Specialized Crux

725g S-Works 12r and 825g 10r frames.

47c/650b x 2.1” tyre clearance

Roval Alpinist Carbon Seatpost

Featherweight Build: Crux is the world's lightest gravel bike with groundbreaking 725g (12r) and 825g (10r) frames, inheriting Aethos' weight-saving breakthroughs.

Generous Tire Clearance: Boasting 47c/650b x 2.1” tire clearance, the Crux excels with Diverge-level versatility, empowering riders to explore any terrain at full speed.

Dynamic Responsiveness: Nimble, supple, and responsive, the Crux offers a dream-like climbing experience, effortlessly floating over challenging terrains, thanks to its performance gravel geometry.

Tailored Geometry Options: Available in various sizes (49, 52, 54, 56, 58, 61), Crux provides a personalized fit with stack, reach, and other geometry specifications catering to diverse rider preferences.

Frame: Specialized E5 Premium Aluminum with D'Aluisio Smartweld Technology
Fork: FACT Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle
Weight: 1.98kg (4 lb, 5.8 oz)

• 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.
• Nimble, supple, and reactive. Responsive at the pedals, supple in the saddle, the Crux blends speed and comfort for an unrivalled ride feel
• Performance gravel geometry and a race-influenced fit is inspired by Crux’s iconic history in cyclocross
• The combination of clearance to weight unlocks all-new riding potential
• Fast-rolling Roval Terra C 700c wheels deliver rapid acceleration and durable performance
• 38c Specialized Pathfinder Pro tyres boost grip across a range of surface types
• Fully-wireless SRAM Rival eTap AXS drivetrain provides crisp, reliable shifting across the wide 12-speed range

Frame: Crux FACT 10r Carbon, Rider First Engineered™
Drivetrain: SRAM Force 12-speed
Wheels: Roval Terra CL, Tubeless ready

Lightest Frame: S-Works Crux FACT 12r Carbon frame at just 725g.
Premium Build: Equipped with UDH, SRAM RED XPLR, and Roval Terra CLX II wheels.
Exceptional Tyre Clearance: 47c/650b x 2.1” tyre clearance for ultimate capability.

Frame: Specialized E5 Premium Aluminum with D'Aluisio Smartweld Technology
Brakes: SRAM APEX Hydraulic Disc
Tires: Pathfinder Pro 2BR, 700x38

• An exceptionally light gravel frameset that delivers the quickest ride across trails, tracks and bumpy back roads
• The 12r carbon frame weighs just 725g (size 56)
• The frame’s sophisticated carbon layup and refined tube shaping borrowed from the Aethos road bike ensures sublime reactivity and tremendous rough surface compliance
• Thanks to the advanced design and carbon layup, a straight, hollow drive-side chainstay can be used, promoting a super-clean aesthetic
• The fork weighs 400g (uncut) is laterally stiff but damps vibrations from rough terrain
• Tremendous tyre clearance for 700 x 47mm or 650b x 2.1” tyres grants more capability across the harshest riding surfaces
• The Crux boasts the highest tyre clearance-to-weight ratio in the gravel bike world
• Performance gravel geometry with a 10mm longer reach, 72mm drop and low stack delivers balance, agile handling and composure
• A threaded bottom bracket, 27.2mm seatpost size, simple seatpost clamp and no-fuss rear derailleur hanger ease maintenance and usability
• 136 gram Roval Alpinist seatpost
• Frameset rider weight limit: 125kg