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Specialized Crux Expert

Specialized Crux Expert
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When it comes to cyclocross, the CruX Expert has everything you need and nothing that you don't. It features the same World-Championship-winning geometry and carbon layup as its S-Works cousin, so ultra-responsive handling and punchy accelerations are covered. You'll also find that these traits are accentuated by the lightweight and extremely stiff FACT 11r carbon fiber construction, while course control is furthered through its one-by design, hydraulic disc brakes, and front/rear thru-axles. Altogether, it's a bike that's 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 and layups, this technology allows the CruX 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 CruX now comes in around a scant 900 grams for a 56cm (dependent on frame size and color)—over 400 grams lighter than the previous frameset. A light and stiff frame, alone, isn't useful in a 'cross race if it isn't compliant, however, which is why the new CruX also combines stiffness and compliance in all the right places. And to assist with the latter, we lowered the seat collar by two centimeters for more exposed seatpost and cushion for big hits.

We also know that cyclocross races are often won in the corners and over the barriers, which is why the CruX geometry takes this into account. The top tube has been designed for easy shouldering when you're hopping off to clear barriers, as it features a large opening to the front triangle and a flat bottom. For stability in the corners and on off-camber sections, the geometry has a low bottom bracket and 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. It's 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 and durable Roval C 38 Disc carbon fiber wheelset, and 2Bliss Ready tires that hookup over nasty terrain.

- Our FACT 11r carbon frame features a race-ready 'cross geometry and comes equipped with thru-axles, 142mm rear spacing, and it takes advantage of our highest quality carbon production methods in order to create a bike that's as responsive as it is lightweight.
- Yep, that's right—carbon wheels on an Expert-level bike. The Roval C38 Disc carbon wheels bring performance to the masses. They're lightweight, durable, and ready for just about anything.
- SRAM's Force 1 delivers smooth, crisp shifts, along with plenty of stopping power via their hydraulic disc brakes.

Specs

Frame FACT 11r carbon, Rider-First Engineered, OSBB, 1-3/8" lower bearing
Fork S-Works FACT 11r carbon
Axles Front: 100 x 12mm
Rear: 142 x 12mm
Rims/Wheels Roval C 38 Disc, carbon, tubeless-ready, 38mm depth, 24h
Tires Tracer Pro, 2Bliss Ready, 700x33mm
Crankset Praxis Zayante Carbon M30, 1x direct-mount
Chainrings Praxis Wave Tech, 40T
Bottom Bracket Praxis M30
Chain KMC X11 EL, 11-speed w/ Missing Link
Rear Derailleur SRAM Force 1, long cage
Cassette/Rear Cogs SRAM PG-1130, 11-32t
Shifters SRAM Force 1 hydraulic disc w/ ICJ
Handlebars Specialized Expert Shallow Drop, alloy, 125mm drop x 75mm reach
Tape/Grips Specialized CX Pro Gel
Stem Specialized Pro SL, alloy, 4-bolt
Brakes SRAM Force, flat-mount disc
Pedals Nylon, 105x78x28mm, loose ball w/ reflectors
Saddle Body Geometry Phenom Expert, hollow titanium rails, carbon fiber base, 143mm
Seat Post S-Works FACT carbon 27.2mm, 20mm offset

* Subject to change without notice.

Part Numbers

Option UPC MPN
Gloss Team Yellow/Rocket Red/Tarmac Black/Clean / 46cm 888818412952 91419-3046
Gloss Team Yellow/Rocket Red/Tarmac Black/Clean / 49cm 888818412860 91419-3049
Gloss Team Yellow/Rocket Red/Tarmac Black/Clean / 52cm 888818412617 91419-3052
Gloss Team Yellow/Rocket Red/Tarmac Black/Clean / 54cm 888818412709 91419-3054
Gloss Team Yellow/Rocket Red/Tarmac Black/Clean / 56cm 888818412518 91419-3056
Gloss Team Yellow/Rocket Red/Tarmac Black/Clean / 58cm 888818412624 91419-3058
Gloss Team Yellow/Rocket Red/Tarmac Black/Clean / 61cm 888818412907 91419-3061

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