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2022 Crux Comp

4.9

16 Reviews

The Crux is the lightest gravel bike in the world, with the exceptional capability…

Voted Best Brand 5 Years in a Row

#1 Again: 2023 Gran Fondo Awards

The riders have spoken! For the fifth year in a row, Specialized has been crowned the #1 “Drop Bar Bike Brand” in the prestigious Gran Fondo Best Brand Awards for 2023. We innovate for riders, and year after year, our bikes are loved by the most discerning riders. Thank you!

Meet the Crux

Product Details

The Crux is the lightest gravel bike in the world, with the exceptional capability of massive tire clearance and performance gravel geometry. It’s not just the ultimate expression of gravel performance, it’s your one-way ticket to gravel enlightenment.

This Crux Comp comes spec'd with a reliable and smooth-shifting SRAM Rival 1 hydraulic disc groupset, tough DT G540 Disc wheels, and 2Bliss Ready, 700x38mm Pathfinder Pro tires that hookup over nasty terrain.

Lightest: 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.
Capable: 47c/650b x 2.1” tire clearance. More clearance means more capability. With Diverge-level tire clearance, Crux takes you anywhere you can imagine, at full gas.
Responsive: Nimble, supple, and reactive. Responsive at the pedals. Supple in the saddle. With performance gravel geometry and race-influenced fit inspired by Crux's iconic history in ‘cross.

Technical Specifications

Frameset

Frame

Crux FACT 10r Carbon, Rider First Engineered™, Threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc

Suspension

Fork

FACT 12R Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc

Brakes

Front Brake

SRAM Rival, hydraulic disc

Rear Brake

SRAM Rival, hydraulic disc

Drivetrain

Shift Levers

SRAM Rival 1, hydraulic

Rear Derailleur

SRAM Rival 1, long cage

Cassette

SunRace, 11-speed, 11-42t

Chain

KMC X11 Extra Lightweight, 11-speed

Crankset

SRAM Rival 1x

Chainrings

40T

Bottom Bracket

Sram GXP

Wheels & Tires

Front Wheel

DT Swiss G540 Disc

Front Tire

Pathfinder Pro 2BR, 700x38

Rear Tire

Pathfinder Pro 2BR, 700x38

Rear Wheel

DT Swiss G540 Disc

Inner Tubes

Presta valve, 48mm

Cockpit

Stem

Specialized, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise

Handlebars

Specialized Adventure Gear, 118.9mm drop x 70mm reach x 12º flare

Tape

Supacaz Super Sticky Kush

Saddle

Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails

SeatPost

Roval Terra Carbon Seat Post, 20mm Offset

Seat Binder

Specialized Alloy, 30mm

* Weights based on production painted frames as pictured. Actual weights will vary based on colourway, frame size, and component variation. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Geometry

	49	52	54	56	58	61
Crank Length	170mm	170mm	172.5mm	172.5mm	175mm	175mm
Handlebar Width	380mm	400mm	420mm	420mm	440mm	440mm
Stem Length	70mm	80mm	90mm	100mm	110mm	110mm
Saddle Width	155mm	155mm	143mm	143mm	143mm	143mm
Seatpost Length	330mm	330mm	330mm	380mm	380mm	380mm
Stack	530mm	547mm	560mm	578mm	598mm	621mm
Reach	375mm	382mm	388mm	397mm	405mm	415mm
Head Tube Length	100mm	115mm	130mm	147mm	167mm	190mm
Head Tube Angle	70.5°	71.25°	71.5°	72°	72.25°	72.5°
BB Height	284mm	284mm	286mm	286mm	286mm	286mm
BB Drop	74mm	74mm	72mm	72mm	72mm	72mm
Trail	74mm	69mm	67mm	64mm	62mm	60mm
Fork Length, Full	401mm	401mm	401mm	401mm	401mm	401mm
Fork Rake/Offset	50mm	50mm	50mm	50mm	50mm	50mm
Front Centre	594mm	600mm	608mm	618mm	630mm	644mm
Chainstay Length	425mm	425mm	425mm	425mm	425mm	425mm
Wheelbase	1008mm	1014mm	1023mm	1033mm	1045mm	1059mm
Top Tube Length, Horizontal	512mm	539mm	549mm	568mm	582mm	599mm
Bike Standover Height	749mm	772mm	794mm	816mm	841mm	866mm
Seat Tube Length	466mm	496mm	521mm	546mm	576mm	606mm
Seat Tube Angle	75.5°	74°	74°	73.5°	73.5°	73.5°

Manual Downloads

Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (All Languages)

2022 Rider/Bike Weight Limits and Terrain Conditions

2022 CRUX - USER MANUAL - ENGLISH

2022 CRUX - USER MANUAL - CHINESE SIMPLIFIED

2022 CRUX - USER MANUAL - GERMAN

2022 CRUX - USER MANUAL - PORTUGUESE BRAZILIAN

2022 CRUX - USER MANUAL - SPANISH

Rider Reviews

4.9

16 Reviews

07/02/2023

The ALL-in-One bike - Awesome

I purchased the bike for the blue frame as it is only 100g heavier than the Sworks frame set. Sram rival power axs 2x, Terra carbon bars, cinelli carbon stem and finish kit, specialized mimic carbon rails power saddle and CLXII, Mondo 35mm. Coming in at 7.9kg for a 54cm its fast snappy agile and does anything, Incredible bike. Road, Hill TT, Gravel, CX this really is the Only bike you need. Lots of youtube videos showing why the CRUX is the only bike you will ever need.

Would Recommend?: Yes!

Name:: Stef B.

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03/10/2023

The ultimate “Dual Sport” bicycle,

The ultimate “Dual Sport” bicycle, with two different wheelsets, the Crux serves as a road and gravel bike for me. Crux Framesets weren’t in stock so I bought the Comp level build and swapped components over to SRAM RED AXS. The full build in “gravel mode” with Roval Terra CL’s and Continental Terra Speed 40’s is at 16.9 lbs and under 16.0lbs when in “road mode”. The Crux checks all the right boxes for me.

Would Recommend?: Yes!

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Name:: Guest G.

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12/29/2022

I use the 2022 Crux

I use the 2022 Crux for both road and gravel - and have two wheelsets for it. One word: Perfect. - R

Would Recommend?: Yes!

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Name:: Guest G.

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11/20/2022

I love this bike

It took me two years to decide to purchase a gravel bike. I am glad I did, and I am glad this is the one I chose. Rides like a dream. My old rim-brake, 2010 Specialized Ruby has now been turned into a dedicated hill climbing bike, and the Crux is my everyday, good for everything else.

Would Recommend?: Yes!

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Name:: Susan

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11/03/2022

This little Ripper is a do-all bike for adventure, commuting and fun!

I bought a Crux Comp and stripped it down. (selling the unwanted components for a good price) Upgraded the following: - Bars: (Roval Terra carbon) - Stem: (S-Works SL alloy) - Drivetrain: (Force 11 cranks (40t), DUB BSA 68 bb, and Force mechanical rear derailleur) - Wheels: (Roval Terra CLs). This thing is sweet; rides like Spez Pro Crux (w/o a battery) while costing substantially less. I set up the bike with DMR magnesium flat pedals (commuting) but have a set of CB eggbeater 11's for gravel. One major problem: I also own an Aethos S-Works (Red AXS); choosing which one I want to ride is the hardest part of my day! :)

Would Recommend?: Yes!

Name:: Michael

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08/25/2022

Oh boy this thing is

Oh boy this thing is perfect. Swapped out the bars and slapped on some Roval Terra CLs and bingo, dream machine. I'll ride this forever. Get it if ya can, life's too short to ride less.

Would Recommend?: Yes!

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Name:: Jeffrey R.

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08/18/2022

Have been looking for Crux

Have been looking for Crux comp for few years and finally was able to locate and buy one. Bike meets all the expectations, Specialized never disappoints. Tested on pavement, gravel and single track, bike performs quite well.

Would Recommend?: Yes!

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Name:: Guest G.

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07/28/2022

Seems to be a great

Seems to be a great bike. Since I had to order without my bike retailers expertise, turns out it’s a bit too big so now I need to wait until Specialized has to smaller parts in stock. Maybe one day I’ll get to ride it. For now, all I can do is just admire its sparkling newness.

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Name:: Guest G.

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07/13/2022

Blown away how fun this

Blown away how fun this bike is, I bought it without ever test riding one. It has quickly become my favorite bike in the fleet.

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Name:: Kevin L.

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06/13/2022

Robust, responsive and comfortable. I'd

Robust, responsive and comfortable. I'd recommend the CruX to anyone looking for a gravel or all-road bike.

Would Recommend?: Yes!

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Name:: Dan O.

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06/07/2022

Comfortable and smooth ride. Basic

Comfortable and smooth ride. Basic rival mechanical group set, works well. Bike climbs well, descends even better. I would eventually upgrade the wheels.

Would Recommend?: Yes!

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Name:: Pete R.

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06/06/2022

Great bike! I am new

Great bike! I am new to cycling and this bike has been a great introduction to the sport. Bike is fast, responsive, yet feels stable with the gravel tires. It handles beautifully. Looking forward to putting many miles on this bike!

Would Recommend?: Yes!

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Name:: Guest G.

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04/12/2022

In love with this bike!

The CruX is stiff, light, responsive and has surprising super smooth shifting with the 1x Sram mechanical. This bike is going to rip during the CX season and some gravel events. For the price it would've been great to have a nicer wheel-set but the ride is still pretty amazing. Hopefully in the future there will be more bikes equipped with carbon wheels at these price points.

Would Recommend?: Yes!

Name:: Maria

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03/30/2022

Fantastic bike! Light, shifts great,

Fantastic bike! Light, shifts great, nimble, and fast. I love the carbon seatpost and geometry of this bike. Internal cable routing makes this bike look very sleek and the blue color is even better in person. On mixed surface rides I’m routinely passing mountain bikers on the trail and catching roadies on the streets. It’s pretty amazing. Can’t wait for CX season. At this price point, it would be nice to see a lighter wheel set. Gearing on the comp model is slightly limited compared to higher end models.

Would Recommend?: Yes!

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Name:: Guest G.

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03/30/2022

Great bike. Extremely comfortable and

Great bike. Extremely comfortable and lightweight.

Would Recommend?: Yes!

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Name:: Guest G.

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12/28/2021

It’s in the name.

Crux-the decisive or most important point at issue. The faster pace my legs output, the Crux eats bumps and makes them unnoticeable as if it has a suspension. Incredible how rugged, lite and comfortable this Specialized Crux Comp bike is on gravel roads. With higher wheel PSI, this bike feels just as capable as my road bike, yet again, more comfortable. At 6”2, 225lbs, 58 fits just right, with handle bar tape, power saddle, disc brakes and Rival components…exactly what I want and have on my other bikes-durable, consistent, reliable.

Would Recommend?: Yes!

Name:: RAFFAELE

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