Specialized launched the new CRUX 5 gravel bike this week. Top of the range: the S-Works. The lightest and fastest gravel bike ever made.

Aerodynamic performance has gone up considerably. In all areas. Frame, fork and seat post take 50% of the improvement, the Roval-Terra Aero wheels 30% and the Roval-Terra cockpit 20%. A complete aerodynamic package gaining a 15.2-watt reduction at 45 km/h as measured with a moving simulation in the Specialized Win Tunnel.

The new Crux 5 frame is the lightest in its kind, just 789 grams. It results in a total bike weight from only 6.9 kg. Impressive considering this is a gravel bike that would need sufficient structural integrity to battle severe road conditions.  Thanks to the application of Specialized’s bespoke Flow State Design, a technology first applied to the Aethos road bike.

In short, this is a fast-accelerating machine offering a balanced resilience, reducing fatigue on the roughest tracks. With a tyre clearance up to 55 mm for plenty of grip and comfort. The Crux 4 was far from a bad ride, but the new aerodynamics of the Crux 5 will bring your gravel experience to the next level. Up to you to live up to it.

Specifications S-Works Crux 5
Frame: S-Works Crux 5 FACT 12r Carbon, Rider First Engineered™
Fork: S-Works FACT Carbon
Drivetrain: SRAM RED AXS XPLR E1, 13-speed, power meter, 40t/10-46t, Ceramic Speed BB
Wheels: Roval Terra Aero CLX, 50/45 deep, Roval LF19-R hub with ceramic SINC bearings, composite aero spokes with Ti end pieces
Tyres: Pathfinder 700×45, tubeless ready
Cockpit: Roval Terra integrated cockpit
Seat post: S-Works Tarmac SL8 Carbon
Saddle: S-Works Power with Mirror
Colour: Silver Dust Frost

Weight: 7,1 kg

Price*: € 13.999 (frameset: € 5.799)

More information: www.specialized.com

*Manufacturer price, this could vary by country, pls check your local supplier

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