S-Works Tarmac SL5 vs Scott Addict RC 40
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S-Works Tarmac SL5 vs Scott Addict RC 40
Hi guys, I have the opportunity now to upgrade my road bike and was wondering what to go for, one of my friends is upgrading from his Tarmac SL5 to the SL7 so he needs to let go of his SL5, that is where I step in and can get it from him. I have had my eyes on the new Scott Addict RC 40 but I can get them for the same price, any suggestions on which one to go for?
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The main differences in specs are:
Scott Addict RC 40:
Aluminum rims
Disc brakes
Shimano ultegra gears
8.1 kg
Tarmac SL5:
Carbon fibre rims
Rim brakes
Shimano Di2 Electronic gearing
7.2 kg
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The main differences in specs are:
Scott Addict RC 40:
Aluminum rims
Disc brakes
Shimano ultegra gears
8.1 kg
Tarmac SL5:
Carbon fibre rims
Rim brakes
Shimano Di2 Electronic gearing
7.2 kg
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They are close enough bikes. Which one comes in the color or other aesthetics you prefer?
The Scott has a longer wheel base so it might seem more stable and the Tarmac more nimble and agile for maneuvering.
But without actually trying them out, I'd only take that as a guess. Other things might cause that to not be true.
If you are in a hilly area, you won't mind leaving weight behind on longer rides. A five pound difference in bikes for me has made some hills no longer seem like hills. So is one significantly lighter? I doubt there is that much weight difference between the two.
Both new? If not then are the components dated or about to be?
The Scott has a longer wheel base so it might seem more stable and the Tarmac more nimble and agile for maneuvering.
But without actually trying them out, I'd only take that as a guess. Other things might cause that to not be true.
If you are in a hilly area, you won't mind leaving weight behind on longer rides. A five pound difference in bikes for me has made some hills no longer seem like hills. So is one significantly lighter? I doubt there is that much weight difference between the two.
Both new? If not then are the components dated or about to be?
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They are close enough bikes. Which one comes in the color or other aesthetics you prefer?
The Scott has a longer wheel base so it might seem more stable and the Tarmac more nimble and agile for maneuvering.
But without actually trying them out, I'd only take that as a guess. Other things might cause that to not be true.
If you are in a hilly area, you won't mind leaving weight behind on longer rides. A five pound difference in bikes for me has made some hills no longer seem like hills. So is one significantly lighter? I doubt there is that much weight difference between the two.
Both new? If not then are the components dated or about to be?
The Scott has a longer wheel base so it might seem more stable and the Tarmac more nimble and agile for maneuvering.
But without actually trying them out, I'd only take that as a guess. Other things might cause that to not be true.
If you are in a hilly area, you won't mind leaving weight behind on longer rides. A five pound difference in bikes for me has made some hills no longer seem like hills. So is one significantly lighter? I doubt there is that much weight difference between the two.
Both new? If not then are the components dated or about to be?
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The Tarmac is considerably lighter (2.5 lbs according to posted data) but it has CF wheels and rim brakes. It is great going fast up the hill, but it is also nice being able to stop on the way down.
I have never used DI2 and I have used Ultegra. Ultegra is great .... just great. But I would go DI2 if I could afford it
Otherwise, if the geometry is similar, and both fit .... yeah, I would go for the lighter bike
I have never used DI2 and I have used Ultegra. Ultegra is great .... just great. But I would go DI2 if I could afford it
Otherwise, if the geometry is similar, and both fit .... yeah, I would go for the lighter bike
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https://www.scott-sports.com/global/...ict-rc-40-bike
https://www.specialized.com/us/en/me...=239618-128857
Here is a geometry comparison, which is worthless because you have the actual bikes available ....
The Tarmac is a racier sort of build it seems.
https://www.specialized.com/us/en/me...=239618-128857
Here is a geometry comparison, which is worthless because you have the actual bikes available ....
The Tarmac is a racier sort of build it seems.
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How's the brake tracks on those carbon wheels looking? Would your friend be willing to help you with warranty if something covered by it happened to the frame (if he's the original owner)?
I would get the S-works if the price is right and condition is good, but I'd be hesitant to spend close to price of new Scott Addict RC40 for one, when I can get this brand new instead at 7.1kg:
https://www.giant-bicycles.com/us/tcr-advanced-pro-1
I would get the S-works if the price is right and condition is good, but I'd be hesitant to spend close to price of new Scott Addict RC40 for one, when I can get this brand new instead at 7.1kg:
https://www.giant-bicycles.com/us/tcr-advanced-pro-1