Specialized Crux Expert

The Crux is the lightest gravel bike in the world, with ample tyre space and gravel performance geometry. It is the ultimate expression of gravel performance. The Crux Expert is equipped with the SRAM Force eTap AXS groupset with hydraulic disc brakes, lightweight Roval Terra CL Disc wheels, and Pathfinder Pro 2Bliss Ready 700x38mm tyres.

Voted best brand for 5 consecutive years- No. 1 again: Gran Fondo Awards 2023
The cyclists have spoken! For the fifth year in a row, Specialized has been crowned the #1 ‘drop bar bike brand’ in the prestigious Gran Fondo Best Brand Awards for 2023. We innovate for cyclists and, year after year, Specialized bicycles are loved by discerning cyclists. Thank you!

Lightweight
The FACT 10r frame weighing just 825 grams is inspired by the lightest bike, the Aethos. The result is a gravel bike that climbs with agility, passes nightmarish terrain with ease, and weighs less than your full water bottle.

Capable
Space for 47c/650b x 2.1inch tyres. More space means more capacity. The Crux takes you everywhere you can imagine, at full speed.

Responsive
Responsive on the pedals. Comfortable on the saddle. Gravel performance geometry inspired by the Crux's iconic cyclocross history.

Technical specifications

Frame

• Frame: Crux FACT 10r Carbon, Rider First Engineered™, Threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc

Cockpit

• Handlebar stem: Specialized Pro SL, alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise
• Handlebar stem: Specialized Adventure Gear, 118.9mm drop x 70mm reach x 12º flare
• Seatpost: Roval Terra Carbon Seat Post, 20mm Offset
• Seat Collar: Specialized Alloy, 30mm
• Handlebar Tape: Supacaz Super Sticky Kush
• Saddle: Body Geometry Power Expert, titanium rails

Suspension

• Fork: S-Works FACT Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc

Brakes

• Front brake: SRAM Rival eTap AXS, hydraulic disc
• Brakes, rear: SRAM Rival eTap AXS, hydraulic disc

Transmission

• Shifting mechanism: SRAM Rival eTap AXS
• Rear derailleur: SRAM Rival XPLR eTap AXS
• Sprocket set: SRAM XPLR, XG-1251, 12-speed, 10-44t
• Chain: SRAM Rival 12-speed
• Crankset: SRAM Rival 1x
• Chainrings: 40T
• Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB BSA

Wheels & Tyres

• Front wheel: Roval Terra C, 25mm inner width carbon rim, 32mm depth, NEW DT 370 hub, 24h, DT Swiss Comp Race spokes
• Rear wheel: Roval Terra C, 25mm inner width carbon rim, 32mm depth, NEW DT 370 hub, 24h, DT Swiss Comp Race spokes
• Front tyre: Pathfinder Pro 2BR, Tan Sidewall, 700x38
• Rear tyre: Pathfinder Pro 2BR, Tan Sidewall, 700x38
• Inner tubes: 700x28/38mm, 48mm Presta valve.

Weight

• Manufacturer's weight: 8.07kg (17 lb, 12.7 oz)
• Weighed measurement: 56.

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