Specialized’s new women’s-specific S-Works Amira is an analogue to the racy S-Works Tarmac SL2.James Huang/BikeRadar.com
The Amira uses a tapered front end but the lower bearing uses a 1 3/8″ diameter instead of the Tarmac’s 1 1/2″.James Huang/BikeRadar.com
Stout chain stays are paired with slender triangulated seat stays, just as on the Tarmac.James Huang/BikeRadar.com
The oversized bottom bracket houses a FACT integrated carbon crankset.James Huang/BikeRadar.com
The 2010 Ruby will be more ‘endurance’ oriented for 2010 with geometry and handling more akin to a Roubaix.James Huang/BikeRadar.com
The carbon frame uses Roubaix features but with smaller tubing profiles for a ride more appropriate to smaller and lighter riders.James Huang/BikeRadar.com
Specialized claims the new Ruby is almost 10 percent more comfortable than the ’09 version.James Huang/BikeRadar.com
The 2010 Ruby uses a straight steerer tube for more comfort.James Huang/BikeRadar.com
An oversized integrated bottom bracket is used here as well.James Huang/BikeRadar.com
The new S-Works road shoe now weighs just 470g per pair (actual weight, sz43.5).James Huang/BikeRadar.com
The Micromatrix upper is now softer-feeling and conforms better to the foot than last year’s version.James Huang/BikeRadar.com
Dual-zone Boa lacing allows for a more tunable fit.James Huang/BikeRadar.com
Open-backed lace guides make it easier to get the shoes on and off.James Huang/BikeRadar.com
The synthetic heel cup liner holds on tight with minimal padding required.James Huang/BikeRadar.com
The new FACT 12.0 carbon sole is supposedly stiffer and lighter than before.James Huang/BikeRadar.com
Specialized has traded in last year’s solid carbon construction for a new hollow foam core configuration.James Huang/BikeRadar.com
The textured sole offers a solid purchase for cleats and a vent up front brings in cooling air.James Huang/BikeRadar.com
Of course, there’s the usual Body Geometry footbed.James Huang/BikeRadar.com
Specialized shoes have become wildly popular among the pros, whether or not their team is so sponsored.James Huang/BikeRadar.com
The new Body Geometry Romin saddle is aimed directly at competitive road riders who tend to spend a lot of time in the drops.James Huang/BikeRadar.com
The Romin is mostly flat like the Toupe but has a slightly kicked-up tail.James Huang/BikeRadar.com