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CruX
A carbon frame cyclocross bike with upper mid-range components and sram red hydraulic disc brakes.
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$3,200| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | Apex |
| Brakes | SRAM RED Hydraulic Disc |
Summary
The Specialized Crux is celebrated for its lightweight design, aggressive geometry, and versatility across cyclocross and gravel riding. Reviews highlight its race-ready performance, with particular praise for its handling and climbing efficiency. While some models are noted for their high cost and lack of mounting points, the Crux consistently delivers a responsive and enjoyable ride.
Lightweight FACT 11r carbon frame
Race-ready geometry
Versatile for cyclocross and gravel riding
Excellent handling and climbing efficiency
High-quality components and finishing kit
Expensive
Lack of mounting points
Some models could be lighter
Tubeless setup issues with certain wheels
Requires more focus to handle off-road
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Oct 2022 · Cory Benson
3x ex-CX World Champ Zdenek Stybar returned to Tabor 11 years later to race cyclocross on an ultralight, almost stock carbon S-Works Crux....
May 2022 · Jack Luke
A delightfully lightweight classic gravel bike for those with chasmal pockets
Superb ride quality
One of, if not the lightest gravel framesets out there
Generous tyre clearance
Simple standards used throughout
Sensible 125kg weight limit
Huge price tag for the top-end models
Pathfinder tyres only really suitable for dry and fast conditions
Limited accessory mounts
Mar 2022 · Liam Cahill
An exceptionally light gravel bike that excels on the climbs and is a blast to ride fast
Very light
Fast on the road
Fast off the road
Clean frame lines
Comfortable
Might not be 'gravel' enough for some
Feb 2022 · David Kennedy
Getting to the crux of gravel
Dec 2021 · Joe Robinson
The lightest gravel bike in the world, the Specialized S-Works Crux is a bona fide off-road race bike with performance to match its price
Climbs like a road bike
Aggressive geometry
Expensive
Nov 2021 · Leon Poultney
Tipping the scales at just 7.25kg, Specialized says its latest Crux is the lightest gravel bike in the world, but can it justify its £10,750/$12,000
The lightest gravel bike out there
Phenomenal drivetrain
Nimble handling
A capable climber
That price
Too nice to smash around trails?
Lack of mounting points
Oct 2021 · Cyclocross Magazine
The new 2022 Specialized CruX has received a geometry tweak and gone on a diet. We break down the hype and hysteria behind the gravel and cyclocross labels.
Oct 2021 · Josh Croxton
Does the 2022 Specialized Crux live up to its new gravel identity, or are long-time Crux fans going to be cross?
Impressively low weight at 7.25kg
Nimble and responsive handling
XPLR's 10-44T cassette offers ample gear range
Power meter included
Sub-1,300g wheelset
Third bottle cage mount for longer days
The feeling of being 'under-biked' comes early, though maximising the 47c tyre clearance would no doubt help
Cockpit integration would have been a nice finishing touch
| Frame | FACT 11r carbon, Rider-First Engineered™, OSBB, 1-3/8" lower bearing, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc Colors: Forest Green / Flake Silver; Gloss Raspberry / Chameleon |
|---|---|
| Fork | S-Works FACT carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle |
| Bottom Bracket | Praxis 6806 bearings |
| Stem | Specialized, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise |
| Handlebar | Specialized Shallow Drop, 6061, 70x125mm, 31.8mm clamp |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails |
| Seatpost | Specialized Alloy, Single Bolt, 27.2mm Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Apex 1, long cage, 11-speed |
|---|---|
| Crank | Praxis Alba M30, 1x direct-mount, 40T |
| Shifters | SRAM Apex 1x HRD |
| Cassette | Sunrace, 11-speed, 11-36t |
| Chain | KMC X11 Extra Lightweight, 11-speed |
| Brakes | Front: SRAM RED eTAP AXS, hydraulic disc, Rear: SRAM RED eTAP AXS, hydraulic disc Type: SRAM RED Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Front: Axis Elite Disc, Rear: Axis Elite Disc |
|---|---|
| Tires | Front: Tracer Sport, 700x33mm, Rear: Tracer Sport, 700x33mm |
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Last updated 8 October
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