Specialized Diverge Carbon
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Summary of Reviews
We have read all expert and user reviews on the Specialized Diverge Carbon. In summary, this is what cyclists think.
12 reasons to buy
- The Diverge Carbon is available in two builds: Sport with FACT 8r carbon and Comp with FACT 9r carbon.
- Experts consider the Diverge a great all-around bike, one saying it’s among the most versatile gravel bikes on the market.
- Reviewers agree the Diverge is very comfortable, thanks to the Future Shock stem suspension, upright riding position, and carbon seatpost.
- Two reviewers praise the sharp and direct steering.
- Experts relish the stable, confidence-inspiring handling on descents and the impressive stability at speed.
- Testers find the Diverge Comp a comfortable and efficient climber.
- Both the adjustable Future Shock 2.0 suspension (Comp) and non-adjustable 1.5 (Sport) greatly improve rider comfort and enhance control on rough terrain, say experts.
- The Diverge Carbon has integrated down tube storage, eyelets for fenders and a rear rack, and multiple mounts for bottle cages and accessories, such as a top tube bag.
- The Diverge frame has clearance for 700c x 47mm tires or 650b x 2.1” tires.
- The frame has integrated down tube and chainstay protectors.
- Multiple reviewers find the Body Geometry Power Sport saddle exceptionally comfortable.
- Testers say the Sport Carbon's 2x12 gearing is great for rides with a mix of gravel and pavement.
7 reasons not to buy
- Experts say the 42mm Pathfinder Pro tires lack traction on loose or wet surfaces.
- A tester finds the front end can wander on steep off-road climbs.
- One reviewer suffers two broken spokes while testing the Diverge Comp.
- One tester complains that the wheelset is very heavy.
- The shape of the handlebars reduces the options for fitting standard light and computer mounts.
- The fork lacks a forward-facing eyelet for mounting a dynamo light.
- A reviewer says fitting a bottle cage to the SWAT compartment door is fiddly.
Bottom line
Specialized’s Diverge Carbon gravel bike comes in two builds: Sport (Shimano 2x) and Comp (SRAM 1x). The Comp has higher-grade carbon, wireless shifting, and the adjustable Future Shock 2.0. Experts applaud the Diverge Carbon's versatility, saying it’s well-suited to both gravel racing and bikepacking. Testers relish the efficient climbing, sharp steering, confident handling on fast descents, and overall comfort. The “super-effective” Future Shock suspension wins unanimous praise for enhancing ride comfort and improving control through rough gravel sections. The tires' limitations and heavy wheels disappoint, but overall, the Specialized Diverge Carbon is deemed an excellent do-it-all gravel machine.Expert Reviews
85/100 based on 3 rated expert reviews2021 Specialized Diverge Comp Carbon Review
Specialized Diverge Comp Carbon Review
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