# Specialized Roubaix SL8 Road Bike

**Doorprice Score 6.2/10** (Mixed; likely 5.2–7.3, low confidence).
Price: $3,499.99 at ERIK'S Bike Board & Ski (with est. tax $3,751.99; shipping set at checkout). Store rating 5.0/5 from 1 ratings.

## Options and stores
9 listings at 4 stores, from $2,999.99.

Builds:
- Shimano Tiagra: from $2,999.99 — https://doorprice.co/live/3pXQaMJhNt0J93ZXahx8ZL
- Shimano 105 Sport: from $3,499.99 (this listing) — https://doorprice.co/live/24GvjOG7OJ4O1Is5DG8oWW
- Shimano 105 Di2 Comp: from $4,199.99 — https://doorprice.co/live/2eiFh97DuohH9w7yoNq4c7
- AXS Expert: from $6,499.99 — https://doorprice.co/live/1tofOF505KmQOE7YMhVCzA

| Store | Option | Price |
|---|---|---:|
| Sierra Bicycle Supply | Shimano Tiagra | $2,999.99 |
| Peachtree Bikes | Shimano Tiagra | $2,999.99 |
| ERIK'S Bike Board & Ski | Shimano Tiagra | $2,999.99 |
| ERIK'S Bike Board & Ski | Shimano 105 Sport | $3,499.99 |
| Incycle Bicycles | Shimano 105 Sport | $3,499.99 |
| Cycle Sport | Shimano 105 Di2 Comp | $4,199.99 |
| ERIK'S Bike Board & Ski | Shimano 105 Di2 Comp | $4,199.99 |
| ERIK'S Bike Board & Ski | Shimano 105 Di2 Comp | $4,499.99 |
| ERIK'S Bike Board & Ski | AXS Expert | $6,499.99 |

## What matters for bikes (out of 10)
- Ride comfort: not enough reviews yet
- Speed & weight: not enough reviews yet
- Components: not enough reviews yet
- Tire room & versatility: not enough reviews yet
- Reliability: not enough reviews yet
- Value for money: not enough reviews yet

Weight these for a personal score: add ?priorities=comfort:2,speed:2 (ids: comfort, speed, components, versatility, reliability, value).

## Reviewer verdicts
- Cycling Insider: 6.5/10 — 2026 buyer's guide for the Roubaix SL8 Sport; mostly links and a question of whether it still matters, little evaluative content. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KUktnFhxang
- VeloVeloVelo: 5.5/10 — Field test of 2025 Roubaix SL8 finds it promises comfort without sacrificing speed, but felt like riding two bikes together. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LvR57wt5eQU
- Specialized University (sponsored): 8.0/10 — Specialized's official creator story claims the SL8 with Future Shock 3.0 is lighter, faster, and smoother than any road bike. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T0Qmf_TE-jg
- David Arthur - Just Ride Bikes (sponsored): 7.2/10 — First ride impressions of new Roubaix SL8 in Portugal; asks whether it keeps the fast, smooth endurance ride; positive-leaning first look. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uTZcm5BjEho
- Jamesthebikeguy (sponsored): 7.0/10 — Breaks down the 2026 Roubaix SL8 Base Model under $3000: lightweight 950g frame, Axis Elite wheels, Tiagra hydraulic brakes; calls it not basic. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9xGQvpdt5ac
- Jamesthebikeguy (sponsored): 4.0/10 — Video calls the Roubaix SL8 Sport a 'boardroom decision' and 'result of inbreeding & group think', with a mostly critical tone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mn_ETze36dM

## Specs
- Frame: Fact 10R rider-first engineered carbon
- Fork: Future Shock 3.0 with smooth boot, 12x100 mm thru axle, flat mount disc
- Wheel Size: 700c
- Brakes: SRAM Apex hydraulic disc, 160 mm front and rear
- Gearing: SRAM Apex 12-speed
- Tires: S Works Mondo 2BR 700x32c

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