Front: Tektro Spyre, mechanical disc, dual pivot, Rear: Tektro Spyre, mechanical disc, dual pivot

Specialized E5 Premium Aluminum, fully manipulated tubing, semi-compact race design, shaped toptube, 1-3/8"" lower bearing, internal cable routing, integrated headset, OSBB

Specialized Comp, shallow drop, alloy, 125mm drop, 70mm reach

1-1/8"" upper, 1-3/8” lower, steel bearings, 20mm alloy cone spacer, w/ 20mm spacers

Nylon flat test ride, loose-ball, w/ reflectors

Front: AXIS Classic Disc, Rear: AXIS Classic Disc

Body Geometry Toupé Sport, steel rails, 143mm

Specialized Comp Multi, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 12-degree rise

Front: Specialized Tracer Sport, 60TPI, wire bead, 700x33c, Rear: Specialized Tracer Sport, 60TPI, wire bead, 700x33c

The CruX E5 is a 'cross beast, with race-optimized geometry, OSBB, tapered headtube, internal cable routing, and an outstanding stiffness-to-weight ratio to power through the nastiest courses. Reliable Shimano drivetrain provides an ideal 'cross setup for the most demanding racers.

Specialized CruX E5

The Specialized Crux is a fast, nimble, and versatile cyclocross bike praised for its stiff, responsive frame and stable handling across various terrains. It excels in power transfer and efficiency, making it ideal for racing and all-day rides, though some note it can be less nimble in tight corners. Wheel compatibility issues due to proprietary standards are a common drawback.

MSRP
Where to Buy	— $1 At
Category	Cyclocross
	3.1
Frame	Aluminum
	Carbon
Wheels	Aluminum
Wheel Size	700c
	Tektro Mechanical Disc


	Sora
Drivetrain	2 × 9
Brand Site	specialized.com
Summary	The Specialized CruX E5 is an aluminum frame cyclocross bike with mid-range components and tektro mechanical disc brakes.

Frame	Specialized E5 Premium Aluminum, fully manipulated tubing, semi-compact race design, shaped toptube, 1-3/8"" lower bearing, internal cable routing, integrated headset, OSBB BB Standard: BB30, Press Fit
Fork	Specialized FACT carbon
Bottom Bracket	BB30, press-fit
Headset	1-1/8"" upper, 1-3/8” lower, steel bearings, 20mm alloy cone spacer, w/ 20mm spacers
Stem	Specialized Comp Multi, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 12-degree rise
Handlebar	Specialized Comp, shallow drop, alloy, 125mm drop, 70mm reach
Saddle	Body Geometry Toupé Sport, steel rails, 143mm
Seatpost	Specialized Sport, alloy, 2-bolt, 27.2mm Type: Rigid
Pedals	Nylon flat test ride, loose-ball, w/ reflectors

Rear Derailleur	Shimano Sora
Front Derailleur	Shimano Sora, braze-on
Crank	FSA Gossamer, BB30, 46/36
Shifters	Shimano Sora STI
Cassette	Shimano HG-50, 9-speed
Chain	KMC X9, 9-speed, reusable Missing Link
Brakes	Front: Tektro Spyre, mechanical disc, dual pivot, Rear: Tektro Spyre, mechanical disc, dual pivot Type: Tektro Mechanical Disc

Rims	Front: AXIS Classic Disc, Rear: AXIS Classic Disc
Tires	Front: Specialized Tracer Sport, 60TPI, wire bead, 700x33c, Rear: Specialized Tracer Sport, 60TPI, wire bead, 700x33c