Specialized Crux Elite 2017

The entire range is disc only as well there is no provision for cantilever rim brakes in this range.

Specialized crux elite 2017. Specialized gave the carbon models within the crux family a subtle yet significant makeover for 2016 model year. Last year we heard from early customers that specialized had some something a little different with their crux cyclocross bikes. The bike shop enid. The 2016 model year bikes were the first to get thru axles but they used the scs short chainstay system to help maintain proper chainline while keeping the chainstay appropriately short for a race bike and cramming disc brakes all into a road standard 130mm axle.

The specialized crux expert x1 is an all carbon cyclocross bike with sram force 1 single ring mechanicals and hydraulic disc brakes. 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. This crux elite comes spec d with a reliable sram rival 1 hydraulic disc groupset tough dt r470 disc wheels and 2bliss ready 700x33mm tracer pro tires that hookup over nasty terrain. Compared to the previous version the new bike has a 4mm longer top tube and 1mm more fork rake the former giving a racier fit and the latter increasing the trail how far the tyre patch trails behind the steering axis for increased stability.

With amazing acceleration and brilliant handling the new crux is the epitome of cross racing. Specialized sequoia elite 2018. And when it comes to bikes this is especially true. It s no secret that cross doesn t play favorites out on the course only the strong survive.

The geometry of the crux is race focused too and this is an area where my riding highlights that specialized has got the numbers and angles just right. The crux elite x1 boasts front and rear thru axles and a solid component spec but. 2018 specialized crux elite 1x review. Montgomery cyclery westchester w es t ch es ter.

The 2017 specialized crux elite x1 gloss rocket red tarmac black monster green buy bikes online enquire or visit your local specialized concept store today. October 9 2017 at 6 00 am. That s why our crux elite x1 was built to deliver a no nonsense approach to the discipline. In store specialized cyclocross bikes.

Specialized crux e5 sport 2017. Specialized has released details of its 2017 crux cyclocross range on its website and the big news is a switch to standard 142x12mm thru axle price drops and an expanded carbon range.