Specialized Roubaix SL8 Sport 2026 Bike (Obsidian)

Specialized created the Endurance road category two decades ago proving that high ergonomics means high performance. Today, the new Roubaix SL8 with Future Shock suspension is lighter, faster, and smoother than any road bike ever made, unleashing unmatched confidence. The road may be hell below, but on Roubaix, it’s always heaven above.

FEATURES

Lightweight

The new Roubaix SL8 is the most aero yet, with new aero shapes from Spec's Free Foil library and dropped seat stays. At just 950 grams, the frame is lighter, utilizing lessons learned from the Aethos - the world’s lightest production frame - and Fact 10r carbon blend. Nothing in its class is faster or lighter than the Roubaix.

Future Shock

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.

Pavé Seatpost

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 AfterShock technology, and when paired with the Roubaix’s rigid rear triangle, deliver a smooth ride with no loss in efficiency.

• With tire clearance up to 40mm, this endurance road machine delivers better traction than ever on rough roads and even light gravel.
• Every mount your adventures could need: three bottle mounts, top-tube mounts, it's even fender-ready.

SPECIFICATIONS