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In our comparison, not currently a pick
Specialized Crux 5 Comp Carbon 28" gravel bike
€4,490at Bike-Components
Carbon · SRAM Rival XPLR AXS 13-speed · hydraulic disc · 8.89 kg
Buy at Bike-ComponentsWhere it stands
Not in stock in any size · 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 · €4,000 – €4,500
- Mondraker ARID CARBON RR 2025 at BikeExchange€4,500Force XPLR AXS instead of Rival XPLR AXS, good carbon rather than unidentified wheels, includes a power meter.
What you get
- Frame
- Carbon Specialized FACT 10r Carbon
- Drivetrain
- SRAM Rival XPLR AXS, 13-speed, electronic
- Wheels
- model not recognised: DT Swiss G500 TLR, Specialized CL Naben
- Brakes
- Hydraulic disc
- Weight
- 8.89 kg as published
- Power meter
- No
- Wheel size
- 28"
- Tyres
- Specialized Pathfinder 700x45C
The compromises
- Wheels not identified from the listing, so we scored them level with basic aluminium rather than guess.
- No power meter, which many bikes at this price include.
Your size
What Bike-Components lists, and what it has today
XSsold out
Ssold out
Msold out
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
€4,490 at every one of our 21 checks since 4 Sept.
Every check
| Checked | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| 04/09/2026, 11:26:38 | €4,490 | out of stock |
| 04/09/2026, 16:09:11 | €4,490 | out of stock |
| 04/09/2026, 22:50:46 | €4,490 | out of stock |
| 05/09/2026, 07:08:33 | €4,490 | out of stock |
| 05/09/2026, 15:33:45 | €4,490 | out of stock |
| 06/09/2026, 07:43:50 | €4,490 | out of stock |
| 07/09/2026, 08:51:00 | €4,490 | out of stock |
| 08/09/2026, 08:11:21 | €4,490 | out of stock |
| 09/09/2026, 11:34:11 | €4,490 | out of stock |
| 10/09/2026, 08:10:06 | €4,490 | out of stock |
| 11/09/2026, 08:16:37 | €4,490 | out of stock |
| 12/09/2026, 08:14:49 | €4,490 | out of stock |
| 13/09/2026, 08:11:38 | €4,490 | out of stock |
| 14/09/2026, 08:08:08 | €4,490 | out of stock |
| 15/09/2026, 08:13:55 | €4,490 | out of stock |
| 16/09/2026, 08:09:24 | €4,490 | out of stock |
| 16/09/2026, 12:17:13 | €4,490 | out of stock |
| 16/09/2026, 22:00:49 | €4,490 | out of stock |
| 17/09/2026, 08:42:23 | €4,490 | out of stock |
| 18/09/2026, 08:36:22 | €4,490 | out of stock |
| 19/09/2026, 08:35:44 | €4,490 | out of stock |
How sure we are
We read 6 of 7 key facts off Bike-Components's page; not stated: wheels. 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 Wheel Tyre | Specialized Pathfinder 700x45C |
| Chain | SRAM Rival AXS |
| Brakes | SRAM Rival AXS, hydraulic |
| Frame | Specialized FACT 10r Carbon |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB BSA 68 Wide |
| Cassette | SRAM Rival XPLR, 10-46 T, 13 speed |
| Rear Wheel Tyre | Specialized Pathfinder 700x45C |
| Crankset | SRAM Rival XPLR, 40 Teeth |
| Seatpost | Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL8, Carbon, Setback: 15 mm |
| Saddle | Specialized Body Geometry Power Sport with Steel Rails |
| Pedals | without |
| Shift/Brake Lever | SRAM Rival AXS |
| Derailleur | SRAM Rival XPLR AXS, 13-speed |
| Front Derailleur | without |
| 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 | Specialized Adventure Gear |
| Stem | Specialized Roval Rapide |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss G500 TLR, Specialized CL Naben |
| Fork | Specialized S-Works |
| 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 |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 278 mm | 280 mm |
| Seat Tube Length | 445 mm | 456 mm | 473 mm | 497 mm | 515 mm | 545 mm |
| Drop Bar Width | 38 cm | 40 cm | 42 cm |
| Stem Length | 70 mm | 80 mm | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Frame Size | 49 cm | 52 cm | 54 cm | 56 cm | 58 cm | 61 cm |
| Effective Top Tube Length | 512 mm | 534 mm | 543 mm | 566 mm | 583 mm | 603 mm |
| Weight | 8.89 kg |
The shop's feature list
- Crux 5 Comp Carbon 28" gravel bike by Specialized – High-Performance Gravel Riding The Crux 5 Comp Carbon 28" gravel bike from Specialized is designed for gravel adventures, equipped with the SRAM Rival AXS drivetrain to give you smooth, precise shifting on any terrain. Its lightweight Specialized FACT 10r Carbon frame and carbon fork provide excellent stiffness and responsiveness, making every ride efficient and enjoyable. The bike features a 13-speed SRAM Rival XPLR cassette with a wide 10-46T range, perfect for conquering steep climbs and fast descents. Hydraulic SRAM Rival AXS brakes ensure reliable stopping power in all conditions, while the Specialized Pathfinder 700x45C tires offer great grip and comfort on rough gravel paths. The Specialized Body Geometry Power Sport saddle with steel rails and the aero form seatpost provide comfort and support for long rides. The SRAM DUB BSA 68 Wide bottom bracket and 40-tooth SRAM Rival XPLR crankset deliver solid pedaling performance. This versatile gravel bike is suitable for both women and men who want a reliable and capable ride for their off-road explorations. Get ready to tackle your next gravel route with confidence and style.