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Men's Diverge Expert
A carbon frame gravel bike with high-end components and sram force hydraulic disc brakes.
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$4,000| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Hardtail, 20mm |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | Force |
| Brakes | SRAM Force Hydraulic Disc |
4'11" – 5'3"
5'4" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'8" – 6'0"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'6"
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Summary
The Specialized Diverge is a versatile gravel bike that excels in both on and off-road conditions, praised for its Future Shock suspension system enhancing ride smoothness and comfort. Its design accommodates wider tires and features a sophisticated construction, making it a fun and capable ride across varied terrains. However, its positioning within Specialized's lineup and some component choices have drawn mixed reactions.
Future Shock suspension system enhances smoothness
Versatile for both on and off-road riding
Accommodates wider tires for improved off-road capability
Sophisticated construction and design
Fun and capable across varied terrains
Lacks a specific purpose compared to other Specialized bikes
Weight savings may be offset by adding FutureShock
Some component choices have drawn criticism
Positioning within Specialized's lineup has drawn mixed reactions
Somewhat lost among Specialized’s more splashy drop-bar bikes is the Diverge.Bicycling
Without a doubt, probably the most bonkers bike you’ll ever ride and instantly fall in love with.
Cycling WeeklyA redesigned frame with space for 42mm tyres, disc brakes, 1x11 Shimano Di2 gearing, Future Shock suspension and a dropper seatpost signal a lot of changes for Specialized's Diverge, but they add up to create one of the best adventure bikes I've ridden.
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Dec 2018 · Symon Lewis
With a total makeover, can the new Specialized Diverge move on from just simply being a gravel bike and become your most unexpected N+1? We took one out for a blast
Handles well both on and off road
Hydraulic disc brakes
Future Shock equipped
Capable of more than just gravel roads
Rolls reasonably well on the road
Multiple tyre size choices
Multiple wheel size options
Mudguard and rack compatible
Price
External cable display
Looks
No quick-release wheel axle
Oct 2018
The Specialized Women’s Diverge E5 Comp is a bike that will turn its hand to most types of riding and one that genuinely hits the do-it-all landmark - it's pretty much identical to the men’s bike too. As a jack of all trades, we liked this versatile gravel and adventure bike but it needs tougher tyres before you take it too far off the beaten track.
Jul 2018 · Troy Templin
The Specialized Diverge adds the Future Shock and more
Mar 2018 · Spencer Powlison
Specialized went all-in on innovative components to make the ultimate gravel bike in the S-Works Diverge.
Feb 2018 · Peter Stuart
A real step forward in the gravel sector yet at its heart still very much like a road bike. Not cheap, though
Incredible versatility
Sophisticated and intelligent construction and all around fun to ride
Considerable price tag
Dropper post seems superfluous
Dec 2017 · Robin Schmitt
With such high-profile advocacy for the top model, what’s the verdict on the €2,999 Specialized Diverge Comp 2018 for ra rider who's not Peter Sagan?
Nov 2017 · David Arthur @davearthur
A phenomenally capable, tech-laden adventure bike – but it's mightily expensive
Jun 2017 · Zach Overholt
Vernon, New Jersey probably isn’t one of the first places to pop into your mind when you think gravel bikes. Serving as the location for the Specialized 2018 road presentation though, the area’s roads and gravel turned out to be a perfect backdrop – especially for the launch of the new Diverge. One of the main reasons …
| Frame | Specialized FACT 9r carbon, Open Road Geometry, 12x142mm thru-axle, Future Shock Progressive suspension, 20mm of travel, flat mount disc, BB386 BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Tire Clearance: 42c |
|---|---|
| Fork | Specialized FACT carbon, flat mount disc, 12x100mm thru-axle Travel: 20mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM BB386 |
| Stem | Specialized, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise |
| Handlebar | Specialized Expert Hover, alloy, 75x125mm |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Phenom Comp, Adaptive Edge design, Hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm |
| Seatpost | S-Works FACT carbon, 20mm offset Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Nylon, 105x78x28mm, loose balls w/ reflectors |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Force 1, long cage, 11-speed |
|---|---|
| Crank | SRAM Force 1, 42T X-Sync |
| Shifters | SRAM Force 1 hydraulic, 11-speed |
| Cassette | SRAM XG 1150, 11-speed, 10-42t |
| Chain | KMC X11EL, 11-speed w/ Missing Link™ |
| Brakes | Front: SRAM Force, hydraulic disc, Rear: SRAM Force, hydraulic disc Type: SRAM Force Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Front: Roval SLX 24 Disc, DT Swiss 350 hubs, DT Swiss Competition spokes, 20h, Rear: Roval SLX 24 Disc, DT Swiss 350 hubs, DT Swiss Competition spokes, 24h |
|---|---|
| Tires | Front: Specialized Trigger Pro, 60 TPI, 2Bliss Ready, folding bead, 700x38mm, Rear: Specialized Trigger Pro, 60 TPI, 2Bliss Ready, folding bead, 700x38mm |
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