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2020 S-Works Crux

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1 Reviews

When we set out to design a new 'cross rig, we didn't just want to make another adventure…

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When we set out to design a new 'cross rig, we didn't 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 we're proud to say that this Crux takes the legacy to a whole different level. The S-Works Crux is spec'd with the lightest components possible. Along these lines, it features a 1x groupset with a mix of Shimano's Dura-Ace and XTR components, lightweight, aerodynamic, and mud-shedding Roval CLX 50 clincher disc wheels, our S-Works Power Cranks power meter, and an S-Works carbon seatpost and handlebars.
  • 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, 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. After all, frame weight becomes irrelevant when it's covered in 10 pounds of mud.

Technical Specifications

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WHEELS & TIRES

Front Wheel

Roval CLX 50 Disc, carbon, tubeless-ready, Win Tunnel Engineered, 50mm depth, CeramicSpeed bearings, 21h

Rear Wheel

Roval CLX 50 Disc, carbon, tubeless-ready, Win Tunnel Engineered, 50mm depth, DT Swiss 240 internals, CeramicSpeed bearings, 24h

Rear Hub

LuHai_RVT66L-K5-B25-AN2-N4-F0, Tubeless valve stem for CLX 50 Tubeless wheels.

Front Tire

Tracer Pro, 2Bliss Ready, 700x33mm

Rear Tire

Tracer Pro, 2Bliss Ready, 700x33mm

Inner Tubes

Presta Valve, 60mm

DRIVETRAIN

Shift Levers

SRAM Red eTap AXS Hydraulic

Chain

SRAM RED 12-speed

Rear Derailleur

Shimano XTR M9050 Di2, Shadow Plus, GS cage, 11-speed

Cassette

Shimano Ultegra, 11-speed, 11-32t

Crankset

S-Works Power Cranks, single-sided power, BB30, 11-speed

Chainrings

40T

Bottom Bracket

OSBB, CeramicSpeed bearings

FRAMESET

Frame

S-Works FACT 11r carbon, Rider-First Engineered™, OSBB, 1-3/8" lower bearing, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc

ACCESSORIES

Pedals

PEDAL, TEST RIDE PEDALS PROVIDED BY SPECIALIZED

Suspension

Fork

S-Works FACT carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle

BRAKES

Front Brake

Shimano 105, Hydraulic disc

Rear Brake

Shimano 105, Hydraulic disc

COCKPIT

Handlebars

S-Works Short & Shallow, 125mm Drop, 75mm Reach w/Di2 Hole

Stem

S-Works SL, alloy, titanium bolts, 6-degree rise

Tape

Specialized CX Pro Gel

Saddle

Body Geometry S-Works Phenom, carbon rails

SeatPost

S-Works FACT carbon 27.2mm, 20mm offset

* 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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4649525456.058.061.0
Crank Length165mm165mm170mm172.5mm172.5mm175mm175mm
Saddle Width155mm155mm155mm143mm143mm143mm143mm
Seatpost Length350mm350mm350mm350mm350mm350mm350mm
Handlebar Width360mm380mm400mm420mm420mm440mm440mm
Stem Length70mm80mm90mm100mm100mm110mm110mm
Stack523mm540mm554mm566mm582mm597mm618mm
Reach366mm369mm375mm382mm388mm395mm402mm
Head Tube Length100mm115mm125mm140mm155mm170mm190mm
Head Tube Angle69.5°70.5°71.5°71.5°72°72.5°73°
BB Height281.5mm281.5mm281.5mm283.5mm283.5mm285.5mm285.5mm
BB Drop71mm71mm71mm69mm69mm67mm67mm
Trail78mm72mm65mm65mm62mm59mm55mm
Fork Length, Full400mm400mm400mm400mm400mm400mm400mm
Fork Rake/Offset50mm50mm50mm50mm50mm50mm50mm
Front Center592mm592mm593mm605mm611mm618mm627mm
Chainstay Length425mm425mm425mm425mm425mm425mm425mm
Wheelbase1007mm1007mm1008mm1020mm1026mm1034mm1043mm
Top Tube Length, Horizontal501mm509mm534mm550mm563mm578mm597mm
Bike Standover Height763.5mm781.5mm794.5mm808.5mm824.5mm840.5mm861.5mm
Seat Tube Length470mm490mm510mm530mm550mm570mm600mm
Seat Tube Angle75.5°75.5°74°73.5°73.25°73°72.5°
Geometry

Rider Reviews

5

1 Reviews

 

Oh yes

The Crux is just about the perfect all around bike. With a second set of road wheels, I can do road, Cx, and gravel. Smooth, stable, classic lines, and no gimmicks like built in suspension, wired geometry, or proprietary components to trick you up for future component upgrades. This could be the best all around bike ever made. I'm sorry for potential Specialized customers that it is not marketed this way.


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