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CruX E5
An aluminum frame cyclocross bike with mid-range components and tektro mechanical disc brakes.
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| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 9 |
| Groupset | Sora |
| Brakes | Tektro Mechanical Disc |
Summary
The Specialized Crux is a fast, nimble, and versatile cyclocross bike praised for its stiff, responsive frame and stable handling across various terrains. It excels in power transfer and efficiency, making it ideal for racing and all-day rides, though some note it can be less nimble in tight corners. Wheel compatibility issues due to proprietary standards are a common drawback.
Fast and nimble handling
Stiff and efficient frame for excellent power transfer
Versatile performance on cyclocross courses and gravel
Quiet operation with minimal chain slap
Easy to shoulder and maneuver
Proprietary hubs and thru-axles limit wheel compatibility
Less intuitive handling in tight, low-speed turns
Can be expensive with limited gear range options
Whether slogging on gravel or burning up the 'cross course, the bike became my go-to choice.Bicycling
The original design brief for this cyclocross racer was to build a ‘Tarmac for dirt’.
BikeRadarThe Crux Pro is intended for serious CX racers with a ‘goashardasyoucanfor60minutes’ mindset.
Cycling TipsThe Crux is a simply brilliant cyclo-cross bike that is ready to race but equally at home off the beaten path on longer adventure rides.
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Nov 2016 · Paul Norman
The CruX Expert X1 is towards the top end of Specialized's cyclocross bike line-up. We've put it through its paces.
Well-balanced handling
Modern cyclocross spec
Single ring groupset has excellent chain retention
Expensive
Limited options to extend the gear range
Dec 2015 · Taylor Rojek
A cyclocross racing bike that can handle everything
Oct 2015 · David Arthur @davearthur
A brilliant cyclo-cross bike that is fast and fun to ride and ideal for racing
Sep 2015 · Dan Cavallari
A pro-level racer with a mid-level price tag, the Crux Pro Race is as stiff as they come yet manages comfortable ride quality.
May 2015
Before the ride For this review, I enjoyed a full custom build courtesy of Campagnolo. Starting with a 2013 Crux Pro carbon frameset, an 11-speed Chorus groupset with Campy’s CX cantilever brakes and CX Power Torque carbon cranks were added with Bora Ultra 35 carbon tubulars. The remainder of the parts were supplied
Dec 2014 · Guy Kesteven
Impressive, fast yet forgiving speed whether you're on road or off – but performance trumps everyday practicality features
Jun 2014 · Cyclocross Magazine
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Feb 2014 · Kurt Gensheimer
If you could have one – and only one – bike, the CruX Elite EVO might just be the choice. - Mtbr.com
| Frame | Specialized E5 Premium Aluminum, fully manipulated tubing, semi-compact race design, shaped toptube, 1-3/8"" lower bearing, internal cable routing, integrated headset, OSBB BB Standard: BB30, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | Specialized FACT carbon |
| Bottom Bracket | BB30, press-fit |
| Headset | 1-1/8"" upper, 1-3/8” lower, steel bearings, 20mm alloy cone spacer, w/ 20mm spacers |
| Stem | Specialized Comp Multi, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 12-degree rise |
| Handlebar | Specialized Comp, shallow drop, alloy, 125mm drop, 70mm reach |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Toupé Sport, steel rails, 143mm |
| Seatpost | Specialized Sport, alloy, 2-bolt, 27.2mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Nylon flat test ride, loose-ball, w/ reflectors |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Sora |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Sora, braze-on |
| Crank | FSA Gossamer, BB30, 46/36 |
| Shifters | Shimano Sora STI |
| Cassette | Shimano HG-50, 9-speed |
| Chain | KMC X9, 9-speed, reusable Missing Link |
| Brakes | Front: Tektro Spyre, mechanical disc, dual pivot, Rear: Tektro Spyre, mechanical disc, dual pivot Type: Tektro Mechanical Disc |
| Rims | Front: AXIS Classic Disc, Rear: AXIS Classic Disc |
|---|---|
| Tires | Front: Specialized Tracer Sport, 60TPI, wire bead, 700x33c, Rear: Specialized Tracer Sport, 60TPI, wire bead, 700x33c |
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Last updated July 9
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