2016 Specialized Diverge Elite Dsw Review

The diverge elite dsw has everything you need to start going farther than you ever thought possible. With its d aluisio smartweld technology e5 premium aluminum frame that increases stiffness while also improving compliance no road surface is off limits. Specialized s diverge was one of the first so called gravel bikes to take the mainstream by storm.

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Additionally its confident and stable handling in varying conditions along with the reliability of the shimano tiagra build make the.

2016 specialized diverge elite dsw review. Our test bike is from the 2016 model year. The specialized diverge elite dsw offers without doubt the best value to performance. For those on a tighter budget the 2017 gloss moto orange diverge elite dsw 1400 looks like a good. 2017 models will be available shortly meaning bargains from last year are sure to be found.

The a1 lacks the rear zertz insert has axis classic wheels and a claris groupset all retailing for 1000. Pricing for the entry level dsw is 1500 retail equipped with a tiagra groupset axis 3 0 wheels and dual zertz inserts. In fact we absolutely fell in love with last year s diverge comp it s built with the. Specialized diverge elite dsw vs a1 fight.

Additionally its confident and stable handling in varying conditions along with the reliability of the shimano tiagra build make the diverge elite dsw perfectly suited to take your explorations to the next level. Equipped with the updated tiagra 10 speed courtesy of shimano s trickle down effect the price drops in comparison to other models yet provides tried and true shimano shifting. This e5 premium aluminium frame is actually one of the most advanced aluminium bikes around only adding a couple of hundred grams to the carbon frames. The diverge elite is a great value at 1 499.

It s under half the price of the carbon offerings and you ll still get the same carbon fork with mid mounts. A note on 2016 2017 model years. Each year sees tweaks and changes. All of the performance and compliance of our carbon diverge in an e5 premium aluminium frame option.

The farther along i got into the course the more i appreciated what specialized had created.