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.

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

FRAMESET

FRAME
FACT 11r carbon Rider-First Engineered™ OSBB 1-3/8’ lower bearing 12x142mm thru-axle flat-mount disc

SUSPENSION

FORK
S-Works FACT carbon 12x100mm thru-axle

COCKPIT

HANDLEBARS
Specialized Shallow Drop 6061 70x125mm 31.8mm clamp

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

TAPE
Specialized CX Pro Gel

SADDLE
Body Geometry Power Sport steel rails

SEATPOST
Roval Terra Carbon Seat Post 20mm Offset

SEAT BINDER
Included w/ frame

BRAKES

FRONT BRAKE
SRAM Force hydraulic disc

REAR BRAKE
SRAM Force hydraulic disc

DRIVETRAIN

SHIFT LEVERS
SRAM Force 1 hydraulic disc

REAR DERAILLEUR
SRAM Force 1 long cage

CASSETTE
SRAM PG-1130 11-speed 11-36t

CRANKSET
Praxis Zayante Carbon M30 1x direct-mount

CHAINRINGS
Praxis Wave Tech 40T

BOTTOM BRACKET
Praxis M30

CHAIN
Sram PC1130 w/ Powerlink 11-speed

WHEELS & TIRES

FRONT WHEEL
DT Swiss R470 rim 20mm 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.

REAR WHEEL
DT Swiss R470 rim 20mm internal width tubeless ready 24h Specialized full sealed bearing thru axle hub centerlock disc alloy freehub body DT Swiss Champion 14G stainless steel spokes DT Swiss brass nipples.

FRONT TIRE
Tracer Pro 2Bliss Ready 700x33mm

REAR TIRE
Tracer Pro 2Bliss Ready 700x33mm

INNER TUBES
Presta valve 48mm

*Specifications are subject to change without notice