Specialized S-Works Crux
98/100
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Facts
Type
Release Year
Brand
Wheel Size
Number of Gears
Gearing Type
Weight
15.90, 15.98, 16.09 lb
Suspension
Brake Type
Frame Material
Summary of Reviews
We have read all expert and user reviews on the Specialized S-Works Crux. In summary, this is what cyclists think.
18 reasons to buy
- Reviewers say the S-Works Crux is immensely fun to ride, “addictive” and “lively”.
- Testers say the S-Works Crux rides and feels fast.
- Reviewers say the S-Works Crux is an excellent climber, thanks to its light weight.
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The S-Works Crux may use the lightest gravel frameset available, at 25.6 oz
(for a 56 cm frame).
- Testers report it’s great over gravel, cyclocross and singletrack, while also excelling on-road.
- The S-Works Crux receives Specialized’s highest-grade [FACT 12r] carbon layup.
- Testers say the New 2022 S-Works Crux still whips on cyclocross courses.
- SRAM’s Red XPLR eTap AXS groupset is hitched to a 40 t chainring, test riders say this provides a range that covers everything from technical climbs to fast flats.
- With SRAM Red hydraulic brakes, testers experienced powerful action and impressive modulation.
- Tire clearance is wide, allowing for rubber up to 700c × 47 mm or 650b × 2.1”...
- ...in addition to wide mud clearance around 33 mm cyclocross tires.
- Roval Terra CLX carbon wheels are light, compliant, and by rider reports, tough.
- Classic standards are used across the bike, making upgrades & repairs easier.
- Reviewers liked the comfort and flare of Roval Terra carbon handlebars.
- The S-Works Crux comes with a SRAM Red AXS power meter, that testers say is accurate, resilient and easy to set up.
- Supacaz Super Sticky Kush bar tape is plenty grippy.
- Roval’s 27.2 mm carbon seatpost provided reviewers with compliance, over gravel.
- Specialized’s Body Geometry S-Works Power saddle pleased certain tester posteriors.
5 reasons not to buy
- Testers say the S-Works Crux can feel sketchy on fast & rough descents.
- Pathfinder Pro tires corner questionably and are best-suited to dry conditions, according to reviewers.
- There’s a serious dearth of mounts, for cargo or fenders.
- Some testers say this bike can be fatiguing after all-day runs.
- Reviewers found Supacaz Super Sticky Kush bar tape to be a bit on the thin side.
Bottom line
Specialized’s cyclocross mainstay now does double-duty as a gravel race bike, and it’s one that caters to reckless riding at breakneck speeds. For testers, unique abilities were revealed on technical climbs, where riders needed to lift their bike to bunny-hop over rocks. Reviewers are struck by the Crux’s simplicity and Specialized’s adherence to classic componentry standards. From 15.9 lb complete, it’s ridiculously light. At the current RRP, it’s also preposterously pricey. Reviewers point most buyers to more affordable Crux models. Without cargo mounts, it isn’t destined for long bikepacking trips.Expert Reviews
89/100 based on 9 rated expert reviewsSpecialized S-Works Crux 2022
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