Gloss Carbon / Purple Haze / Rebel Pink / Birch

Satin Carbon / Smoke

Front: Shimano GRX RX820, Rear: Shimano GRX RX820

S-Works FACT Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc

Crux FACT 10r Carbon, Rider First Engineered™, Threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc, UDH dropout

Specialized Adventure Gear, 118.9mm drop x 70mm reach x 12º flare

Front: DT Swiss G540 rim, 24mm internal width, tubeless ready, 24h, Specialized full sealed bearing thru axle hub, centerlock disc, DT Swiss Champion 14G stainless steel spokes, DT Swiss brass nipples, Rear: DT Swiss G540 rim, 24mm internal width, tubeless ready, 24h, Specialized full sealed bearing thru axle hub, centerlock disc, DT Swiss Champion 14G stainless steel spokes, DT Swiss brass nipples

Roval Terra Carbon Seat Post, 20mm Offset

Front: Pathfinder Pro 2BR, Tan Sidewall, 700x38, Rear: Pathfinder Pro 2BR, Tan Sidewall, 700x38

IconThe Crux is the lightest gravel bike in the world, with the exceptional capability of massive tire clearance and performance gravel geometry. It’s not just the ultimate expression of gravel performance, it’s your one-way ticket to gravel enlightenment.This Crux Comp comes spec'd with a reliable and smooth-shifting Shimano GRX 12-speed groupset, tough DT G540 Disc wheels, and 2Bliss Ready, 700x38mm Pathfinder Pro tires that hookup over nasty terrain.Lightest: 725g S-Works 12r and 825g 10r frames. We took the revolutionary breakthroughs that made Aethos the lightest bike ever and applied them to the Crux. The result? A gravel bike that climbs like a dream, floats over nightmarish terrain, and weighs less than a full bottle in your cage.Capable: 47c/650b x 2.1” tire clearance. More clearance means more capability. With Diverge-level tire clearance, Crux takes you anywhere you can imagine, at full gas.Responsive: Nimble, supple, and reactive. Responsive at the pedals. Supple in the saddle. With performance gravel geometry and race-influenced fit inspired by Crux’s iconic history in ‘cross.

Specialized Crux Comp

49cm

52cm

Crux Comp

The Specialized Crux is celebrated for its lightweight frame, versatile performance across gravel and cyclocross, and high-quality components. Reviews highlight its superb ride quality, excellent handling, and impressive tire clearance, making it a top choice for racing and fast gravel riding. However, some note its high price point and the mismatch between the premium frame and lower-spec components in certain builds.

MSRP	$3,799
Where to Buy	$3,999 At Contender
Category	Gravel
Weight	18.8 lbs
	5.9
Frame	Carbon
	Carbon
Wheels	Aluminum
Wheel Size	700c
Clearance	2.1"
	Shimano GRX 800 Hydraulic Disc


	GRX 800
Drivetrain	1 × 12
Brand Site	specialized.com
Summary	The Specialized Crux Comp is a carbon frame gravel bike with high-end components and shimano grx 800 hydraulic disc brakes.

Frame	Crux FACT 10r Carbon, Rider First Engineered™, Threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc, UDH dropout BB Standard: BSA, 68mm, Threaded Hanger Standard: UDH Tire Clearance: 2.1" Colors: Gloss Carbon / Purple Haze / Rebel Pink / Birch; Satin Carbon / Smoke
Fork	S-Works FACT Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
Bottom Bracket	Shimano Threaded BSA BB
Stem	3D-forged alloy, 31.8mm, 7-degree rise
Handlebar	Specialized Adventure Gear, 118.9mm drop x 70mm reach x 12º flare
Saddle	Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
Seatpost	Roval Terra Carbon Seat Post, 20mm Offset Type: Rigid

Rear Derailleur	Shimano GRX RX822-GS, 12-speed
Crank	Shimano GRX RX820, 40T
Shifters	Shimano GRX RX820, 1x12-speed
Cassette	Shimano XT, 12-speed, 10-45t
Chain	Shimano XT M8100, 12-speed w/ quick link
Brakes	Front: Shimano GRX RX820, Rear: Shimano GRX RX820 Type: Shimano GRX 800 Hydraulic Disc

Rims	Front: DT Swiss G540 rim, 24mm internal width, tubeless ready, 24h, Specialized full sealed bearing thru axle hub, centerlock disc, DT Swiss Champion 14G stainless steel spokes, DT Swiss brass nipples, Rear: DT Swiss G540 rim, 24mm internal width, tubeless ready, 24h, Specialized full sealed bearing thru axle hub, centerlock disc, DT Swiss Champion 14G stainless steel spokes, DT Swiss brass nipples
Tires	Front: Pathfinder Pro 2BR, Tan Sidewall, 700x38, Rear: Pathfinder Pro 2BR, Tan Sidewall, 700x38