Thought of buying this, and saw the sticker price, its gonna burn a hole in my wallet: Tarmac SL7 Expert | Specialized Taiwan.
What alternatives can I consider at (aluminium or carbon) that offer same geometry and performance for less dough? Would also consider second hand.
Worth looking/asking here for a second hand one: Redirecting...
Alternatively, you could look at local brands such as Giant (https://www.giant-bicycles.com/tw/tcr-advanced-1-kom-2025), Hasa (HASA RSX 全內走線款碳纖維公路車), Dare (MA | DARE Bikes), or Merida (SCULTURA 6000 (New) - MERIDA BIKES).
A bit higher value, still ridden in the pro peleton, but no Specialized sticker to bump up the pricing is Cannondale (捷世樂單車休閒 jesler bicycles)
Thanks mate for the comprehensive list.