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Jun 2026
This bike does everything modern gravel racers expect. That’s exactly the point.

May 2026
The fifth-generation Crux gets more aero, more tire clearance, and geometry aimed squarely at modern gravel racing, but it still delivers the quick, lively ride that made the old bike so good.

May 2026 · Jordan Villella
There is no more identity crisis for the Specialized Crux, it's now a full-on aero-focused gravel race machine with heavy Tarmac energy
Very light (789g frame, complete builds from 6.9kg)
Large tire clearance (up to 55mm/2.2in)
Significant aero improvement (15.2 watts faster at 45kph vs Crux 4)
Aero gains without weight penalty
Updated geometry for stability and confidence
Size-specific layup for consistent ride across sizes
Looks visually appealing
No internal frame storage
No bag mounting points except toptube bento mount
Expensive (S-Works at $14,000)

May 2026 · Jack Evans
The new Specialized Crux has been likened to a gravel Tarmac with good reason. Gone are the previous generation's round
More aero
Nearly as light
Wider tyre clearance
More suitable gravel geometry
Expensive
Lively ride and handling
May 2026 · Ronan Mc Laughlin
Out goes the classic look and cyclocross DNA as aero comes in, but is the now-dedicated gravel race platform already at risk of being superseded?

May 2026 · Jan Fock
First ride review of the new Specialized S-Works Crux 2026: how good is the first aero gravel racer from Specialized?
Playful handling
Direct acceleration on climbs thanks to the low weight and high stiffness
Ergonomic and comfortable cockpit
Loads of clearance for wide tires
Beautifully detailed paint finish
Undersized stock chainring
No affordable frameset option
Q: Which Specialized bikes are most popular?
The most popular Specialized model families are the Tarmac, Diverge, and Rockhopper.
Q: Does Specialized make eBikes?
Yes, Specialized manufactures both conventional bikes and e-bikes.