Specialized

Specialized

Designs and sells high-quality bicycles and equipment

About Specialized

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Why Specialized is rated
A-
Rated A on Competitive Edge
Rated A on Growth Potential
Rated B on Rating Differentiation

Industries

Automotive & Transportation

Social Impact

Consumer Goods

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$27.9M

Headquarters

Morgan Hill, California

Founded

1974

Overview

Specialized designs and sells high-quality bicycles and cycling equipment for a wide range of customers, including professionals and casual riders. Their product line features mountain bikes, road bikes, and gear for various cycling disciplines. Specialized stands out in the cycling industry due to its commitment to quality and its history of technological advancements, such as the first production mountain bike. The company's goal is to improve lives through cycling, supported by community initiatives that promote health and sustainability.

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • E-bike market growth aligns with Specialized's innovative Turbo Vado SL 2 models.
  • Direct-to-consumer sales model boosts Specialized's market reach and customer engagement.
  • Gravel cycling's popularity supports Specialized's expanded gravel bike offerings.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from new e-bike entrants like McLaren's eMTB.
  • Affordable versions like Turbo Vado SL 2 Alloy may reduce brand exclusivity.
  • Collaborations with non-cycling brands might dilute Specialized's core cycling identity.

What makes Specialized unique

  • Specialized pioneered the first production mountain bike, setting industry standards.
  • They developed a wind tunnel for advanced aerodynamic testing, enhancing product performance.
  • Specialized supports community initiatives like Outride, promoting cycling for kids.

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Funding

Total Funding

$27.9M

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Industry Average

Funded Over

0 Rounds

Company News

Cyclist
Mar 20th, 2025
Specialized's S-Works Ares 2 shoes are more comfy and a lot more expensive

Specialized has launched an update of its pro-level S-Works Ares road cycling shoes, which it claims increases foot comfort thanks to a new last with a wider toe box.

April Cottage
Mar 12th, 2025
Specialized releases new Pathfinder, Tracer and Terra gravel tyres | BikeRadar

Elsewhere, Specialized has launched new road and MTB tyre ranges, too.

April Cottage
Mar 12th, 2025
Specialized's new MTB tyres could be the bargain of 2025 | BikeRadar

Specialized has launched its new Air Trak, Fast Trak, Butcher and Eliminator mountain bike tyres, each of which comes with some seriously competitive pricing.

Giz News Daily
Mar 6th, 2025
Hybrid Ultra-Light E-Bike with Mid-Motor Weighing Just Over 44 lbs

Specialized has introduced fresh versions of the Turbo Vado SL 2 models featuring an aluminum frame.

DNYUZ
Mar 6th, 2025
The F.A.T. Ice Race: Motorsport Celebration at Its Finest

In a unique blend of cycling and motorsport cultures, F.A.T. International teamed up with cycling brands Specialized and BBUC to unveil a limited-edition Tarmac SL8 frame.

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