Works Tarmac SL8 Carbon seat post, FACT Carbon, 15mm offset |
| Tire clearance | Up to 32mm |
| Weight | 7.25 kg (15 lb, 15.7 oz) for size 56 |
Scope of delivery
- Specialized Tarmac SL8 Pro AXS Mod. 2026
Here's what we think about it
The Tarmac SL8 Pro impresses with an explosive combination of lightness, stiffness, and measurable aerodynamics. After just a few kilometers, you'll feel the potential this bike possesses. "The agility in corners and the direct acceleration catapult you effortlessly to the front," is how one user describes its riding characteristics. "Never before has fast riding been so comfortable and efficient," another rider highlights the successful balance between speed and long-distance capability. The new SRAM Force AXS groupset with integrated power meter and the noticeably improved smoothness are particularly impressive across the board.
