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Diverge Base Carbon
A carbon frame gravel bike with mid-range components and sram apex hydraulic disc brakes.
Manufacturer Price
$2,500| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Hardtail, 20mm |
| Fork | Specialized Future Shock 1.5 |
| Wheels | 700c |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | Apex |
| Brakes | SRAM Apex Hydraulic Disc |
4'7" – 5'0"
5'4" – 5'7"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'8" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'2" – 6'6"
6'5" – 6'9"
🐐 Estimated
- 5'9", size 54cm, Just right
- 6'3", size 58, Just right
- 5'5", size 52, Just right
Summary
The Specialized Diverge is a versatile gravel bike praised for its smooth ride quality and all-surface capability, blending road and off-road performance. Key features include the FutureShock suspension system for enhanced comfort and a geometry that promotes stability and handling. It offers practical elements like multiple mounting points and internal storage, though some reviews note compromises in weight or tire traction.
Versatile all-surface capability
FutureShock suspension system for smooth ride
Stable and confidence-inspiring handling
Multiple mounting points for accessories
Comfortable geometry and ride quality
Can be heavier than some competitors
Tire choice may limit off-road traction
FutureShock may cause bobbing when climbing
Higher price point for certain models
Lacks stiffness for heavy luggage in some cases
It is a very versatile higher-performance drop-bike without a specific purpose from a company that tends to build focused-performance bikes.Bicycling
An accomplished gravel bike that benefits from road and mountain bike DNA
BikeRadarOne of the fastest, most adaptable gravel speed machines available.
Cycling NewsThe Specialized Diverge offers a great balance between the on and off road worlds.
Cycling WeeklyThe new Diverge is hugely versatile.
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Aug 2021 · Dale Tiessen
Riding ‘off road’ on a road bike is nothing new. I have seen lots of days-gone-by pics of Tour de France riders with a tubular slung around their shoulders riding dirt roads.
Future Shock 2.0 provides effective small bump absorption, rated A
SWAT box integration is a great concept, allows storing gear in downtube
Roval Terra carbon seatpost offers up to 18mm compliance
GRX Di2 drivetrain shifting is wonderful
Frame and fork have generous tire clearance (max 47c 700c, 2.1" 650b)
Geometry is low and slack, comfortable with long top tube and short stem
Future Shock 2.0 adjustment clicks do nothing; only on/off works
Future Shock squeaking after 5 rides
SWAT box bag too small for Specialized Tube Spool with large tube and CO2; needs customization
GRX 1x drivetrain has inadequate gearing (40t chainring, 40t max cassette) for steep terrain; required upgrading to 11-46t cassette
Factory tires (38c) are too small for rough gravel/light MTB; swapped to 44c
No factory model offered with 650b wheels
Gearing and wheels/tires rated C
Jul 2021 · Stu Kerton
Proper gravel racer that belies its weight, and a blast to ride – plus the SWAT storage is a touch of class
Excellent handling for tackling trails at speed
Future Shock 2.0 gives controllable damping
Large tyre clearance
Such a fun ride
Thin bar tape
Bit of a colour clash inside the fork legs
Tyres quite narrow and slick for typical UK conditions
May 2021 · RBA Staff
Specialized scores with the latest Diverge Pro Carbon
Nov 2020 · Jack Luke
The Specialized Diverge Comp Carbon is a hugely versatile carbon gravel bike that could be turned to almost any task
The Future Shock 2.0 is super-effective at smoothing big hits and rough roads
Modern geometry contributes to super-stable ride quality
Every bike should have a SWAT box
Oodles of mounts boost versatility
Lots of tyre clearance
Uncompetitive build for the price
Tyres suffer in all but the driest conditions
Handlebar design may limit accessory mounting options
Nov 2020 · Peter Stuart
Fast and responsive over varying terrain, however Future Shock suspension makes a questionable contribution in the face of high-volume tyres
Versatility
Speed
Handling
Tyre clearance
Suspension and toolbox unnecessary for some
Oct 2020 · Rupert Radley
The Specialized Diverge Comp Carbon could be the perfect do-it-all bike for those seeking on road fun and off road thrills
Good carbon frame
Great handling
Perfect blend of on road performance and off road capability
Tyres comprise its off-road competency
Oct 2020 · Benjamin Topf
Bike giant Specialized sent us the Diverge Expert for our bikepacking group test. Designed as a gravel bike, it's been a talking point among bikepacking greats like Lael Wilcox since its introduction. Does it have what it takes to win our group test?
High level of comfort
Very composed
Maximum efficiency at cruising speed
SWAT box in the down tube
Frameset not stiff enough for heavy luggage
Lack of precision in off-road corners on loose surfaces
Sep 2020 · Jeremy Benson
For the 2021 model year, Specialized redesigned their popular Diverge gravel bikes. It feels more confident and stable on descents and at speed thanks to...
Modern gravel geometry
20mm of Future Shock Suspension
SWAT storage
Offered in multiple builds
Not the lightest weight
More expensive
| Frame | Specialized Diverge FACT 8r carbon, Future Shock suspension, threaded BB, internal routing, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc BB Standard: BSA, 68mm, Threaded |
|---|---|
| Fork | Future Shock 1.5 w/Smooth Boot, FACT carbon, 12x100 mm thru-axle, flat-mount Travel: 20mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM GXP |
| Stem | Future Stem, Comp, w/Integrated computer mount |
| Handlebar | Specialized Adventure Gear Hover, 103mm drop x 70mm reach x 12º flare |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails |
| Seatpost | Carbon, single-bolt, 27.2mm Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Apex 1, long cage, 11-speed |
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| Crank | SRAM Apex 1x GXP, 40T |
| Shifters | SRAM Apex 1x HRD |
| Cassette | Sunrace, 11-speed, alloy spider, 11-42t |
| Chain | KMC X11 Extra Lightweight, 11-speed |
| Brakes | Front: SRAM Apex, hydraulic disc, Rear: SRAM Apex, hydraulic disc Type: SRAM Apex Hydraulic Disc |
| Tires | Front: Pathfinder Sport, 700x38mm, Rear: Pathfinder Sport, 700x38mm |
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First added September 22
Last updated September 22
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