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Diverge Expert Carbon

$4,999.99-$6,200

4.8

41 Reviews

Whether your goal is to escape on gravel back roads, far from cars and crowds, or…

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#1 Again: 2023 Gran Fondo Awards
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#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!

Smoother is Faster. Proven
Nothing is Faster than Diverge STR on Rough Terrain

Smoother is Faster. Proven

Suspend The Rider (STR) technology not only eats up impacts so your body doesn’t have to, but it also reduces rolling resistance to keep you rolling faster on rough terrain with up to a massive 11.3 watts of savings—all proven by the Sports University of Cologne.

Product Details

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Whether your goal is to escape on gravel back roads, far from cars and crowds, or drop the hammer at the front of your favorite gravel race, no bike does it better than the new Diverge. It’s quite simply the fastest, most capable - and just maybe the most fun - bike we’ve ever made, delivering a ride that’s quick and lively under power, but stable and confidence inspiring when the terrain gets rough. From Future Shock 2.0 and all-new gravel geometry, to internal storage and category leading tire clearance, the new Diverge represents everything we’ve learned over more than 40 years of riding road, gravel and dirt. The Diverge writes an entirely new chapter in the gravel bike category, so you can dream up entirely new rides. It’s the ultimate getaway vehicle.

With a FACT 9r carbon frame and Future Shock 2.0 the Diverge Expert will have you riding faster and more confidently over more terrain than you ever imagined possible. SRAM's wireless Rival eTap AXS 12-speed groupset delivers quick, crisp shifting and Roval Terra Carbon wheels mated to Pathfinder Pro 42mm tires ensure performance across smooth pavement, dirt roads and gravel tracks. A Roval Terra seat post post keeps the Diverge Expert perfectly balanced for the ultimate ride.

  • With a FACT 9r carbon frame, the Diverge Expert frame is incredible capable and race bike light. Pin it for your local dirt climb KOM, or grind up a giant back country peak, the light and lively Diverge will get you there faster.

  • Speed, control and confidence - Future Shock 2.0 is the ultimate technology for the gravel rider. With 20mm of axial compliance and a hydraulic damper, Future Shock 2.0 suspends the rider not the bike. This keeps you confident and in control, able to keep the power down and stay off the brakes over rough dirt roads and in thick loose gravel, all while keeping your hands, arms and neck fresh. Since Future Shock 2.0’s damper is adjustable, you’ll be ready for the rough stuff and efficient on smooth pavement.

  • We tossed gravel geometry ‘status-quo’ out the window. The new Diverge has the most progressive geometry we’ve ever created for a drop bar bike, giving riders a capable and stable bike in the dirt, that still feels responsive and nimble on the road. We’ve increased the frame’s reach, introduced a slacker head tube and a longer offset fork. All this creates incredible confidence with a planted feeling in the dirt, while spec’ing shorter stems keeps the overall cockpit length the same and the steering lively. We’ve kept the bike’s BB low to increase stability, but high enough to utilize with 650b wheels if that’s your jam.

  • We’ve given the Diverge plenty of rack mounts, including fork and top tube mounts, to ensure you can take what you need, no matter how far you plan to go, or how long you plan to stay out. Note: all carbon models will need an aftermarket seatpost clamp with rack mount to install a rear rack. (Part Number: S184700001).

  • Nothing unlocks a bike’s capability like tire clearance, so we gave the new Diverge a whopping 47mm of tire clearance with a 700c wheel and 2.1” with a 650b wheel. Thanks to a drive side chain stay utilizing a solid beam of carbon behind the chain rings we’ve created clearance without using a fragile dropped chain stay design or increasing chain stay length.

  • The more capable your bike, the bigger your rides get, so Diverge borrows SWAT internal storage from the legendary Stumpy. The SWAT door lets you utilize space in the down tube to store tools, a flat kit, nutrition and even our SWAT Jacket. It keeps weight off your body, low in the bike for better handling, and makes you more self-sufficient, so get out there. SWAT’s got your back.

Technical Specifications

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Frameset

Frame

Specialized Diverge FACT 9r carbon, SWAT™ Door integration, Future Shock suspension, threaded BB, internal routing, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc

Seat Binder

Specialized Alloy, 30.8mm

Suspension

Fork

Future Shock 2.0 w/ Damper, Smooth Boot, FACT carbon, 12x100 mm thru-axle, flat-mount

Brakes

Front Brake

SRAM Rival eTAP AXS, hydraulic disc

Rear Brake

SRAM Rival eTAP AXS, hydraulic disc

Drivetrain

Shift Levers

SRAM Rival eTap AXS, hydraulic

Rear Derailleur

SRAM GX Eagle AXS, w/ battery cover

Cassette

SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed, 11-50t

Chain

SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed

Crankset

SRAM Rival 1 Wide

Chainrings

40T

Bottom Bracket

SRAM DUB BSA 68

Wheels & Tires

Front Wheel

Roval Terra C, 25mm inner width carbon rim, 32mm depth, NEW DT 370 hub, 24h, DT Swiss Comp Race spokes

Front Tire

PATHFINDER PRO 2BR, TAN SIDEWALL, 700x42

Rear Tire

PATHFINDER PRO 2BR, TAN SIDEWALL, 700x42

Rear Wheel

Roval Terra C, 25mm inner width carbon rim, 32mm depth, NEW DT 370 Star Ratchet hub, 24h, DT Swiss Comp Race spokes

Inner Tubes

Presta valve, 48mm

Cockpit

Stem

Future Stem, Pro

Handlebars

Specialized Adventure Gear Hover, 103mm drop x 70mm reach x 12º flare

Tape

Supacaz Super Sticky Kush

Saddle

Body Geometry Power Expert

SeatPost

Roval Terra Carbon Seat Post, 20mm Offset

Accessories

SWAT

Integrated SWAT door, internal storage system

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

Geometry

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49525456586164
Crank Length165mm170mm172.5mm172.5mm175mm175mm175mm
Handlebar Width380mm400mm420mm420mm440mm440mm440mm
Stem Length60mm70mm80mm90mm100mm100mm110mm
Saddle Width155mm155mm143mm143mm143mm143mm143mm
Seatpost Length330mm330mm380mm380mm380mm380mm380mm
Trail69mm66mm61mm57mm57mm57mm54mm
Wheelbase1019mm1026mm1032mm1042mm1059mm1076mm1088mm
Head Tube Length99mm104mm116mm133mm159mm185mm209mm
Front Center607mm614mm620mm630mm647mm664mm675mm
Reach365mm374mm383mm392mm410mm419mm401mm
BB Drop80mm80mm80mm80mm80mm80mm80mm
Fork Rake/Offset55mm55mm55mm55mm55mm55mm55mm
Bike Standover Height700mm725mm754mm779mm805mm832mm859mm
Stack571mm577mm592mm610mm634mm659mm684mm
Head Tube Angle70°70.5°71.25°71.75°71.75°71.75°72.25°
Chainstay Length425mm425mm425mm425mm425mm425mm425mm
Top Tube Length, Horizontal529mm542mm558mm573mm589mm605mm628mm
Seat Tube Angle74°73.75°73.5°73.5°73.5°73.5°73°
BB Height270mm270mm270mm270mm270mm270mm270mm
Fork Length, Full389mm389mm389mm389mm389mm389mm389mm
Seat Tube Length390mm430mm470mm500mm530mm560mm590mm
Geometry

Rider Reviews

4.8

41 Reviews

 

Conforto

Essa foi minha companheira antes da crux. Uma bike muito confortável que te permite ir mais longe sem tanta fadiga principalmente dos ombros, braços e mãos. Já tive outras diverge mas essa com future shock 2.0 é simplesmente excelente o controle que podemos ter. No asfalto travava e a bike respondia mais e nos estradões abria totalmente e melhorava a leitura dos terrenos principalmente nas descidas onde sentia um pouco menos os saltos, apesar de não ser uma suspensão. Para quem busca conforto e desempenho essa é a bike.


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Marco A.

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Worth the upgrade 2016 to 2023 version

Was previously riding a 2016 Diverge Expert and decided to move up to a newer Diverge Expert with the 1 x 12 electronic shifting and the Future Shock 2.0. Both are great improvements. The 1 x 12 gives me virtually the same gear range I had before with my 2 x 11 system but the shifts are crisper and I don't have to fuss with the front derailleur. The Future Shock 2.0 greatly lessens the road vibrations transmitted thru the handlebars without feeling sloppy or spongey. Overall a great gravel bike (with pedals and after moving to slightly smaller tires 32/38 f/r I am at 20.5 lbs for size 56 frame).


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William

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Love it

Have been on a Roubaix since 2010 with the latest a 2022 which I love. Have a set of gravel wheels for it but the Roubaix maxed out at 35mm tires. So to get into more gravel got the 2023 Diverge in the copper/orange flat paint. Love riding it! It’s so smooth, quiet, responsive, and the headset shock is awesome. Depending on the lighting the bike goes from blac to brown to copper to orange tint - beautiful! Highly Recommend!


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George

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das Rad ist von Experten für Experten

Durch das Expert Modell fühle ich mich wie ein echter Experte auf dem Weg in den Biergarten. Einfach klasse!


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Rudi R.

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Pase de una E5 elite a este modelo en carbono y es genial

Esta bici es genial por todo lado que se mire, tenia mi E5 en aluminio durante 3 años, siendo muy feliz con ella, decidí pasar a una versión en carbono y el cambio ha sido espectacular, la bici es rápida, ágil y reactiva para todo tipo de terrenos.

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Oscar R.

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you are correct to be concerned about the future shock system

The head set for this bike is a nightmare. For some reason the lower bearings go bad rapidly. Upon replacing the lower bearing for the 4th time in 18 months (they go bad in a month but I ride it until I can't turn the bars anymore). I am dealing with a broken compression washer and broken bolts in the compression ring. The dealer I bought the bike from seems to hate customers so they have been no help. Looks like replacing the complete headset is going to cost $120. The bearing replacements have cost $35 each time although I would pay more if there was a better bearing option. I have owned a lot of bikes and a lot of head sets and none has been so costly and time consuming to maintain the head set. Never mind the complication of working on this headset. Otherwise the bike is great (sram brakes aside). I went with this over the Crux for swat storage and that was a mistake. The future shock is getting rough and noisy now too.


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Paul M.

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Minha parceira de aventuras

Estou usando essa bike há mais de um ano e ela é minha companheira para provas, bikepackings, treinos. Com certeza é a bike mais confortável que eu já usei!


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Jèssica

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Admirável gravel.

Entre amigos, chamamos de "Mini S-Works". Isso, devido ao fato dela ter componentes de altíssimo nível: Grupo eletrônico "mullet", Canote de carbono Roval Terra que absorve muito as vibrações do solo, Future Shock 2.0 hidráulico com regulagem, rodas de carbono Roval, quadro de carbono, etc. Enfim, uma bike de altíssimo nível. Logo nas primeiras pedaladas, você sente que está em uma bike diferenciada: sua reação é de leveza e embalo rápido. Minha referência de Diverge, foi justamente sua irmã topo de linha, a S=Works, onde pedalei centenas de horas com ela e posso dizer que esse modelo se aproxima incrivelmente próximo de toda essa excelência. A pintura é fenomenal e na minha opinião, essa bike entrega tudo o que você precisa para um gravel topo de gama. É uma gravel que ao experimentar no terreno certo, você se transforma em "graveleiro" na hora! Super bike!


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Magnus C.

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Absorbing alpine tracks and beyond

Recently switched from road cycling (S-Works Tarmac SL6) to the use of a more versatile Diverge living in Val de Bagnes (Switzerland) in perspective of physiologic aging. The adaptation was seamless, climbing as before, but now accessing the dirt roads that are usually occurring before reaching the top of climbs. Very stable, comfortable and agile.

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René

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Traum Bike

Also, dass ist nun nach dem Levo mein zweites Bike von Specialized. Ich habe lange überlegt welches Diverge es sein sollte und habe mich auf Grund des Gesamtpaketes für das Expert entschieden. Es ist schon ein stolzer Preis, aber das war es wert. Es ist ein Traumbike :) Es geht ab wie ein junger Hengst. :) Nicht nur das Bike passt bei Specialized, auch der Support stimmt, Jacob, vielen Dank für Deine Hilfe bei allen aufkommenden Fragen.


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Andreas

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Eine super Gravelbike

Ein wirklich tolles Gravelbike mit dem man auch schnell auf dem Asphalt ist. Sehr komfortabel. Optimal für die Langstrecke. Mit einem zweiten Laufradsatz (28mm Rennrad) sehr breitbandig einsetzbar.


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Rüdiger

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Top ausgestattet und sehr gut zu fahren.

Vermittelt ein sicheres und stabiles Fahrgefühl, auch auf lockerem Untergrund. Die Komponenten sind super aufeinander abgestimmt. Aus meiner Sicht bietet das Expert das beste Preis-/Leistungsverhältnis innerhalb der Diverge Serie.


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Markus

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Bon à tout

Pas seulement typé Gravel, il est très polyvalent, c'est réellement un bon vélo. Avec ce Diverge Expert et son guidon évasé, j'effectue la moitié de mes 10.000 km annuels. C'est un Gravel chaussé de Terra C Roval avec des pneus de 42 mm sur les chemins, un vélo de route une fois équipé de roues C:38 Roval avec des pneus 33 mm pour les Flandriennes sur les pavés mouillés (Kopenberg, Paterberg, Kemmel,...). Pour les sorties plus typées VTT j'ai un EPIC et pour les pavés du Paris-Roubaix, je privilégie mon Roubaix Expert Udi2.


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Jean-Yves

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Brilliant off-roader

As a seasoned "roadie" this bike has been my introduction to "gravel" riding (or byways, tracks and bridleways as it really is in the UK). I am not disappointed - it is a brilliant bike. Superbly balanced and feels fast and responsive off-road, on heavy mud or smooth gravel track, whether climbing or descending. Love the SWAT compartment. Futureshock does make a difference - after 2-3 hours off road I just don't feel shaken up. With some heavier lugged tyres it is incredible and you get the most out of the lovely Roval wheels. The handling at the front end feels a bit "wavy" on tarmac, but off-road it really pays off - you feel you can push it and the bike will handle it. Be warned, though, that the kit on the bike is not really SRAM Rival. Only the shifters and brake calipers are Rival. The drivetrain is all from SRAM's Eagle family of mountain bike kit - it is good but it means you will be limited to a small range of mtb cassettes.

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Badgerboy

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Awesome bike with great components-great

Awesome bike with great components-great fun to ride.

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perfecte fiets!

perfecte fiets!

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Guest G.

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Ein hervorragendes Gravelbike - mach

Ein hervorragendes Gravelbike - mach Spaß!

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Muito satisfeito

Muito satisfeito

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Joaquim F.

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Diverge Carbon Pro

Fantastic bike. So capable on & off road . I’m on 32 tyres at the minute , but will change back to 45 now the weather is getting worse. I couldn’t be happier

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David

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Amazing bike - super capable

Amazing bike - super capable and fun

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Guest G.

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The suspension in the headset

The suspension in the headset is a game changer for gravel. I have ridden a number of gravel bikes and this one just smooth everything out. Just enough flex in the set post to take edge off but not be annoying. Look forward to riding it every chance I get.

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Guest G.

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This bike feels tight and

This bike feels tight and responsive. The wheels provide a nimble feel on and off the road. It just makes me want to ride faster, further and take on alternative routes if I fancy it!

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Guest G.

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Un très bon choix pour un gravel performance

Super chassis avec en plus les avantages de la suspension avant et de la SWAT door. Les roues carbones amènent un vrai plus du coté des performances.


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Fab

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Overall Very Satisfied

Very comfortable and stable ride, built for miles. Heavy-ish, but once rolling, efficiently fast. I do wish some of the components were a little higher-end, some parts with surface rust, and, to be honest would go high-end mechanical over electronic shifting for main reason being the weak chain tension, for which the derailleur has no adjustment.

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Rob

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2x and Wheel Upgrade for the Win - Five-Stars w/ Upgrades

I opted for a few updates, building a "Pro-ish" spec. Upgraded to Terra CL wheels with S-Works Pathfinders as well as a Rival 2x setup (10-36 cassette outback and a 40/33 crankset up front). Change in wheels and tires alone saved me 600+ grams and though the Rival is heavy, shifts like a dream. All told, my build comes in at 20lbs on the dot. I'm awaiting a Terra Carbon bar as my final upgrade as I really dislike the stock handlebar. The is feels lively on the climbs, stable at speed, and confident on the downhills. Long rides mean that I regularly carry 4 bottles and could opt for more, but I chose the Fjallraven top tube/Bento Box instead. SWAT Storage keeps all my emergency gear tucked away, not in my pockets. I'm not sold on the Future Shock yet, but that could be because it's doing the job right and I don't notice it. I'm not sure I'd be as happy with the bike with the heavy stock parts, but many people who are less concerned about wheel weight won't go wrong with this whip.

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Jared

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Great bike but annoyed at some details

So this is my third gravel bike. I have a Vaya (which is sort of more optimized for bike packing and touring) and had a hakka mx. I do like the future shock and I do like the new geometry. Things taht annoy me. They put a nx cassette on carbon wheelset on a 6200 dollar bike. I wish this came with GX and an Xdriver for the freehub so when things wear you can replace. As it is now I have to upgrade thre freehub and do a bunch of other stuff. Otherwise I think its a great bike.

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Jason

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Look No Further

I purchased a Cervelo Aspero and loved everything about it until I rode the Diverge Expert Carbon. All that the engineers claimed is true. Love the geometry, the new head shock and forks make the ride both comfortable and responsive. Climbs like a goat and the descents feel more like I am riding my road bike as the bike handles the corners with ease. I looked for months so I can honestly say for the money there is not a better bike on the market. Test ride it and you will be hooked.

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mike

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This bike is perfect.

I’ve already taken two gravel and mixed terrain trips on this bike. It’s light and it’s fast everywhere. And love the Future Shock. It’s very comfortable, responsive, and just plain fun to ride. Zero buyers remorse. This is my 3rd gravel bike and by far it’s my favorite. Doing another 5 day trip next month can’t wait to get lost again on my new Diverge.

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Patrick

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Agilidad y diversión

Mi definición de esta bicicleta es 75% rutera -25% MTB y 100% diversión asegurada. Una bicicleta muy versátil y agil.


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Jorge

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Top gravel bike

Amazing..is a perfect bike!


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Joan

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Really fun bike

Really fun bike

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Patrick N.

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When Two Roads Diverged...

I have the privilege have being able to ride both the Expert and the S-Works Diverge, and I am enjoying the Expert far more than the SW. I set it up with Roval Terra Carbon bars (the stock bars are not great) and Roval CLX EVO 650B wheels with Rene Hearse Juniper Ridge tires. So much fun to ride!!!

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Katherine

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The Diverge - Magic Carpet Ride

Purchased the 2020 Roubaix Expert to be a BWR Bike. It works great with 32mm All Conditions. However, curiosity for the Diverge got the best of me. Made several personal preference upgrades to my Carbon Expert: ZIPP SL Speed Carbon Stem, SW Power Mimic, SW Hoover Bar, CLX Terras (XDR), SRAM Force Cranks arms, Levers, Calipers, Centerline X Rotors, XX1 AXS Eagle RD, Garbaruk 10-52 Cassette, 12/16 Pullys and 42t Oval Chainring. This Bike rips the STD (Skinny Tire Dirt) XGravel chunky stuff. Concrete and black top's proficiently on the Pathfinder 42s, as well. The Diverge handled 101 miles with 7,100 ft EG, 95% Dirt, mostly mountain bike territories stunningly. The volume surprised me as I stopped looking at my watch while I was having so much fun thru the ride. The Diverge climbs, descends and rips single track so similar to my SW Epic HT, it's dreamy. The SWAT Chamber in the frame carries delicate Powdered Replenishment in ziplocks fine atop the Flat Kit Bag. Super Grateful.

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STORM R.

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Great bike. Nice and tight

Great bike. Nice and tight power transfer. Amazingly light for all it does/has.

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Kevin S.

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Lightweight, fast, stable, and fun

Lightweight, fast, stable, and fun

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Robert M.

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Awesome bike!

Awesome bike!

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Awesome bike

Awesome bike

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Vickie S.

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Delightful

Very comfortable ride especially with Future Shock 2.0. Crisp shifting with SRAM Rival 1 by. I wish they offered matte color finishes.

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Eugene

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The Gravel Steed you Need

This bike rips and is comfortable at the same time. The SWAT is a cool feature so your pockets aren’t stuffed on long days. The future shock is like a cushion on those gnarly gravel roads. Fun bike

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Tyler

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Best Value in a Gravel Bike Anywhere!

An Amazing bike for the money. This is my first gravel bike and I love it. I added 38mm tubless tires to drop weight and added a 100 mm stem to improve fit and handling. The electronic shifiting and disc brakes are both amazing... My first time with each and I'm in love. The bike handles great, the head shock is a welcome feature on long gravel. And while it's slightly heavier then the SWorks, this bike performs well above it's pay grade. For the money, I don't believe there is a better value anywhere!

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Scott

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wonderful bike to ride

My very first time riding this bike, I noticed as soon as you step on the gas, IT GOES! If felt quick and nimble (in comparison to the Elite which I rode previously). The SRAM wireless shifters are so impressive. Super smooth, and precise! The Future shock was something that wasn't an important to me, but after a few hundred miles of Manhattan city riding, I am so grateful I have it. I was surprised the bike didn't feel as light as some other aluminum competitors (when picking up the bike), but suspect the Future shock, and beefy rear (wireless) derailleur may have something to do with it. But again, it feels quick and responsive while riding. A tad pricey at $6k, but do not regret it one bit.

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Giuseppe

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