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Diverge Expert
A carbon frame gravel bike with high-end components and sram force hydraulic disc brakes.
Manufacturer Price
$4,750| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Hardtail, 20mm |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Carbon |
| 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 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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Nov 2021 · Caley Fretz
The flat bars are polarizing, but the dedicated geometry makes the most of it.
Incredibly fun, confidence-inspiring handling on a versatile flame platform.
Slower than most gravel bikes.
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
Jun 2021 · Ben Delaney
Painted special for the day in a throwback to the 1989 RockCombo, two Specialized Diverge bikes came to the line together under former WorldTour racers at Unbound Gravel. Ian Boswell outsprinted Laurens ten Dam to take the win, and afterwards said he was “kinda surprised” to find himself atop the podium. Boswell and I stayed … Continued
May 2021 · RBA Staff
Specialized scores with the latest Diverge Pro Carbon
Feb 2021 · Helen Cousins
The fit offered by the Diverge really was a highlight and I enjoyed every moment I spent riding it
Comfortable fit
Confident handling
Fun ride
Favourite saddle comes fitted
Shifting engagement not always precise
Stock tyres not suitable for muddy conditions
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
| Frame | Specialized FACT 9r carbon, Open Road Geometry, 12x142mm thru-axle, Future Shock Progressive suspension, 20mm of travel, flat-mount disc, BB386 BB Standard: PF30, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | Specialized FACT carbon, flat-mount disc, 12x100mm thru-axle Travel: 20mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Praxis, PF30 |
| Stem | Future Stem, Pro |
| Handlebar | Specialized Adventure Gear Hover, 103mm drop x 70mm reach x 12º flare |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Power Expert, Hollow Titanium rails |
| Seatpost | S-Works CG-R, FACT carbon fiber, single-bolt, 27.2mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Specialized Dirt |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Force 1, long cage |
|---|---|
| Crank | Praxis Zayante carbon 1X, 40T |
| Shifters | SRAM Force 1x hydraulic disc |
| Cassette | SRAM XG 1150, 11-speed, 10-42t |
| Chain | KMC X11 EL, 11-speed |
| Brakes | Front: SRAM Force, hydraulic disc, flat-mount caliper, Rear: SRAM Force, hydraulic disc, flat-mount caliper Type: SRAM Force Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Front: Roval C38 Disc, Rear: Roval C38 Disc, XD Driver |
|---|---|
| Tires | Front: Pathfinder Pro 2Bliss Ready, Transparent Sidewall, 700x38c, Rear: Pathfinder Pro 2Bliss Ready, Transparent Sidewall, 700 x 38c |
First added November 6
Last updated March 27
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