2024 Specialized
Diverge Expert Carbon
A carbon frame gravel bike with high-end components and hydraulic disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price
€6,300($6,922)| Weight | 21.0 lbs |
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| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Hardtail, 20mm |
| Fork | Specialized Future Shock 2.0 |
| Wheels | 700c Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | GX Eagle AXS, Rival AXS |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.
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View Comparison5'4" – 5'7"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'8" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'2" – 6'6"
6'5" – 6'9"
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May 2024
For our Specialized Diverge STR Review, Amy Jurries loaded it up for a bikepacking trip across a mix of terrain in Cyprus. Full review here...
Front and rear suspension make for confident riding over rough terrain and comfort for long days in the saddle
No bobbing when out of the saddle or pushing hard
High-end components such as the SRAM AXS Eagle drivetrain with its smooth, precise shifting
Generous tire clearance, allowing for wider tires
Plenty of mounts and internal storage for tools and supplies
Sleek design
Fiddly process to precisely dial in the desired compliance of the Future Shock suspension system at start
The rear suspension requires an adjustment in seatpost height and saddle position compared to your normal gravel setup
Because the Future Shock system isolates the rider, not the frame, the rear suspension won’t drastically improve control on technical descents when standing
Heavier than your average carbon gravel bike
This is a very expensive bike, with some builds costing as much as a used car
Don’t forget your spare batteries
As with all things Specialized, many proprietary parts apart from the drivetrain
Jan 2024 · Calvin Zajac
The Specialized Diverge STR promises unrivalled compliance levels, but what for? Does that make it the ultimate bikepacking buddy, or a trail shredder and fun machine?
Incredibly smooth on bumpy terrain thanks to the Future Shock
A ton of fun thanks to the agile handling
The most comfortable bike on test
Rear future shock looks unusual and sticks out visually
Dec 2023 · Sam Challis
When it comes to road and gravel bikes, I’m in the privileged position of being spoilt for choice. The nature
Sep 2023
Here's why the Specialized Diverge's damped seatpost flex is a brilliant design and doesn't care if you think it's ugly.
Sep 2023
I’ve been quite happy for my gravel riding to remain a suspension free pursuit; well, I was until I spent a couple of months on Specialized’s Diverge STR Expert. With the brand's Future Shock treatment now extending to the rear end of the Diverge, not only is it one of the comfiest gravel bikes on the market, but that ‘boing-free’ rear end also aids traction on climbs and minimises fatigue. Though, I'll admit, its aesthetics are quite divisive.
May 2023
Compliance without compromise is the name of the game here in this future-thinking adventure machine, but does it work?
Feb 2023 · Jack Luke
The divisive Future Shock Rear 'suspension' system is tricky to set up, and the build isn't competitive for the price, but the Diverge STR Expert will delight those who like high-tech bikes
Super-smooth ride when seated
Hugely versatile
Sorted geometry
Improved tyre spec
Quirky aesthetic
Very involved setup
Uncompetitive build for the price
Quirky aesthetic
Oct 2022 · Peter Stuart
The new gravel race bike is a big step forward in tech, and though it comes at a price, the gains could be well worth it
Better ride quality
More ride versatility
Better all-around performance
Impressive comfort across all terrain
Added complexity
Increased price
| Frame | Specialized Diverge FACT 9r carbon, SWAT™ Door integration, Future Shock suspension, threaded BB, internal routing, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc BB Standard: BSA, 68mm, Threaded Tire Clearance: 47c Colors: Gloss Dark Navy Granite over Carbon / Pearl; Gloss Dune White / Taupe |
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| Fork | Future Shock 2.0 w/ Damper, Smooth Boot, FACT carbon, 12x100 mm thru-axle, flat-mount Travel: 20mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB BSA 68 |
| Stem | Future Stem, Pro |
| Handlebar | Specialized Adventure Gear Hover, 103mm drop x 70mm reach x 12º flare |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Power Expert |
| Seatpost | Roval Terra Carbon Seat Post, 20mm Offset Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | PEDAL, TEST RIDE PEDALS PROVIDED BY SPECIALIZED |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM GX Eagle AXS |
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| Crank | SRAM Rival 1 Wide, 40T |
| Shifters | SRAM Rival ETAP AXS |
| Cassette | SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed, 11-50t |
| Chain | SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed |
| Brakes | Front: SRAM Rival eTAP AXS, hydraulic disc, Rear: SRAM Rival eTAP AXS, hydraulic disc Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Front: Roval Terra C, 25mm inner width carbon rim, 32mm depth, NEW DT 370 hub, 24h, DT Swiss Comp Race spokes, Rear: Roval Terra C, 25mm inner width carbon rim, 32mm depth, NEW DT 370 Star Ratchet hub, 24h, DT Swiss Comp Race spokes |
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| Tires | Front: Pathfinder Pro 2BR, Tan sidewall, 700x42, Rear: Pathfinder Pro 2BR, Tan sidewall, 700x42 |
Last updated June 18