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CruX Expert
A carbon frame cyclocross bike with high-end components and sram force hydraulic disc brakes.
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$4,700| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | Force |
| Brakes | SRAM Force Hydraulic Disc |
Summary
The Specialized Crux is celebrated for its lightweight design, aggressive geometry, and versatility across cyclocross and gravel riding. Reviews highlight its race-ready performance, with particular praise for its handling and climbing efficiency. While some models are noted for their high cost and lack of mounting points, the Crux consistently delivers a responsive and enjoyable ride.
Lightweight FACT 11r carbon frame
Race-ready geometry
Versatile for cyclocross and gravel riding
Excellent handling and climbing efficiency
High-quality components and finishing kit
Expensive
Lack of mounting points
Some models could be lighter
Tubeless setup issues with certain wheels
Requires more focus to handle off-road
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Dec 2021 · Joe Robinson
The lightest gravel bike in the world, the Specialized S-Works Crux is a bona fide off-road race bike with performance to match its price
Climbs like a road bike
Aggressive geometry
Expensive
Nov 2021 · Leon Poultney
Tipping the scales at just 7.25kg, Specialized says its latest Crux is the lightest gravel bike in the world, but can it justify its £10,750/$12,000
The lightest gravel bike out there
Phenomenal drivetrain
Nimble handling
A capable climber
That price
Too nice to smash around trails?
Lack of mounting points
Oct 2019
Don't write off the aluminum frame: This could be your next race bike.
Aluminum frame
Carbon fork
Race-ready geometry
Some riders may prefer thru-axles
Tires are good for cinder paths but lack adequate tread for cyclocross
Jan 2019 · Robin Wilmott
The CruX Expert is a superb race machine that only needs tyre changes to excel all winter long. Buy if you want a thoroughly sorted race bike
Superb ’cross specification, performance, weight and handling
Your wardrobe will struggle to match the frame colour
Nov 2018 · David Arthur @davearthur
Fantastic handling and performance and stunning paint job, but let down by weight and spec
Jan 2018 · Tyler Benedict
The 2018 Specialized CruX cyclocross bike launched this summer with an all-new, race-focused frameset and a range of complete bike builds to suit most any budget. We got our hands on the CruX Expert X1 just in time for the NCCX series and threw it into the mix of test bikes. Actually, this was the …
Oct 2017 · Kristen Legan
The Specialized Crux Expert X1 is one of the best cyclocross bikes this season.
| Frame | FACT 11r carbon, Rider-First Engineered™, OSBB, 1-3/8" lower bearing, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc |
|---|---|
| Fork | S-Works FACT 11r carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle |
| Bottom Bracket | Praxis M30 |
| Stem | Specialized Pro SL, alloy, 4-bolt |
| Handlebar | Specialized Expert Shallow Drop, alloy, 125mm drop x 75mm reach |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Phenom Expert, hollow titanium rails, carbon fiber base, 143mm |
| Seatpost | S-Works FACT carbon 27.2mm, 20mm offset Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Nylon, 105x78x28mm, loose ball w/ reflectors |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Force 1, long cage |
|---|---|
| Crank | Praxis Zayante Carbon M30, 1x direct-mount, Praxis Wave Tech, 40T |
| Shifters | SRAM Force 1 hydraulic disc w/ ICJ |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-1130, 11-32t |
| Chain | KMC X11 EL, 11-speed w/ Missing Link™ |
| Brakes | Front: SRAM Force, flat-mount disc, Rear: SRAM Force, flat-mount disc Type: SRAM Force Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Front: Roval C 38 Disc, carbon, tubeless-ready, 38mm depth, 24h, Rear: Roval C 38 Disc, carbon, tubeless-ready, 38mm depth, 24h |
|---|---|
| Tires | Front: Tracer Pro, 2Bliss Ready, 700x33mm, Rear: Tracer Pro, 2Bliss Ready, 700x33mm |
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Last updated September 22
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