Specialized 2023 S-Works CruX Frameset

When we set out to design a new 'cross rig, we didn't just want to make another adventure bike with added tire clearance—we knew we had to create a purebred racing steed that was fast, confident, lightweight, and rides like no other 'cross bike out there. 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.
- Starting with the frame, we implemented our Rider-First Engineered™ technology that was first introduced on our Tarmacs. Using size-specific tubes and layups, this technology allows the CruX to feature the same ride characteristics across every size in the range. Not only this, but it also allowed us to significantly drop the frame weight, so the CruX now comes in around a scant 900 grams for a 56cm ( dependent on frame size and color)—over 400 grams lighter than the previous frameset. A light and stiff frame, alone, isn't useful in a 'cross race if it isn't compliant, however, which is why the new CruX also combines stiffness and compliance in all the right places. And to assist with the latter, we lowered the seat collar by two centimeters for more exposed seatpost and cushion for big hits.

- We also know that cyclocross races are often won in the corners and over the barriers, which is why the CruX geometry takes this into account. The top tube has been designed for easy shouldering when you're hopping off to clear barriers, as it features a large opening to the front triangle and a flat bottom.

- For stability in the corners and on off-camber sections, the geometry has a low bottom bracket and a sharp front-end. This combination also helps to initiate corners, regardless of the terrain.

With maximum mud-shedding ability in mind, we included eight millimeters of clearance on all sides of a 33mm tire, providing plenty of clearance for muddy conditions. After all, frame weight becomes irrelevant when it's covered in 10 pounds of mud. Specifications

Frame

Colour: Gloss Birch Red Gold Pearl Speckle/Red Gold
Frame: S-Works Crux FACT 12r Carbon, Rider First Engineered™, Threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
Fork: S-Works FACT Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
Seatpost: OC028-1,2021 Project 300,12MM OFFSET;FS
Sizing Guide 49 52 54 56 58 61 BB Drop 74 74 72 72 72 72 BB Height 284 284 286 286 286 286 Bike Standover Height 749 772 794 816 841 866 Chainstay Length 425 425 425 425 425 425 Fork Length, Full 401 401 401 401 401 401 Fork Rake/Offset 50 50 50 50 50 50 Front Center 594 600 608 618 630 644 Head Tube Angle 70.5 71.25 71.5 72 72.25 72.5 Head Tube Length 100 115 130 147 167 190 Reach 375 382 388 397 405 415 Seat Tube Angle 75.5 74 74 73.5 73.5 73.5 Seat Tube Length 466 496 521 546 576 606 Stack 530 547 560 578 598 621 Top Tube Length, Horizontal 512 539 549 568 582 599 Trail 74 69 67 64 62 60 Wheelbase 1008 1014 1023 1033 1045 1059