The S-Works Tarmac SL8 is unbeatable in speed. Its advanced aerodynamics and lightweight design offer a ride quality that once seemed unattainable. After eight generations and over twenty years of development, it is not just the fastest Tarmac ever made – it is the fastest road bike in the world. Are you ready? Aero-Avantgarde: At our company, we prioritize surfaces that truly matter aerodynamically, not just those that look best. With this philosophy, we have created the most aerodynamic road bike ever. And yes, it is more aerodynamic than the Venge. The newly designed head tube of the Tarmac SL8 maintains airflow more effectively, as the front surface tapers to a sharper point. We call it the Speed Sniffer, and with this design, the streamlined cross-section of the head tube generates significantly less air resistance. Additionally, in line with the new UCI regulations, we developed the narrowest and most aerodynamic Specialized seatpost ever for the Tarmac SL8, allowing turbulent air to flow more cleanly around the legs. A bike with a keen sense for victory. MINIMAL WEIGHT, MAXIMAL AERO: The Tarmac SL8 utilizes insights from the development of the Aethos and easily meets the UCI weight limit, all while featuring a complete aero setup. Our team engineered an incredible frame weighing in at 685 grams – 15% lighter than the Tarmac SL7 and lighter than any other World Tour bike. While Kasper Asgreen rode our Aethos, which weighs only 585 grams, it doesn't quite compare. The new technical possibilities enabled us to optimize the weight of the down tube, seat tube, and rear end on the Tarmac, as the new frame shape distributes loads so efficiently that extra carbon layers for added stiffness are no longer necessary. LIGHTNING-FAST ACCELERATION WITH MORE COMFORT: Thanks to the significant improvement in the stiffness-to-weight ratio – an astounding 33% over the SL7 – the Tarmac SL8 elevates legendary handling, aggressive responsiveness, and World Tour-tested geometry to a new level. The bike is stiffer at the bottom bracket, more precise at the handlebar, and more compliant at the saddle, setting new standards for performance and comfort in competition bikes. Our Rider-First Engineering™ concept ensures that every rider, regardless of size, enjoys the same ride quality and handling. At the saddle, the Tarmac SL8 offers 6% more compliance, gliding smoothly over rough roads – a unique feature in the high-stakes world of road cycling. Furthermore, when conditions demand it, tires with greater volume can be used thanks to the 32 mm tire clearance.