When it comes to cyclocross the Cru X Expert has everything you need & nothing that you dont. It features the same World-Championship-winning geometry & carbon layup as its S-Works cousin so ultra-responsive handling & punchy accelerations are covered. Youll also find that these traits are accentuated by the lightweight & extremely stiff FACT 11r carbon fiber construction while course control is furthered through its one-by design hydraulic disc brakes & front/rear thru-axles. Altogether its a bike thats guaranteed to take your performance to new heights this season. Beginning with the frame we implemented our Rider-First Engineered™ technology that was first introduced on our Tarmacs. Using size-specific tubes & layups this technology allows the Cru X to feature the same ride characteristics across every size in the range. Not only this but it also allowed us to significantly drop the frame weight so the Cru X now comes in around a scant 900 grams for a 56cm (*dependent on frame size & color)—over 400 grams lighter than the previous frameset. A light & stiff frame alone isnt useful in a cross race if it isnt compliant however which is why the new Cru X also combines stiffness & compliance in all the right places. & to assist with the latter we lowered the seat collar by two centimeters for more exposed seatpost & cushion for big hits. We also know that cyclocross races are often won in the corners & over the barriers which is why the Cru X geometry takes this into account. The top tube has been designed for easy shouldering when youre hopping off to clear barriers as it features a large opening to the front triangle & a flat bottom. For stability in the corners & on off-camber sections the geometry has a low bottom bracket & a sharp front-end. This combination also helps to initiate corners regardless of the terrain. With maximum mud-shedding ability in mind we included eight millimeters of clearance on all sides of a 33mm tire providing plenty of clearance for muddy conditions. Its awesome to have a light bike after all but frame weight becomes irrelevant when it’s covered in 10 pounds of mud. It also comes with a reliable SRAM Force 1 hydraulic disc groupset lightweight & durable Roval SLX 24 clincher disc wheels & 2 Bliss Ready tires that hookup over nasty terrain. Our FACT 11r carbon frame features a race-ready cross geometry & comes equipped with thru-axles 142mm rear spacing & it takes advantage of our highest quality carbon production methods in order to create a bike thats as responsive as it is lightweight. SRAMs Force 1 delivers smooth crisp shifts along with plenty of stopping power via their hydraulic disc brakes. Yep thats right—carbon wheels on an Expert-level bike. The Roval C38 Disc carbon wheels bring performance to the masses. Theyre lightweight durable & ready for just about anything. Specification Frame FACT 11r carbon Rider-First Engineered™ OSBB 1-3/8 lower bearing 12x 142mm thru-axle flat-mount disc Fork S-Works FACT 11r carbon 12x 100mm thru-axle Front Wheel Roval C 38 Disc carbon tubeless-ready 38mm depth 24h Rear Wheel Roval C 38 Disc carbon tubeless-ready 38mm depth 24h Inner Tubes Presta valve 48mm Front Tyre Tracer Pro 2 Bliss Ready 700x 33mm Rear Tyre Tracer Pro 2 Bliss Ready 700x 33mm Crankset Praxis Zayante Carbon M30 1x direct-mount Chainrings Praxis Wave Tech 40T Bottom Bracket Praxis M30 Shift Levers SRAM Force 1 hydraulic disc w/ ICJ Rear Derailleur SRAM Force 1 long cage Cassette SRAM PG-1130 11-32t Chain KMC X11 EL 11-speed w/ Missing Link™ Front Brake SRAM Force flat-mount disc Rear Brake SRAM Force flat-mount disc Handlebars Specialized Expert Shallow Drop alloy 125mm drop x 75mm reach Tape Specialized CX Pro Gel Stem Specialized Pro SL alloy 4-bolt Saddle Body Geometry Phenom Expert Adaptive Edge design hollow titanium rails carbon fiber base 143mm Seatpost S-Works FACT carbon 27.2mm 20mm offset Seat Binder Included w/ frame Pedals Nylon 105x 78x 28mm loose ball w/ reflectors ...

When we set out to design a new cross rig we didnt just want to make another adventure bike with added tire clearance—we knew we had to create a purebred racing steed that was fast confident lightweight & rides like no other cross bike out there. & sure with multiple Cyclocross World Championships to its name the Cru X has more than proven itself in cross but were proud to say that this Cru X takes the legacy to a whole different level. This Cru X Expert comes specd with a reliable & smooth-shifting SRAM Force 1 hydraulic disc groupset lightweight & durable Roval C 38 Disc carbon fiber wheelset & 2 Bliss Ready 700x 33mm Trace pro tires that hookup over nasty terrain. Starting with the frame we implemented our Rider-First Engineered™ technology that was first introduced on our Tarmacs. Using size-specific tubes & layups this technology allows the Cru X to feature the same ride characteristics across every size in the range. Not only this but it also allowed us to significantly drop the frame weight so the Cru X now comes in around a scant 900 grams for a 56cm &40;*dependent on frame size & color&41;—over 400 grams lighter than the previous frameset. A light & stiff frame alone isnt useful in a cross race if it isnt compliant however which is why the new Cru X also combines stiffness & compliance in all the right places. & to assist with the latter we lowered the seat collar by two centimeters for more exposed seatpost & cushion for big hits. We also know that cyclocross races are often won in the corners & over the barriers which is why the Cru X geometry takes this into account. The top tube has been designed for easy shouldering when youre hopping off to clear barriers as it features a large opening to the front triangle & a flat bottom. For stability in the corners & on off-camber sections the geometry has a low bottom bracket & a sharp front-end. This combination also helps to initiate corners regardless of the terrain. With maximum mud-shedding ability in mind we included eight millimeters of clearance on all sides of a 33mm tire providing plenty of clearance for muddy conditions. After all frame weight becomes irrelevant when its covered in 10 pounds of mud.SPECS & GEOSFRAMEFACT 11r carbon Rider-First Engineered™ OSBB 1-3/8&34; lower bearing 12x 142mm thru-axle flat-mount disc FORKS-Works FACT 11r carbon 12x 100mm thru-axle FRONT WHEELRoval C 38 Disc carbon tubeless-ready 38mm depth 24h REAR WHEELRoval C 38 Disc carbon tubeless-ready 38mm depth 24h INNER TUBESPresta valve 48mm FRONT TYRETracer Pro 2 Bliss Ready 700x 33mm REAR TYRETracer Pro 2 Bliss Ready 700x 33mm CRANKSETPraxis Zayante Carbon M30 1x direct-mount CHAINRINGSPraxis Wave Tech 40TBOTTOM BRACKETPraxis M30SHIFT LEVERSSRAM Force 1x hydraulic disc REAR DERAILLEURSRAM Force 1 long cage CASSETTESRAM PG-1130 11-32t CHAINKMC X11 EL 11-speed w/ Missing Link™FRONT BRAKESRAM Force flat-mount disc REAR BRAKESRAM Force flat-mount disc HANDLEBARSSpecialized Expert Shallow Drop alloy 125mm drop x 75mm reach TAPESpecialized CX Pro Gel STEMSpecialized Pro SL alloy 4-bolt SADDLEBody Geometry Phenom Expert hollow titanium rails carbon fiber base SEATPOSTS-Works FACT carbon 27.2mm 20mm offset SEAT BINDERIncluded w/ frame PEDALSNylon 105x 78x 28mm loose ball w/reflectors ...

The Cru X Pro frameset is a cross beast with race-optimised geometry OSBB tapered headtube internal cable routing & an outstanding stiffness-to-weight ratio. Build it up with the spec of your choice.> Specialized FACT 10r carbon canti frame with cross-specific geometry & race features such as tapered headtube & OSBB for greater stiffness acceleration efficiency & handling on any race course> FACT carbon canti fork with tapered steerer provides ample tyre clearance & the best balance of strength stiffness & compliance for cyclocross racing> 1-1/8" upper & 1-3/8" lower integrated stainless steel cartridge bearings with 8mm cone spacer & 20mm of spacers> Specialized Pro Carbon Pave SL seatpost is lightweight & comfortable allowing you to fine-tune your saddle position with a single-bolt adjustable head Technical Specifications FRAME Specialized FACT 10r carbon canti-specific 1-3/8" lower bearing OSBB FORK Specialized FACT carbon canti-specific monocoque fork carbon steerer & crown for 1-3/8" lower bearing HEADSET 1-1/8" upper & 1-3/8" lower integrated stainless cartridge bearings 8mm cone spacer w/ 20mm of spacers ...

When we set out to design a new cross rig we didnt just want to make another adventure bike with added tire clearance—we knew we had to create a purebred racing steed that was fast confident lightweight & rides like no other cross bike out there. & sure with multiple Cyclocross World Championships to its name the Cru X has more than proven itself in cross but were proud to say that this Cru X takes the legacy to a whole different level. Starting with the frame we implemented our Rider-First Engineered™ technology that was first introduced on our Tarmacs. Using size-specific tubes & layups this technology allows the Cru X to feature the same ride characteristics across every size in the range. Not only this but it also allowed us to significantly drop the frame weight so the Cru X now comes in around a scant 900 grams for a 56cm (*dependent on frame size & color)—over 400 grams lighter than the previous frameset. A light & stiff frame alone isnt useful in a cross race if it isnt compliant however which is why the new Cru X also combines stiffness & compliance in all the right places. & to assist with the latter we lowered the seat collar by two centimeters for more exposed seatpost & cushion for big hits. We also know that cyclocross races are often won in the corners & over the barriers which is why the Cru X geometry takes this into account. The top tube has been designed for easy shouldering when youre hopping off to clear barriers as it features a large opening to the front triangle & a flat bottom. For stability in the corners & on off-camber sections the geometry has a low bottom bracket & a sharp front-end. This combination also helps to initiate corners regardless of the terrain. With maximum mud-shedding ability in mind we included eight millimeters of clearance on all sides of a 33mm tire providing plenty of clearance for muddy conditions. After all frame weight becomes irrelevant when its covered in 10 pounds of mud. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FRAMESET FRAME FACT 11r carbon Rider-First Engineered™ OSBB 1-3/8 lower bearing 12x 142mm thru-axle flat-mount disc SUSPENSION FORK S-Works FACT carbon 12x 100mm thru-axle COCKPIT HANDLEBARS S-Works Short & Shallow STEM Specialized Pro SL alloy 4-bolt TAPE Specialized CX Pro Gel SADDLE Body Geometry Power Pro SEATPOST Roval Terra Carbon Seat Post 20mm Offset SEAT BINDER Included w/ frame BRAKES FRONT BRAKE SRAM Rival 1 hydraulic disc REAR BRAKE SRAM Rival 1 hydraulic disc DRIVETRAIN SHIFT LEVERS SRAM Force e Tap AXS Hydraulic REAR DERAILLEUR SRAM RED e TAP AXS 12-speed CRANKSET SRAM Force 1 40T CHAIN SRAM CN Force 12-speed WHEELS & TIRES FRONT WHEEL Roval Terra CL 25mm inner width carbon rim 32mm depth DT for Roval 350 hub 24h DT Swiss Comp Race spokes REAR WHEEL Roval Terra CL 25mm inner width carbon rim 32mm depth DT for Roval 350 hub 24h DT Swiss Comp Race spokes FRONT TIRE Tracer Pro 2 Bliss Ready 700x 33mm REAR TIRE Tracer Pro 2 Bliss Ready 700x 33mm REAR HUB LU HAI RVT50L-K5-B17-AN2-N4-F1TUBELESS VALVE STEM FOR WC007. WHEELS INNER TUBES Presta valve 48mm ACCESSORIES PEDALS * Specifications are subject to change without notice ...

The Cru X is the lightest gravel bike in the world with the exceptional capability of massive tire clearance & performance gravel geometry. It’s not just the ultimate expression of gravel performance it’s your one-way ticket to gravel enlightenment. This Cru X Pro comes specd with a accurate & quick-shifting SRAM Force 1 e Tap AXS hydraulic disc groupset lightweight & durable Roval Terra CL Disc wheels & 2 Bliss Ready 700x 38mm Pathfinder Pro tires that hookup over nasty terrain. Lightest: 725g S-Works 12r & 825g 10r frames. We took the revolutionary breakthroughs that made Aethos the lightest bike ever & applied them to the Cru X. The result? A gravel bike that climbs like a dream floats over nightmarish terrain & 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 Cru X takes you anywhere you can imagine at full gas. Responsive: Nimble supple & reactive. Responsive at the pedals. Supple in the saddle. With performance gravel geometry & race-influenced fit inspired by Cru X’s iconic history in ‘cross. FRAME Crux FACT 10r Carbon Rider First Engineered™ Threaded BB 12x 142mm thru-axle flat-mount disc FORK S-Works FACT Carbon 12x 100mm thru-axle flat-mount disc HANDLEBARS Specialized Adventure Gear 118.9mm drop x 70mm reach x 12 degrees flare STEM Specialized Pro SL alloy 4-bolt 6-degree rise TAPE Supacaz Super Sticky Kush SEAT BINDER Specialized Alloy 30mm BRAKESET SRAM Force e TAP AXS hydraulic disc SHIFT LEVERS SRAM Force e Tap AXS REAR DERAILLEUR SRAM Force XPLR e Tap AXS CASSETTE SRAM XPLR XG-1251 12-speed 10-44t CRANKSET SRAM Force 1x CHAINRING 40T BOTTOM BRACKET SRAM DUB BSA 68 CHAIN SRAM Force 12-speed WHEELSET Roval Terra Carbon Tubeless Ready TYRES Pathfinder Pro 2BR Tan Sidewall 700x 38; Pathfinder Pro 2BR 700x 38 SADDLE Body Geometry Power Pro hollow titanium rails SEATPOST Roval Terra Carbon Seat Post 20mm Offset PEDALS Not Included ...

The Cru X Pro Carbon Disc frameset is a cross beast with race-optimised geometry OSBB tapered headtube internal cable routing & an outstanding stiffness-to-weight ratio. Build it up with the spec of your choice.> Specialized FACT 10r carbon disc-specific frame w/ OSBB for stiffness & light weight> Specialized FACT carbon disc-specific fork for precise handling & steering> Specialized CG-R FACT carbon seatpost is engineered for compliance & comfort Technical Specifications FRAME Specialized FACT 10r carbon disc-specific 1-3/8" lower bearing OSBBFORK Specialized FACT carbon HEADSET 1-1/8" upper 1-3/8” lower stainless steel cartridge bearings 8mm carbon cone spacer w/ 25mm of carbon spacers BOTTOM BRACKET Hope BB30SEATPOST Specialized CG-R FACT carbon single bolt 27.2mm SEAT BINDER Alloy 32.6mm ...

The Cru X Pro Disc frameset is a cross-optimized warrior. With its FACT 10r carbon frame disc brake mounts & CG-R carbon fiber seatpost its ready to be built up exactly how you want it. Add to that SWAT™ Box compatibility & a third bottle mount on the down tube for water or a tool Keg & you have the foundation for a real course crusher. The carbon frame was constructed from our FACT 10r carbon fiber that puts performance first without breaking the bank. It retains all of the rigidity & responsiveness required of cross racing & to promote ride quality its also equipped with a thru-axle desig with 142mm rear sapcing for all wheel compatibility. The internally routed FACT carbon disc fork features a thru-axle design & it increases steering response & rider input for the tight turns & all-out efforts demanded in CX. The CG-R seatpost is constructed from our high quality FACT carbon fiber & when combined with the elastomer insert it helps reduce rider fatigue & increase compliance.FRAME Specialized FACT 10r carbon 142mm thru-axle 1-3/8" lower bearing disc mount OSBBFORK Cru X carbon disc thru-axle QRBOTTOM BRACKET Enduro BB30SEATPOST Specialized CG-R FACT carbon single bolt 27.2mm SEAT BINDER Crux carbon disc fork QR ...

The Cru X Sport is a cross beast with race-optimised geometry tapered headtube internal cable routing & an outstanding stiffness-to-weight ratio to power through the nastiest courses.> Specialized FACT 10r carbon canti frame with cross-specific geometry & race features such as tapered headtube & OSBB for greater stiffness acceleration efficiency & handling on any race course; paired with the FACT carbon canti fork with tapered steerer > Specialized Tracer Sport tyres provide the perfect tread to cover any course with siped shoulder knobs to adapt to hard or loose terrain > FSA Gossamer BB30 crankset has cross-specific gearing & is tough & reliable in the nastiest conditions > Smooth precise Shimano 105 STI shifters are renowned for their race-ready performance & exceptional value > Specialized Body Geometry Phenom Comp saddle with hollow Cr-Mo rails enables riders to develop a position ideal for CX racing while providing increased durability with scuff guards Technical Specifications FRAME Specialized FACT 10r carbon canti-specific 1-3/8" lower bearing OSBB FORK Specialized FACT carbon canti-specific monocoque fork carbon steerer & crown for 1-3/8" lower bearing HEADSET 1-1/8" upper & 1-3/8" lower integrated sealed Cr-Mo cartridge bearings 20mm alloy cone spacer w/ 20mm of spacers STEM Specialized Comp-Set 3D forged alloy 4-position adjustable 4-bolt 31.8mm clamp HANDLEBARS Specialized CX Comp Shallow Bend 6061 alloy 125mm drop 70mm reach TAPE Specialized CX Pro Gel FRONT BRAKE Tektro CR 720 cantilever REAR BRAKE Tektro CR 720 cantilever BRAKE LEVERS FRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano 105 braze-on 10-speed REAR DERAILLEUR Shimano 105 10-speed SHIFT LEVERS Shimano 105 STI 10-speed CASSETTE Shimano Tiagra 10-speed 12-28 CHAIN KMC X10 CRANKSET FSA Gossamer BB30 CHAINRINGS FSA 46/36 BOTTOM BRACKET OS integrated sealed bearings PEDALS Nylon flat test ride loose ball w/ reflectors FRONT WHEEL AXIS 2.0 REAR WHEEL AXIS 2.0 FRONT TYRE Specialized Tracer Sport 60TPI wire bead 700x 33c REAR TYRE Specialized Tracer Sport 60TPI wire bead 700x 33c INNER TUBES Standard presta valve SADDLE Body Geometry Phenom Comp hollow Cr-Mo rails 143mm SEATPOST Specialized Sport alloy 27.2mm SEAT BINDER Alloy 32.6mm ...

The Cru X Sport E5 is a cross beast with race-optimised geometry tapered headtube internal cable routing & an outstanding stiffness-to-weight ratio to power through the nastiest courses. Reliable Shimano 105 drivetrain with integrated hydraulic disc brakes rounds out an excellent cross setup for the most demanding racers.AXIS 2.0 Disc wheels are tough race-ready wheels perfect for all conditions Specialized Tracer Sport 33c tyres offer excellent grip in all conditions FSA Gossamer BB30 crankset for smooth shifting & power transfer TRP HY/RD hydraulic disc brakes for effortless braking in even the nastiest conditions Shimano 105 11-speed rear derailleur for crisp shifting on demand Body Geometry Phenom Comp saddle w/ hollow Cr-Mo rails provides comfort for all-out efforts Specialized Sport alloy seatpost w/ 2-bolt adjustment for any position Technical Specifications FRAME Specialized E5 Premium Aluminium fully manipulated tubing semi-compact race design shaped toptube 1-3/8" lower bearing internal cable routing integrated headset OSBBFORK Specialized FACT carbon 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 anti-corrosion hardware HANDLEBARS Specialized Comp shallow drop alloy 125mm drop 70mm reach TAPE Specialized CX Pro Gel FRONT BRAKE TRP HY/RD hydraulic disc REAR BRAKE TRP HY/RD hydraulic disc FRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano 105REAR DERAILLEUR Shimano 105 11-speed SHIFT LEVERS Shimano 105 STI 11-speed CASSETTE Shimano 105 11-speed 11-28CHAIN Shimano 105 11-speed CRANKSET FSA Gossamer BB30PEDALS Nylon flat test ride loose-ball w/ reflectors FRONT WHEEL AXIS 2.0 Disc REAR WHEEL AXIS 2.0 Disc FRONT TYRE Specialized Tracer Sport 60TPI wire bead 700x 33c REAR TYRE Specialized Tracer Sport 60TPI wire bead 700x 33c INNER TUBES Standard presta valve SADDLE Body Geometry Phenom Comp hollow Cr-Mo rails 143mm SEATPOST Specialized Sport alloy 2-bolt 27.2mm SEAT BINDER Alloy 31.8mm ...

Whether youre just getting into cyclocross or exploring the road less traveled the Cru X Sport E5 is the perfect bike to help you get out there & get after it. We designed it around a durable E5 Premium Aluminum frame & FACT carbon fork that are equal parts lightweight rugged & responsive. For the build it takes a no-nonsense approach to performance utilizing a mix of components from Shimano Praxis & Tektro so youll benefit from a durability-first design when the terrain gets rough. Further along these lines youll find powerful hydraulic disc brakes & Tracer Sport tires that were h&-selected for their all-condition abilities. So start practicing your barrier hops because this bike will be ready to go just as soon as you are. The frame was constructed from our E5 Premium Aluminum in order to provide a stiff lightweight & responsive frame thats purpose-built to withstand the rigorous demands of cyclocross. Youll find that the tubing is also formed to make shouldering the bike a breeze while the semi-compact geometry creates predictable handling & explosive accelerations in the absolute worst of conditions. The FACT carbon disc fork was designed to increase steering response & rider input for the tight turns & all-out efforts demanded in CX. The Tracer Sport tires have a fast tread for all-around cyclocross riding & racing. This tread covers all courses with center knobs to provide ample traction & siped shoulder knobs that adapt to hard & loose ground. Its also lightweight making it easy to accelerate.FRAMESpecialized E5 Premium Aluminum 142mm thru-axle fully-manipulated tubing semi-compact race design shaped top tube 1-3/8 lower bearing internal cable routing integrated headset OSBBTechnical Specifications FORK Cru X carbon disc thru-axle QRFRONT WHEEL Axis Elite Disc QRREAR WHEEL Axis Elite Disc QRINNER TUBES 700x 28/38mm 48mm Presta valve FRONT TYRE Tracer Sport 700x 33mm 60TPI wire bead REAR TYRE Tracer Sport 700x 33mm 60TPI wire bead CRANKSET Praxis Alba 2DCHAINRINGS Praxis 46/36TBOTTOM BRACKET Praxis OSBBSHIFT LEVERS Shimano ST-RS505 11-speed FRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano 105 braze-on REAR DERAILLEUR Shimano 105 11-speed CASSETTE Shimano 105 11-speed 11-28t CHAIN KMC X11 11-speed w/reusable Missing Link FRONT BRAKE Shimano BR-785 hydraulic disc Ice-Tech resin pads w/fins REAR BRAKE Shimano BR-785 hydraulic disc Ice-Tech resin pads w/fins HANDLEBARS Specialized Shallow Drop alloy 125mm drop 70mm short-reach TAPE Specialized CX Pro Gel STEM Specialized 3D forged alloy 4-bolt 7-degree rise SADDLE Body Geometry Phenom Comp hollow Cr-Mo rails 143mm SEATPOST Alloy 12.5mm offset 2-bolt clamp 27.2mm SEAT BINDER Alloy 31.8mm ...