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Diverge Comp Carbon

4.8

28 Reviews

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

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Product Details

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.

The Diverge Comp Carbon features the same game changing FACT 9r Carbon frame and Future Shock 2.0 as our Pro build but spec’d with SRAM’s mechanical shifting Rival 1 1x11 gravel group. Alloy DT Swiss G540 wheels keep you rolling efficiently, while Kanza winning Pathfinder Pro 42mm tires deliver performance across smooth pavement, dirt roads and gravel tracks. To give the Diverge Comp a perfectly balanced ride we spec Roval’s Terra seat post.

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’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).
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.
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

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, hydraulic disc, 160mm CenterLine rotor

Rear Brake

SRAM Rival, hydraulic disc, 160mm CenterLine rotor

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 rim, 24mm internal width, tubeless ready, 24h, Specialized full sealed bearing thru axle hub, centerlock disc, DT Swiss Champion 14G stainless steel spokes, DT Swiss brass nipples

Front Tire

Pathfinder Pro 2BR, Tan sidewall, 700x42

Rear Tire

Pathfinder Pro 2BR, Tan sidewall, 700x42

Rear Wheel

DT Swiss G540 rim, 24mm internal width, tubeless ready, 24h, Specialized full sealed bearing thru axle hub, centerlock disc, DT Swiss Champion 14G stainless steel spokes, DT Swiss brass nipples

Inner Tubes

700x28/38mm, 48mm Presta valve

Cockpit

Stem

Future Stem, Comp

Handlebars

Specialized Adventure Gear Hover, 103mm 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

Accessories

SWAT

Integrated SWAT door, internal storage system

* 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
Wheelbase	1019mm	1026mm	1032mm	1042mm	1059mm	1076mm
Seat Tube Length	390mm	430mm	470mm	500mm	530mm	560mm
Fork Rake/Offset	55mm	55mm	55mm	55mm	55mm	55mm
Reach	365mm	383mm	392mm	401mm	410mm	374mm
Front Center	607mm	614mm	620mm	630mm	647mm	664mm
Top Tube Length, Horizontal	529mm	542mm	558mm	573mm	589mm	605mm
BB Drop	80mm	80mm	80mm	80mm	80mm	80mm
Trail	69mm	66mm	61mm	57mm	57mm	57mm
Chainstay Length	425mm	425mm	425mm	425mm	425mm	425mm
Head Tube Length	99mm	104mm	116mm	133mm	159mm	185mm
Head Tube Angle	70°	70.5°	71.25°	71.75°	71.75°	71.75°
Stack	571mm	577mm	592mm	610mm	634mm	659mm
BB Height	270mm	270mm	270mm	270mm	270mm	270mm
Fork Length, Full	389mm	389mm	389mm	389mm	389mm	389mm
Seat Tube Angle	74°	73.75°	73.5°	73.5°	73.5°	73.5°
Bike Standover Height	700mm	725mm	754mm	779mm	805mm	832mm

Manual Downloads

Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (All Languages)

SPECIALIZED STEM ACCESSORY MOUNT

RIDING_WITH_FRAME_FIXED_CARGO_AND_THE_FUTURE_SHOCK_ADDENDUM.pdf

Future Shock Retrofit Compatibility - Chinese Simplified

Trainer Usage Addendum to the Bicycle Owner's Manual

Future Shock Front Suspension (2.0 damper/1.5 undamped) User Manual

Rider Reviews

4.8

28 Reviews

05/14/2024

Rapida Eficiente y Divertida

Rápida en ascensos y Segura en descensos con la suspensión 2.0, Rival muy seguro en sus frenos y asertiva en las marchas! en asfalto o grava responde muy bien! lo mejor es tener una bici extremadamente divertida para Graveliar!

Name:: Juan S.

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10/29/2023

Gutes Bike

Bin sehr Zufrieden mit dem Bike

Name:: Norbert

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08/07/2023

Comfy

Good comfortable ride. Pretty light. Not road fast but fun bike. Good for bike packing. Put good miles on already but mostly road and some gravel. Pathfinder in back spilt along tread. Hit a big rock. Replaced (tubes popped, went tubeless sealant just poured out). Replaced seat and seat stem (more preference). Had a few loose screws etc. Brake discs kept loosening and i had to give them a good hard tighten. Plastic cover on chainstay lost a bolt and came loose. I like the feel of future shock on stem. Not sure I like the extra complication for removing though. Great bike!

Name:: Jack

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06/11/2023

Un vélo qui permet vraiment de diverger!

Avec le Diverge on peux pratiquement tout faire! Sur route (mais ce n’est pas le important) il a un super comportement! Dynamique grâce à la rigidité du cadre mais confortable grâce au Futurshock (que je ne désactive pratiquement jamais vu l’état des routes) Une fois qu’on diverge de la route c’est pratiquement sans le limite! J’aime pratiquer le Gravel dans différents type de chemin (gravillons, terre, sable, gras/sec, etc.). Le Diverge passe partout avec une aisance remarquable tout en permettant de conserver un niveau de performance remarquable grâce à son répondant dans les relances! Côté pratique, le coffre dans le cadre permet d’embarquer tout le matos sans impacter l’esthétique. Je l’utilise quotidiennement depuis 2 mois (velotaf, sortie gravel, sortie route) et je n’arrive plus à m’en passer 🤩

Name:: Philippe

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06/10/2023

Attention au programme envisagé

Les développements, les pneus, sont prévus pour des chemins plutôt roulant, sans gros dénivelé. Pour la montagne, il faut plus de polyvalence dans les braquets, un double plateau ou une k7 avec un gros pignon. Après le cadre, la tige de selle, la selle, et la suspension du cintre c'est vraiment TOP !

Name:: Alex

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06/02/2023

I don't know what makes this Diverge so amazing

But I know I love it. When I ride my Diverge, I feel so happy. Crazy happy. I have been eyeing this bike for a couple years. I went to the bike shop to buy a bell and ended up with a Diverge Comp Carbon. It's the best bell I ever bought. I am not a roadie. I am primarily a mountain biker but I cannot stop riding this bike on paved paths (road riding = death around here). I can't stop smiling after my rides. It makes me happy.

Would Recommend?: No

Name:: Jody

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05/30/2023

So far so good love

So far so good love all this bike shifts and handles

Would Recommend?: No

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Name:: Brian K.

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05/11/2023

Excelente y con muy buenas prestaciones

La he andado ya por mas de 200 kilometros de destapada y es genial en los ascensos, comoda en los descensos (pero no tan divertida como una MTB), liviana y sus prestaciones me parecen lo mejor: Swat, Future Shock 2.0, poste de sillin en carbon, proteccion para el marco. Recomendadisima.

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Name:: David

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02/12/2023

What a bike

My 2012 gravel bike has been ridden hard and I needed a new bike. I choose the The Diverge based on reviews and recommendations. I am very impressed with this bike. I honestly did not think it would be this good of a bike. It rides great, likes to go fast and has very good confident handling. Great bike and it looks amazing.

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Name:: Bill

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02/08/2023

So glad I went with

So glad I went with a Diverge. I have been riding specialized bikes for as long as I can remember. They never disappoint.

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Name:: Guest G.

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12/13/2022

Ein sehr tolles Bike mit

Ein sehr tolles Bike mit vielen tollen Details!

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Name:: Guest G.

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11/29/2022

Great Bike!

Love riding this bike! Handles great on any terrain. If you can find it, get it!

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Name:: Matthew

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11/28/2022

Super vélo

Bonjour, je recherchais un vélo pour m'amuser sur des terrains roulants là ou mon enduro n'avait pas vraiment d’intérêt, et bien je l'ai trouvé...relances super dynamiques, position parfaite, amorti du cintre très agréable et efficace, look d'enfer. Pour l'instant que des louanges. La largeur des pneus n'est pas du tout gênante sur routes et ils sont super confortables sur terrains meubles ou sur les cailloux

Name:: Pierre-Jean

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10/07/2022

Super light and fast!

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Name:: Guest G.

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10/04/2022

Fallen in love with cycling again

Love the bike, very versatile, the future shock 2.0 makes this bike great on the trails and also super capable on the road. SWAT storage is incredibly handy, I can't wait to take this bike around Rwanda

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Name:: Josh H.

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10/03/2022

Love this bike!

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Name:: Guest G.

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10/01/2022

Performance Bike

Habe mich nach langem überlegen für diesen Traum aus Carbon entschieden und keinen Kilometer bereut. Die Geometrie ist eine perfekte Mischung aus Agilität und Komfort.

Name:: Josef

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07/01/2022

This is a fantastic bike.

This is a fantastic bike. Personally, I love the design of this frame. But it's not just a pretty bike, it's also very clever and capable. I really like the suspension and it's adjustability. And the SWAT storage is really convenient and I no longer use the seat bag that I used on my previous bike. My one gripe is that I wish this had one more gear on the back to get some extra range on especially steep climbs. And maybe the Shimano GRX groupset instead of the Sram Rival, but I think that's more personal preference than performance. I want to eventually put on a Classified groupset system, but I have to save up a bit more for that. O, and I do really like the tires that this comes with, but they are focus on smooth rolling roads without much loose stuff. Loose stuff get's a bit slidey with these, but I appreciate the speed that I get on the roads. This is a great bike for road endurance with occasional, well maintained gravel. Maybe I'll put on some bigger 650b wheels/tires for the really rough stuff, but again, money. Overall, I do recommend this to anyone who's looking for a single bike to do both road and gravel.

Would Recommend?: No

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Name:: Casey B.

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06/24/2022

Commuting beast or gravel grinder

This bike is absolutely superb. Future shock 2.0 makes a huge impact on your ride quality, but its barely noticeable. The lockout allows you to set the suspension for your weight and ride feel, with the ability to become rigid. This bike is simply FUN. One minor complaint I have is with the granny gear. at a 42/44 gear ratio, it is still hard to climb some of the steeper hills. Many riders would benefit from swapping the chainring to a 40 tooth. Other than the granny gear on some sections, the gearing on this bike is phenomenal. Sram doubletap works like a dream. Highlights include the swat box and the tires on this bike. I have my entire flat kit in the swat box including spare tube, co2, and mult-tool. Pathfinder pro tires are one of my favorite parts on this bike. The smooth center tread allows you to roll fast on paved roads or trails, and the knobs on the shoulders provides grip on the dirt and gravel.

Would Recommend?: No

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Name:: Noah

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05/28/2022

Rock n' Roll part 2

Two minor negative things to mention here: 1. How Specialized did the bar tape. In my opinion the could have put on a more expensive one and arrange the cables under it better. But hey, that is a quick fix. 2. My shoes rub against the chain stay and i noticed that to late. The paint job is scratched, so now i need to put some clear paint on it. If they would have put some extra protective foil at this spot this would not have happend. I mean they also put protective plastic on top of the chain stay but sadly this did not stop my feet from rubbing of the paint. Never had this issues with other bikes. So be aware and better tape that spot beforehand. All in all this bike is Rock n' Roll!

Name:: Jules2

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05/28/2022

Rock n' Roll

I personally find Specialized quite expensive but hey, the Diverge is worth it. The Future Shock System and the Swat-frame hole/bag? is amazing. In my opinion it is fair to pay for this technological development. I have personally ridden the Pathfinder tyres through rough conditions like deep mud and some snow and they stick to the ground like glue. However on the road they are ok fast! I dunno if they cope so well in bad conditions just because of the tyre profile or also because of the decent weight that lays on the front fork/ good geometry. I just fitted 32c tyres on the wheels (24 inner width) and they work fine too. Just in case you want a faster road tyre.

Name:: Jules

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05/21/2022

The Diverge comp is an

The Diverge comp is an amazing bike. Fits like a glove and handles well. Wish it was a tad lighter but overall I can’t complain. Just complete a BWR with it and it was perfect. Swat box is practical and future shock was helpful on the long ride. Would definitely recommend if you can find it in your size. I ordered online and had it shipped to my local bike shop and they dialed it in for me in a few days. You can get it faster by requesting direct shipment to your home and the bike will come complete except for the wheels.

Would Recommend?: No

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Name:: Guest G.

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05/08/2022

love this bike

Grabbed this bike as soon as I saw it available and love it.

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Name:: Josh

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04/26/2022

Excelente bike com barulho

A bike veio com barulho no Future shock, as capinhas ficam batendo o tempo todo , um barulho imperdoável para uma Specialized

Name:: Guilherme

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04/22/2022

The bike showed up in

The bike showed up in great condition and was easy to set up thanks to the detailed setup instructions/video.Thanks!

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Name:: Guest G.

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04/06/2022

Phenomenal product.

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Name:: Vince P.

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04/05/2022

Love this bike. Favorites about

Love this bike. Favorites about the bike - SWAT door Integration - no longer use a saddle bag. The Future Shock 2.0 suspension is nice in the gravel. Really like the thru axles and Power Sport Seat. I’m 6-1 and ride the 58cm. Great fit and it feels like it was made for specifically for me.

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Name:: Guest G.

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04/05/2022

First of all it is

First of all it is I only was able to get this bike because of the Specialized website and my local bike shop Broken Spoke of Green Bay!! My local bike shop told me to go the website each day to see if they are in and have it shipped to him. So I did...but after one day of doing this I noticed the website said "email me when in" and so I did! TWO DAYS LATER... it was in and I received an email that its in my cart! So, quickly I went to go purchase it and within I think 5 day turn around I was off riding my bike!! :) So that is the first tip I would tell you if you looking for this bike that is out or any other bike on this website. As for the bike it self! It gets a A+! I am a "rookie" to gravel biking..... only one year under my belt (I had a Specialized Diverge Base) and it was fun to get into gravel biking with....even did a 50 mile race! Soooo, with that said I kind of wanted better breaks, lighter bike and so on.. and so I fell into this one. LOVE the color and look first of all its so classic.... all the bike boys think its cool! lol But so far I have done a few longer rides 45+ and love the Future Shock suspension I "kooshed it up" as we like to say on the gravel roads at it was great. The handle bars on a little different then my last one and I like the feel of them so far. I did swap out the saddle for my old Diverge seat actually and so far love it. I also like the SWAT door! I have my tube/tools/CO2/ and snacks in there at the moment! :) Very useful. Also LOVE the look and feel of the tires.. matched them with a brown Cedaerobag and I also get many complements on both! So if you are lucky enough to see one of these in a shop ... I would day "DO IT" and grab it while you can!! Hope this helps anyone! Happy Riding :)

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Name:: Guest G.

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