Specialized Bikes
Few brands in cycling match the legacy, innovation, and rider-first mindset of Specialized. For over 50 years, the California-based company has redefined what bikes can do—on podiums, trails, and city streets alike. Today, that same drive shows up in the select lineup of Specialized bikes carried at Contender Bicycles—they're built to perform everywhere you ride.
On the road, the Tarmac delivers race-winning speed and precision at the highest level, while the Aethos strips performance down to its purest, lightest form. The Turbo Creo packs an electric punch into a high-performance endurance platform for road and gravel, and the Allez offers a fast road platform for entry-level cyclists. Built for when the road gets rough, the Crux brings uncompromising speed to the world of gravel racing, and the Diverge unlocks adventure with unmatched versatility and control.
At the front of the cross-country field is the Epic—a true XC course ripper that just keeps getting faster. On the trail, the Stumpjumper is so balanced and capable it's practically synonymous with modern trail riding. The Turbo Levo hits the same trails as the Stumpjumper, but lets you add an extra lap due to its full power motor and big-range battery. The Turbo Levo R trims the ounces and tightens the geo for a more nimble, electrified trail experience. With its emphasis on value, the Rockhopper brings capable, confidence-inspiring performance to new riders.
In town, electric bikes are the practical solution. The step-through Turbo Vado makes daily commuting faster, smoother, and more efficient, while the Turbo Como delivers comfort-focused cruising with effortless power. The Globe Haul offers a solution for the real-world needs of riders who haul gear, groceries, and more.
Engineered with intent and refined without compromise, Specialized bikes aren’t just built—they’re obsessed over.
Designing bikes to assure that the bike underneath you is simply the best
Since 1974, Specialized has consistently redefined what’s possible on two wheels, building bikes that lead the industry in performance, versatility, and ride quality. The Specialized lineup at Contender spans from race-proven machines to daily riders, all unified by Specialized’s rider-first engineering and obsessive attention to detail. Whether you're chasing podiums, exploring backroads, or hauling groceries and gear, there's a Specialized bike built for the job—and built to elevate the ride.
- Road Bikes: for those who live for speed, the S-Works Tarmac SL8 delivers race-winning efficiency with a lightweight, aerodynamic frame that handles like a dream whether you're sprinting for the line or climbing out of the saddle. The S-Works Aethos, meanwhile, is the ultimate road bike for purists—blending minimalism, featherweight construction, and incredible ride feel for cyclists who prioritize soul as much as speed.
- Gravel Bikes: light enough to toe the line at a gravel race, yet tough enough for the backcountry, the Crux is Specialized’s flagship gravel machine. With tire clearance up to 47mm and one of the lightest gravel frames on the market, the Crux is built for serious explorers and competitive riders alike.
- Cross-Country Bikes: whether you’re chasing lap times or just covering a multitude of miles on dirt, Specialized has the cross-country (XC) category covered. The Epic is their signature full-suspension cross-country race bike, equipped with Brain technology that seamlessly adjusts suspension on the fly. And for those just getting started or looking for hardtail simplicity, the Rockhopper delivers exceptional value and trail-ready performance in a lightweight aluminum package.
- Trail Bikes: from all-day epics to after-work hot laps, the Stumpjumper is a modern trail benchmark, with balanced geometry, efficient pedaling, and just the right amount of travel for diverse terrain. Riders who want a little more firepower in their cross-country rig will love the Epic EVO, which blends the climbing prowess of the standard Epic with a more trail-capable build for extra control on the descents.
- Electric Bikes & Urban Bikes: Specialized leads the electric revolution with purpose-built options across every category. The Levo electric mountain bike blends 150mm of travel with powerful pedal assist, giving trail riders the ability to climb higher and ride farther without sacrificing playfulness. Gravel and all-road riders will find that the Creo electric gravel bike delivers confident range and responsiveness on mixed surfaces, while the Turbo Vado city bike brings comfort, speed, and integrated features like lights and fenders to urban commutes. Rounding out the category is the Globe Haul (in short tail or long tail options), an electric cargo bike built for real-world utility, with a robust hauling capacity, upright position, and up to 60 miles of range for errands, kid pick-ups, and everything in between.
- Youth Bikes: big fun comes in smaller sizes with the Riprock, Specialized’s go-anywhere kids' bike designed for safety, stability, and smiles. With wide tires, a low standover height, and simple gearing, the Riprock empowers young riders to explore trails, sidewalks, and bike paths with confidence.
Featuring one of the lightest production frames in the world—starting at just 595 grams—the Aethos 2 isn’t built just to chase numbers; it's built to deliver a riding experience that is sublime, responsive, and deeply connected to the road. Engineered using Specialized’s revolutionary Flow State Design, the Aethos 2 optimizes tube shapes and carbon layup to enhance stiffness, reduce weight, and improve durability. The result is a bike that feels almost invisible beneath you, perfectly balanced, incredibly supple, and effortlessly fast. With increased tire clearance up to 35 mm and refined Roval components, it offers greater versatility for everything from high-mountain climbs to all-day endurance rides. Geometry is shaped by data from over 100,000 Body Geometry fits, delivering a more comfortable, confidence-inspiring position for a wider range of riders. A slightly taller stack, longer wheelbase, and refined handling create a bike that climbs efficiently, descends with precision, and remains stable at speed.
Award-winning and endlessly refined, the Aethos 2 is more than just a lightweight road bike—it’s a celebration of cycling in its purest form.
Looking for a more Aero-focused road bike? Check out the Specialized Tarmac.
The Specialized Tarmac SL8 sets a new benchmark for road racing performance, combining cutting-edge aerodynamics, ultra-lightweight construction, and unmatched ride quality into one complete race machine. Engineered through decades of innovation and proven at the highest levels of competition, the Tarmac SL8 delivers pure speed where it matters most, on real-world roads and race courses.
Designed with an “Aero in Everything” philosophy, the Tarmac SL8 features advanced aerodynamic shaping, including the revolutionary Speed Sniffer nose cone, making it significantly faster than previous generations—up to 16.6 seconds quicker over 40km. At just 685 grams, the frame is 15% lighter than the SL7 while still meeting UCI limits, blending climbing efficiency with aerodynamic dominance.
The result is a perfectly balanced race bike: 33% improved stiffness-to-weight for explosive power transfer, paired with 6% increased compliance for a smoother, more controlled ride. With race-proven geometry and clearance for up to 32mm tires, the Tarmac SL8 offers elite-level handling and versatility for any course.
Developed alongside world champions like Remco Evenepoel and Demi Vollering, the Tarmac SL8 is built for riders who demand the absolute fastest bike on the road.
Looking for a climbing road bike? Check out the Specialized Aethos.
Wheel size: 29" | Front travel: 120mm | Rear travel: 120mm
Whether you ride scorching cross-country (XC) courses, forest singletrack, or even trails bordering on “enduro land,” there’s a Specialized Epic to handle the task. The new Epic 9 draws on 24 years of experience and insights gained through eight generations of World Cup-winning Epics, delivering a resounding response to the question: “What slows riders down?” The Epic 9 retains the proven 120mm of travel front and rear, while reducing pivot friction by 11%, improving kinematics, and reducing leverage sag to enhance pedaling efficiency. These updates result in more power when you pedal and greater composure at speed—making the Epic 9 the fastest Epic to date. If you’re searching for a fast, light, and efficient cross-country race bike, the Epic 9 is an obvious choice, but you don’t have to be an elite racer to benefit from its improvements. The Specialized Epic 9 is ideal for riders seeking the freeing feel of a bike that climbs with ease and remains comfortable and fun on all-day singletrack rides.
Wheelsize: 700c or 650b | Tire Clearance: 700c x 47cm or 650b x 2.1”
The Specialized Crux is the ultimate expression of high-performance gravel riding, designed for riders who want unmatched speed, efficiency, and capability across all terrain. Known as the lightest gravel bike in the world, the Crux delivers an elite riding experience that blends race-level responsiveness with exceptional off-road versatility—your true one-way ticket to gravel enlightenment.
Engineered using innovations inspired by the ultra-light Aethos platform, the Crux features an incredibly light carbon frame as low as 725g (S-Works) and 825g (10r), making it effortless on climbs and remarkably agile on rough terrain. It delivers a ride feel that is both fast and floating, weighing less than many full water bottles while maintaining full-strength durability and performance.
With massive tire clearance up to 47c or 650b x 2.1”, the Crux offers exceptional capability, allowing riders to confidently tackle gravel, dirt, and mixed-surface adventures at full gas. Its race-influenced geometry ensures a responsive, nimble feel at the pedals while staying smooth and controlled over long distances.
The Crux is also available in advanced aluminum form as the Crux DSW, featuring D’Aluisio Smartweld technology for the lightest alloy gravel frame ever made. It delivers the same geometry, tire clearance, and performance-focused ride in a more accessible platform without sacrificing speed or agility.
Looking for something more adventurous? Check out the Specialized Diverge.
Wheel Size: 20" cargo wheels | Drive Unit: Globe custom rear hub motor ~700W | Battery Size: 772Wh removable external battery
Meet the Specialized Globe Haul, the electric cargo bike built for real life. Whether you're running errands, hauling gear, or replacing car trips, the Globe Haul lineup delivers the power, range, and versatility to get it done.
The Globe Haul ST and Globe Haul LT are designed to carry more and go farther. Both models feature a powerful rear hub motor, a massive 772Wh battery, and up to 60 miles of range per charge, so you can load up and ride with confidence. The longer-wheelbase Globe Haul LT offers even greater cargo capacity for bigger hauls, while the compact Globe Haul ST keeps things nimble without sacrificing carrying power.
One of the standout features of the Globe Haul series is its universal fit. A single frame size paired with a highly adjustable seatpost and stem means riders of virtually any height can hop on and feel at home immediately.
Durable, capable, and built to replace your car for everyday hauling, the Specialized Globe Haul is the electric cargo bike that works as hard as you do.
Wheel Size: 29" (or mullet 29"/27.5" depending on model) | Drive Unit: Specialized 2.1 / 2.2 Full Power System | Battery Size: 500Wh – 700Wh (integrated, model dependent)
Built around a progressive trail geometry and available in both aluminum and carbon frames, the Levo blends the handling of a modern trail bike with the added capability of a powerful motor system. With long-travel suspension (typically 150–160mm) and aggressive geometry, it’s designed to handle everything from technical climbs to fast, demanding descents. Powered by a full-power motor, the Turbo Levo delivers smooth, natural assistance that can amplify rider input by up to 4x, making steep climbs and long rides dramatically more accessible.
The motor is paired with a high-capacity 500Wh to 700Wh battery, providing impressive range for extended trail sessions. The system is controlled through the Turbo Connect Unit (TCU) and Mission Control app, allowing riders to fine-tune power delivery, monitor performance, and manage battery usage with precision.
The Levo’s drivetrain and suspension setups vary across the range, from robust alloy builds to high-end carbon models with premium components. Carefully tuned suspension kinematics balance small-bump sensitivity with big-hit capability, while the low center of gravity and refined geometry contribute to confident handling and stability at speed, keeping the bike agile in tight, technical terrain.
Whether you opt for the full power, “4x You” Levo or the lightweight “2x You” Levo SL, you’ll get 150mm of trail-taming suspension and the assist and range you need to feel like you, only faster.
Wheel Size: 700c | Drive Unit: Specialized SL 1.1 / SL 1.2 (model dependent) | Battery Size: 320Wh internal (+ optional range extender)
The Specialized Turbo Creo is a category-defying electric road and gravel bike designed to enhance—not replace—the feel of traditional cycling. Built around a lightweight carbon or alloy frame with endurance-focused geometry and generous tire clearance, it transitions seamlessly between smooth tarmac and rough gravel. The Turbo Creo’s advanced motor tuning delivers a “tailwind” riding sensation, with intuitive power delivery that feels linear and highly customizable via the onboard control unit and companion app. Integrated technology like the MasterMind TCU display and Specialized app connectivity allows riders to fine-tune assist levels in real time, monitor ride data, and even receive over-the-air updates—ensuring the bike evolves with the rider. The platform also supports rack mounts and adventure accessories, making it suitable for endurance rides, bikepacking, or fast-paced commuting.
This e-road/e-gravel do-it-all machine is lightweight, smooth, capable, and lively—all with the power to flatten mountains, laugh at headwinds, and go farther than you ever thought possible. Featuring big tire clearance, Future Shock front suspension, and progressive geometry, the Creo will have you ripping everything from wide open roads to dicey gravel tracks with ultimate confidence.
Wheel Size: 650b / 27.5" | Drive Unit: Specialized 2.0 / 2.2 | Battery Size: 530Wh or 710Wh
The Specialized Turbo Como is a premium comfort-focused urban electric bike designed to make everyday riding smooth and enjoyable. Built with a low-step aluminum frame, upright geometry, and a suspension fork, this bike is ideal for commuting, errands, or relaxed town cruising. Wide tires and a stable frame help smooth out uneven pavement, while Specialized’s motor system and a fully integrated high-capacity battery offer quiet, natural-feeling pedal assistance with ample range for all-day use. The assist responds intuitively to rider input, making acceleration feel smooth and predictable—especially useful in stop-and-go city traffic. Integrated downtube batteries range from 320Wh to 710Wh, depending on the model. As you move up the range—3.0, 4.0, 5.0—you get more punch and more range, while the Super Light (SL) models trade some power and battery size for a noticeably lighter, more natural ride feel. Integrated front and rear lighting enhances visibility at all times, while hydraulic disc brakes and practical features like built-in racks, fenders, and accessory compatibility make the Turbo Como highly adaptable for commuting, grocery runs, or carrying cargo.
With its blend of comfort, power, and everyday usability, the Specialized Turbo Como is designed for riders who want a relaxed yet capable electric bike that fits naturally into daily life.
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