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Tarmac SL8 Pro Force eTap AXS Bicycle 2025
Description
The Tarmac SL8 embodies a relentless pursuit of aerodynamic excellence evident in every detail. Going beyond mere aesthetics, it represents the most advanced road bike design to date, surpassing even the renowned Venge. Innovations like the Speed Sniffer nose cone and revolutionary steer tube adjustment optimize airflow, achieving unprecedented reductions in drag. Compliant with new UCI regulations, its ultra-aero seat post ensures efficient airflow around the rider, maximizing performance where it counts most.
Drawing inspiration from the Aethos, the Tarmac SL8 achieves UCI minimum weight with a fully integrated aerodynamic setup, boasting an astonishingly light 685-gram frame—15% lighter than its predecessor, the SL7, and lighter than any competitor on the World Tour*. By focusing on lightweight construction in critical areas such as the down tube and seat tube, unnecessary carbon stiffness layers are eliminated, enhancing overall efficiency and performance.
The Tarmac SL8 not only goes like hell but also rides like heaven with a 33% improvement in stiffness-to-weight ratio over the SL7. Its World Championship-proven geometry delivers unmatched handling precision and responsiveness, whether sprinting, cornering, or cruising. Despite its race-ready prowess, it ensures uncompromised comfort, setting new benchmarks for race bike ergonomics. With Rider-First Engineering, every rider enjoys exceptional ride quality and handling, irrespective of size, complemented by adaptable geometry and generous 32mm tire clearance for seamless customization with higher volume tires when desired.
Beyond outdated gender distinctions, the Tarmac SL8 is engineered to offer every rider the pinnacle of performance. Recognizing that individual differences often surpass those between genders, it transcends traditional norms to deliver unparalleled advantages to all cyclists. Embrace a future where performance knows no limits with the Tarmac SL8.
The Tarmac SL8 Pro epitomizes performance with a complete SRAM Force eTap AXS groupset, integrated power meter, Roval Rapide CL II tubeless-ready wheels, and a precision-engineered Roval Rapide Handlebar paired with an SL7 stem. Ready to race straight out of the box, it embodies the ultimate in racing technology and performance
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- Frame: 2025 Tarmac SL8 FACT 10r Carbon, Rider First Engineered™, Win Tunnel Engineered, Clean Routing, Threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
- Fork: Tarmac SL8 FACT 10r Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
- Stem: Roval Rapide Cockpit, Integrated Bar/Stem
- Seatpost: S-Works Tarmac SL8 Carbon seat post, FACT Carbon, 15mm offset
- Handlebars: Roval Rapide Cockpit, Integrated Bar/Stem
- Saddle: Power Pro with Mirror
- Bar Tape: Supacaz Super Sticky Kush
- Front Wheel: Roval Rapide CL II, 21mm internal width carbon rim tubeless ready, Win Tunnel Engineered, DT for Roval 350 hub, DT Swiss Revolution spokes, 51mm depth
- Rear Wheel Roval Rapide CL II, 21mm internal width carbon rim tubeless ready, Win Tunnel Engineered, DT for Roval 350 hub, DT Swiss Revolution spokes, 60mm depth
- Tires: S-Works Turbo, 2BR, 700x26mm
- Groupset: Force eTap AXS D2 12-Speed
- Crankset: SRAM Force DUB Power Meter 12x2 (48T-35T), Chain: Force AXS, Shifters: Force eTap AXS, Rear Derailleur: Force eTap AXS, Front Derailleur: Force eTap AXS, Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB BSA 68, Cassette: Force 12-Speed (10-33T)
- Weight: 7.44 kg (16 lb, 6.4 oz)- Size 56cm
- Available in multiple colors, sizes 44cm-61cm
Geometry
Size | 44cm | 49cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 59cm | 61cm |
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Wheel Size | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Stack | 491mm | 504mm | 517mm | 534mm | 555mm | 581mm | 568mm | 602mm |
Reach | 369mm | 378mm | 383mm | 387mm | 398mm | 405mm | 413mm | 411mm |
Head Angle | 70.5° | 71.75° | 72.5° | 73° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73° | 73° |
Seat Angle | 75.5° | 75.5° | 74° | 74° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73° |
Top Tube Length | 496mm | 509mm | 531mm | 541mm | 563mm | 577mm | 587mm | 595mm |
Head Tube Length | 93mm | 102mm | 113mm | 131mm | 151mm | 178mm | 163mm | 198mm |
Standover | 723mm | 735mm | 746mm | 768mm | 786mm | 808mm | 809mm | 834mm |
Fork Trail | 71mm | 63mm | 58mm | 58mm | 55mm | 55mm | 55mm | 52mm |
Fork Offset | 47mm | 47mm | 47mm | 44mm | 44mm | 44mm | 44mm | 44mm |
Bottom Bracket Drop | 74mm | 74mm | 74mm | 72mm | 72mm | 72mm | 72mm | 72mm |
Front Center | 572mm | 574mm | 577mm | 579mm | 592mm | 606mm | 610mm | 613mm |
Wheelbase | 970mm | 973mm | 975mm | 978mm | 991mm | 1006mm | 1009mm | 1013mm |
Chainstay Length | 410mm | 410mm | 410mm | 410mm | 410mm | 410mm | 410mm | 410mm |