Everything You Need to Know About the Specialized Pro Road

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Sneaker Report previously told you everything you needed to know about the entry-level Specialized Sport Road, but today's selection is for serious cyclists who require high-end performance for lengthy endurance rides. The Specialized Pro Road weighs in at just 9.1 ounces and features a sleek buckle closure, full-carbon sole, and the brand's Body Geometry technology. The Specialized Pro Road's upper utilizes Thermobond technology for a minimal yet durable package. The FACT full-carbon sole of the Specialized Pro Road is equipped with TorsionBox technology, adding stiffness for better power transfer. Body Geometry tech is employed on the outsole and footbed for a fit that contours to the cyclist's foot, resulting in a comfortable, form-fitting feel. Take your biking to the next level with the Specialized Pro Road for $275.

Best for: Cyclists seeking a high-end model that will remain comfortable during all day endurance rides

Category: Cycling

Weight: 9.1 oz

Platform: FACT full-carbon sole with TorsionBox technology and an 11.0 stiffness index

Construction: Minimal Thermobonded upper with adative fit

Release date: Now available

Key technologies: Body Geometry, TorsionBox, ThermoBond

Midsole: Body Geometry footbed

Outsole: FACT full-carbon sole with TorsionBox technology and an 11.0 stiffness index

Best uses: Endurance cycling

Fit: True to size

$275

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