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 and rides like no other cross bike out there. And sure with multiple Cyclocross World Championships to its name the CruX has more than proven itself in cross but were proud to say that this CruX takes the legacy to a whole different level. This CruX Expert comes specd with a reliable and smooth-shifting SRAM Force 1 hydraulic disc groupset lightweight and durable Roval C 38 Disc carbon fiber wheelset and 2Bliss Ready 700x33mm 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 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 isnt useful in a cross race if it isnt 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 youre 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. After all frame weight becomes irrelevant when its covered in 10 pounds of mud.
SPECS & GEOS
FRAME
FACT 11r carbon Rider-First Engineered™ OSBB 1-3/8 lower bearing 12x142mm thru-axle flat-mount disc
FORK
S-Works FACT 11r carbon 12x100mm 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 2Bliss Ready 700x33mm
REAR TYRE
Tracer Pro 2Bliss Ready 700x33mm
CRANKSET
Praxis Zayante Carbon M30 1x direct-mount
CHAINRINGS
Praxis Wave Tech 40T
BOTTOM BRACKET
Praxis M30
SHIFT LEVERS
SRAM Force 1x hydraulic disc
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 hollow titanium rails carbon fiber base
SEATPOST
S-Works FACT carbon 27.2mm 20mm offset
SEAT BINDER
Included w/ frame
PEDALS
Nylon 105x78x28mm loose ball w/reflectors
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