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In our comparison, not currently a pick
Specialized Crux 5 Expert AXS Carbon 28" gravel bike
€6,990at Bike-Components
Carbon · SRAM Force XPLR AXS 13-speed · hydraulic disc · carbon wheels · 8.22 kg
Buy at Bike-ComponentsWhere it stands
In stock in XS, S and M · price read 08:35 today · unchanged since the last check
Where it stands
Priced close to what German shops charge for this level of equipment, so it does not clear the margin we require before naming a pick.
Our pick · €5,000 and above
- Trek Checkmate SLR 7 AXS 2026 at Mount7€5,379EUR 1611 cheaper, same Force XPLR AXS drivetrain, good carbon rather than entry-level carbon wheels, includes a power meter.
What you get
- Frame
- Carbon Specialized FACT 10r Carbon
- Drivetrain
- SRAM Force XPLR AXS, 13-speed, electronic
- Wheels
- Carbon, entry-level carbon Specialized Roval Terra C, Hubs: DT for Roval 370, Tubeless Ready
- Brakes
- Hydraulic disc
- Weight
- 8.22 kg as published
- Power meter
- No
- Wheel size
- 28"
- Tyres
- Specialized Pathfinder 700x45C
The compromises
- No power meter, which many bikes at this price include.
Your size
What Bike-Components lists, and what it has today
XSin stock
Sin stock
Min stock
Lsold out
XLsold out
XXLsold out
This brand publishes no centimetre equivalence we can verify, so the bike appears only when you pick a letter size.
Where to buy
Bike-Components is the only one of the 22 shops we check that sells this bike.
Price so far
€6,990 at every one of our 21 checks since 4 Sept.
Every check
| Checked | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| 04/09/2026, 11:26:12 | €6,990 | in stock |
| 04/09/2026, 16:09:08 | €6,990 | in stock |
| 04/09/2026, 22:50:19 | €6,990 | in stock |
| 05/09/2026, 07:08:07 | €6,990 | in stock |
| 05/09/2026, 15:33:20 | €6,990 | in stock |
| 06/09/2026, 07:43:26 | €6,990 | in stock |
| 07/09/2026, 08:50:35 | €6,990 | in stock |
| 08/09/2026, 08:10:59 | €6,990 | in stock |
| 09/09/2026, 11:33:51 | €6,990 | in stock |
| 10/09/2026, 08:09:47 | €6,990 | in stock |
| 11/09/2026, 08:16:19 | €6,990 | in stock |
| 12/09/2026, 08:14:33 | €6,990 | in stock |
| 13/09/2026, 08:11:22 | €6,990 | in stock |
| 14/09/2026, 08:07:50 | €6,990 | in stock |
| 15/09/2026, 08:13:35 | €6,990 | in stock |
| 16/09/2026, 08:09:01 | €6,990 | in stock |
| 16/09/2026, 12:17:07 | €6,990 | in stock |
| 16/09/2026, 22:00:25 | €6,990 | in stock |
| 17/09/2026, 08:41:56 | €6,990 | in stock |
| 18/09/2026, 08:35:57 | €6,990 | in stock |
| 19/09/2026, 08:35:20 | €6,990 | in stock |
How sure we are
We read 7 of 7 key facts off Bike-Components's page. Anything we could not read is scored below the cheapest option, so a gap never flatters a bike.
Read 08:35 today. The full audit trail shows the source text behind every fact. Report a mistake
Full specification as published by Bike-Components
| Application | Gravel |
|---|---|
| Brake Type | disc |
| Frame material | Carbon |
| Fork material | Carbon |
| Gender | Women's, Men´s |
| Seatpost diameter | Aero form |
| Front Derailleur | without |
| Pedals | without |
| Brakes | SRAM Force, hydraulic |
| Chain | SRAM Force |
| Crankset | SRAM Force XPLR DUB Wide, 40 teeth |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB BSA 68 Wide |
| Frame | Specialized FACT 10r Carbon |
| Seatpost | Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL8, Carbon, Setback: 15 mm |
| Derailleur | SRAM Force XPLR AXS, 13-speed |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Power Expert |
| Cassette | SRAM Force, 10-46T, 13-speed |
| Front Wheel Tyre | Specialized Pathfinder 700x45C |
| Rear Wheel Tyre | Specialized Pathfinder 700x45C |
| Max. Fork Length | 401 mm |
| Wheel size | 28" |
| Crank Arm Length | 165,0 mm | 170,0 mm | 172,5 mm |
| Fork Offset | 51 mm |
| Handlebar | Roval Terra, Carbon |
| Wheelset | Specialized Roval Terra C, Hubs: DT for Roval 370, Tubeless Ready |
| Fork | Specialized S-Works |
| Stem | Specialized Roval Rapide |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 | 70.75 | 71 | 71.5 |
| Stack | 530 mm | 547 mm | 560 mm | 578 mm | 598 mm | 621 mm |
| Standover Height | 753 mm | 766 mm | 781 mm | 803 mm | 823 mm | 849 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1008 mm | 1016 mm | 1026 mm | 1039 mm | 1057 mm | 1078 mm |
| Reach | 375 mm | 382 mm | 388 mm | 400 mm | 412 mm | 425 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 425 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 | 74.5 | 74 |
| BB Drop | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm | 142 mm | 163 mm | 188 mm |
| Frame Size | 49 cm | 52 cm | 54 cm | 56 cm | 58 cm | 61 cm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 278 mm | 280 mm |
| Seat Tube Length | 445 mm | 456 mm | 473 mm | 497 mm | 515 mm | 545 mm |
| Stem Length | 70 mm | 80 mm | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Drop Bar Width | 38 cm | 40 cm | 42 cm |
| Effective Top Tube Length | 512 mm | 534 mm | 543 mm | 566 mm | 583 mm | 603 mm |
| Weight | 8.22 kg |
The shop's feature list
- Crux 5 Expert AXS Carbon 28" gravel bike by Specialized – High-performance Gravel Ride The Crux 5 Expert AXS Carbon 28" gravel bike from Specialized is designed for gravel riding, combining lightweight carbon frame technology with precision SRAM Force components. Its FACT 10r carbon frame and carbon fork provide a stiff yet comfortable ride, perfect for tackling rough terrain. Equipped with a 13-speed SRAM Force XPLR AXS drivetrain and a wide-range 10-46T cassette, you’ll enjoy smooth and reliable shifting across varied gradients. Hydraulic SRAM Force disc brakes ensure confident stopping power in all conditions. The Specialized Pathfinder 700x45C tires offer excellent grip and stability on loose surfaces, while the Body Geometry Power Expert saddle keeps you comfortable on long rides. The Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL8 carbon seatpost with 15 mm setback adds to the bike’s responsive handling. This gravel bike is suited for both men and women looking to explore off-road adventures with high-quality components and a race-ready setup. Pedals are not included, allowing you to choose your preferred style. Get ready to push your limits on every gravel path with the Crux 5 Expert AXS Carbon.