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We created the endurance road category two decades ago proving that high ergonomics means high performance.
We created the endurance road category two decades ago proving that high ergonomics means high performance.
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Specialized Roubaix SL8 Expert - SRAM Rival eTap AXS in Carbon

£6,000.00
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GENERAL CONDITIONS

Only the original purchaser has the right to return faulty goods.

Due to the high incidence of fraud we regret that we are unable to offer any refund without a valid receipt. You must include this with any claim. All refunds under this returns policy will be paid within 30 days of us receiving the returned goods. Refunds will be processed using the same method of payment used for the original purchase. Credit and debit card refunds must be made to the same card used for the original purchase.

For hygiene reasons, we are unable to accept returns of face masks or cycling underwear whereby the item has been removed from its packaging.

Our returns policy does not affect your statutory rights, full details of which can be obtained from any Trading Standards Department or Citizen’s Advice Bureau.

DAMAGED GOODS UPON DELIVERY/RETURN

If an order(s) is broken or spoiled when it is delivered, please notify us within 48 hours of delivery otherwise the returns policy no longer applies. Within this period, we will also require images of the damage to the packaging and its contents. This will need to be emailed to the relevant store or support@cyclerevolution.net. The customer making a return will be held liable for costs arising from any damage that occurs to the item(s) when returning to any of our stores.

RETURNING AN UNWANTED PURCHASE FOR REFUND OR EXCHANGE IN STORE

If you wish to return or exchange any unwanted item(s) for any reason, you can return the item(s) to the original store it was purchased from within 28 days. Partial returns are possible. Goods must be returned intact, unused, undamaged, clean or not having been fitted to a bike. Items need to be in resalable condition in original packaging including all warranty cards, manuals and accessories.

Refunds cannot necessarily be given if the item or bicycle was ordered specifically from our supplier to fulfil the initial order. In certain circumstances, an exchange will be possible.

CANCELLATION OF UNDELIVERED ORDERS

Refunds of deposits cannot be given if the item or bicycle has had to be ordered specially from our supplier. If the item was from stock and has been held on deposit layaway for more than 28 days, then the deposit cannot be refunded, only exchanged or added to an account credit.

ONLINE SALES

If you wish to cancel or return an order at any time up to 14 days from the date of order, please contact us as soon as possible via email, or phone the branch you purchased from for a copy of our returns form. Partial returns are possible. Goods must be returned intact, unused, undamaged, clean and not having been fitted to a bike. Items need to be in resalable condition in original packaging including all warranty cards, manuals and accessories. This includes any damaged incurred whilst building, packaging or shipping a bike. Please do not directly stick labels or write on the item or the item's original packaging.

Send your goods (unless otherwise stated) securely packaged by a recorded delivery method, including a copy of your receipt and the returns form sent by us, to the store where you purchased the item from.

Please Note: The customer making a return will be held liable for costs arising from any loss or damage that occurs to the item(s) when returning to any of our stores.

It’s the responsibility of the purchaser to arrange and cover the costs of any returns. If you want assistance in returning a bulky item such as a bicycle, fork or turbo trainer, please email the Returns Department on support@cyclerevolution.net to arrange a special courier collection. Depending on the reasons for returning an item a charge may be incurred for this service.

WARRANTY CLAIMS FOR FAULTY GOODS

In any circumstance of a suspected faulty item purchased from ourselves either in-store or online, please contact us as soon as possible in person or via email with details and/or pictures where possible to obtain a warranty returns number.

On receipt of your goods, we will carry out a warranty inspection and will contact you within 3 working days of receipt. Terms and conditions of warranties vary depending on the product, so please consult your owner's guide of the manufacturer directly for clarification. If your purchase is within the manufacturer's warranty period we will repair or replace the item(s) as stated in the manufacturer's warranty guidelines. In some cases, the manufacturer/ supplier may require to see the item(s) before repair or replacement can take place. In this unavoidable situation, we will inform you and it is likely to increase the turnaround time of your claim.

The customer is entitled to an immediate refund if the goods are deemed to be faulty, of unsatisfactory quality or unfit for purpose within 30 days of purchase. Cycle Revolution reserve the right to exchange or repair any faulty goods between 30 days and before 6 months from the original purchase. Should this one and only repair be unsatisfactory then a customer is entitled to a complete refund. After 6 months from purchase, it is the responsibility of the purchaser to prove a fault.

Fair wear and tear or misuse are not considered a fault and Thomas Cycle Revolution would not be liable in these cases.

Labour or transportation costs are not covered by any warranty. As part of our customer service commitment, we are happy to cover the labour of any warranty claim for 6 month, upon bicycles we supplied or repaired.

EXEMPTIONS

Thomas’s Cycle Revolution Ltd reserve the right to decline a refund or an exchange if the condition of the item(s) don’t comply with the terms above and/or the claim is outside the stated time scales.

Sorry, gift certificates and charitable prizes cannot be returned and account credits cannot be refunded.

Thomas Cycle Revolution reserve the right to pass on charges onto the customer for any return of unwanted goods that incurs a cost to the process. These include any costs levied by a finance company, courier or CycleScheme provider. We also have the right to charge for any labour or courier costs it may take to process a return should any complications arise due to negligence or accidental damage.

We will try our best to process any return, exchange, refund or warranty claim as efficiently and fairly as possible, complying with the terms above and manufacturers guidelines. We respectfully ask that customers realise that we are only human, and rude or threatening behaviour to any staff member cannot be tolerated.

Specialized Roubaix SL8 Expert - SRAM Rival eTap AXS in Carbon

Season:2023

Brand:Specialized

Code:94423-31

The Specialized Roubaix is a road bike that is designed for endurance riding, and it has been a mainstay of the Specialized lineup for over two decades. It was the first bike to prove that high ergonomics can mean high performance, and it has continued to evolve over the years to become the ultimate endurance road bike.

One of the standout features of the Specialized Roubaix is the Future Shock 3.0 system. This innovative technology is designed to provide a smooth ride with optimal vertical compliance. It does this by suspending the rider instead of the bike, allowing the handlebars and saddle to move independently. This helps to absorb shocks and vibrations from the road, resulting in a more comfortable ride.

Another key feature of the Roubaix is the dropped clamp design. This design allows for a longer seatpost and more exposed shaft, which in turn provides greater compliance and comfort. With the Roubaix, you can tackle even the roughest roads with confidence, knowing that you'll be able to stay comfortable and in control.

The Roubaix is also designed to be incredibly versatile. It has tire clearance up to 38c/40mm, which means you can run larger tires for added comfort and stability. There's also a mount for accessories like fenders and racks, so you can use the Roubaix for commuting or touring as well as endurance riding. The Roubaix SL8 takes things to the next level. With new aero shapes from the Free Foil library and dropped seat stays, it's the smoothest and fastest road bike ever made. It's also lighter than ever, thanks to the use of high-tech materials like FACT 12r carbon fiber. With the Roubaix SL8, you'll have unmatched confidence on the road, no matter what challenges come your way.

In summary, the Specialized Roubaix is a road bike that is designed for endurance riding. With features like the Future Shock 3.0 system and dropped clamp design, it provides a smooth and comfortable ride on even the roughest roads. And with the Roubaix SL8, you'll have the ultimate endurance road bike, with new aero shapes and dropped seat stays that make it the smoothest and fastest road bike ever made.



COMPLIANCE:

Future Shock 3.0 is the star of the show, more tunable, adjustable, and durable than ever. Now, regardless of position on the bike, every rider experiences 20mm of smooth, stiction-free travel between the stem and head tube. Future Shock helps keep your hands and bars steady for a smoother ride with more control to stay fast, safe, and confident.

Our dropped clamp design exposes more seatpost to increase deflection, but more isn't simply better. The Pavé seatpost controls that deflection for the optimal vertical compliance. Together they create the "Cobble Gobbler" technology, and when paired with the Roubaix's rigid rear triangle, deliver a smooth ride with no loss in efficiency.

The Roubaix SL8 is the smoothest road bike our Ride Science Team has ever tested; reducing impacts at the bars and saddle by 53% vs. the nearest competition. With Roubaix's Future Shock 3.0 the wheel quickly moves over the bump, while rider mass remains stable, maintaining momentum in rough terrain. Typical forks deflect backward on impact, causing a measurable loss in speed. It's a scientific fact, smoother is indeed faster.


CAPABILITY:

The Roubaix pioneered endurance geometry, so you ride IN the bike, not ON the bike to relieve pressure on your hands, arms, and shoulders for capability and confidence on any road, yet it's ready to dissect a mountain decent at full gas. Snuggle up.

With tire clearance up to 38c/40mm, this endurance road machine delivers better traction than ever on rough roads and even light gravel. Thanks to lightweight, super- efficient Specialized tires, that extra tire volume and traction comes with no downsides.

Roubaix inspires really BIG days on the bike, so we've given it every mount your adventures could need: three bottle mounts, top-tube mounts, and it's even fender-ready. So, go ahead and bring it all along for the ride.


PERFORMANCE:

The new Roubaix SL8 is our most aero yet, with new aero shapes from our Free Foil library and dropped seat stays. At just 825 grams, the frame is 50 grams lighter, utilising lessons learned from the Aethos - the world's lightest production frame - and our premium Fact 12r carbon blend. Nothing in its class is faster or lighter than the Roubaix.

Technical Information
  • Frame
    FACT 10R, Rider First EngineeredTM (RFE), FreeFoil Shape Library tubes, threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
  • Fork
    Future Shock 3.2 w/ Smooth Boot, FACT Carbon 12x100mm, thru-axle, flat-mount disc
  • Handlebars
    Specialized Hover Expert, Alloy, 125mm Drop, 75mm Reach w/Di2 Hole
  • Stem
    Future Stem, Pro
  • Grips / Bartape
    Supacaz Super Sticky Kush
  • Saddle
    Body Geometry Power Expert
  • Seatpost
    S-Works Pave
  • Seat Clamp / Wedge
    Hidden drop clamp
  • Front Brake
    SRAM Rival eTAP AXS, hydraulic disc
  • Rear Brake
    SRAM Rival eTAP AXS, hydraulic disc
  • Shift Levers
    SRAM Rival eTAP AXS, 12-speed
  • Front Derailleur
    SRAM Rival eTAP AXS, 12-speed
  • Rear Derailleur
    SRAM Rival eTAP AXS,12-speed
  • Cassette
    SRAM XG 1250, 10-36T
  • Crankset
    SRAM Rival AXS w/Power, 12-speed
  • Chainrings
    46/33T
  • Bottom Bracket
    SRAM DUB BSA
  • Chain
    SRAM Rival, 12-Speed
  • Front Wheel
    Roval Terra C, 25mm internal width, 32mm depth, 24h, Tubeless ready, DT for Roval 370 hub, Centerlock disc, DT Swiss Competition Race spokes
  • Rear Wheel
    Roval Terra C, 25mm internal width, 32mm depth, 24h, Tubeless ready, DT for Roval 370 hub, Centerlock disc, DT Swiss Competition Race spokes
  • Front Tyre
    S-Works Mondo 2BR, 700x32c
  • Rear Tyre
    S-Works Mondo 2BR, 700x32c
  • Inner Tubes
    700x28/38mm, 48mm Presta valve

*Weights based on pre-production painted frames as pictured. Actual weights will vary based on colourway, frame size, and component variation. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Sizing Information
Roubaix Size Guide
Professional Opinion
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