Tarmac SL8 Pro – SRAM Force AXS
Nothing is faster than the Tarmac SL8 thanks to a combination of aerodynamics, lightweight, and ride quality previously thought impossible. After eight generations and over two decades of development, it’s not just the fastest Tarmac ever – it’s the world’s fastest race bike.
Aero. Light. Fast. Delivering unmatched speed requires an uncompromising combination of aerodynamics, stiffness, weight, and compliance. The Tarmac SL8 proves its dominance through real-world race simulations:
- 16.6 seconds faster over 40km
- 128 seconds faster over Milan–San Remo
- 20 seconds faster over the Tourmalet climb
AERO IN EVERYTHING
Designed with the Speed Sniffer nose cone and the narrowest, most aero seatpost ever on a Tarmac, the SL8 slices through clean air with every pedal stroke – even outperforming the Venge.
MINIMUM WEIGHT, MAXIMUM AERO
At just 685g, the frame (S-Works) is 15% lighter than the SL7. Using learnings from the Aethos project, the SL8 sheds unnecessary stiffness layers while retaining class-leading performance – making UCI-minimum builds simple.
RIDES LIKE HEAVEN
With a 33% improvement in stiffness-to-weight over SL7 and 6% more compliance in the saddle, this bike floats over rough roads yet delivers unmatched precision and aggression through turns and accelerations.
BEYOND GENDER
No gender labels. Just performance. The SL8 adapts to every rider with Rider-First Engineering and World Championship proven geometry.
Ready to Race
The Tarmac SL8 Pro is built with:
- SRAM Force AXS groupset with integrated power meter
- Roval Rapide CL III tubeless-ready wheels
- Roval Rapide integrated carbon cockpit
You're race-ready straight out of the box.
Available now at Mackay Cycles.
Specifications
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Frame: Tarmac SL8 FACT 10r Carbon, Rider-First Engineered™, threaded BB, internal routing, 12x142mm
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Fork: Tarmac SL8 FACT 10r Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle
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Groupset: SRAM Force AXS 2x12 with Quarq Power Meter
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Crankset: SRAM Force AXS Power Meter Crankset
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Cassette: SRAM XG-1270, 12-speed, 10-33t
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Brakes: SRAM Force hydraulic disc, 160mm rotors
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Wheels: Roval Rapide CL III, carbon, tubeless-ready
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Tyres: Turbo Cotton 700x26mm (or model as spec'd)
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Handlebar: Roval Rapide Integrated Cockpit
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Seatpost: Tarmac aero carbon post
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Tyre Clearance: Up to 32mm
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Weight: ~7.3kg (as spec'd)
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