Crux DSW Comp
OverviewAbout the Specialized Crux DSW Comp
The Specialized Crux DSW Comp is a gravel bike, built on a carbon frame, listed at $3,500. A drop-bar all-road bike for gravel, dirt and mixed surfaces.
SizingWhat size Crux DSW Comp do I need?
Enter your height to see the size Specialized recommends.
| Size | Rider height | In feet |
|---|---|---|
| 49 | 155 to 158 cm | 5 ft 1 in to 5 ft 2 in |
| 52 | 163 to 168 cm | 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 6 in |
| 54 | 168 to 175 cm | 5 ft 6 in to 5 ft 9 in |
| 56 | 175 to 183 cm | 5 ft 9 in to 6 ft 0 in |
| 58 | 183 to 191 cm | 6 ft 0 in to 6 ft 3 in |
| 61 | 191 to 198 cm | 6 ft 3 in to 6 ft 6 in |
Rider heights from Specialized's size chart. Height is a starting point: arm and leg length, flexibility and riding style all matter, so a test ride beats any chart. How bike sizing works.
SpecificationsWhat we know
- Brand
- Specialized
- Category
- Gravel
- Frame
- Carbon
- Wheel size
- 700c
- Brakes
- Disc
- Frame sizes
- 49, 52, 54, 56, 58, 61
- Price
- $3,500, RRP AUD (Specialized Australia, checked 24 Sep 2026)
Specs and pricing are listed in AUD and sourced from Australian retail listings. Confirm the current details and availability with the seller before purchase.
GeometrySize 56
- Stack
- 578 mm
- Reach
- 397 mm
- Stack/reach
- 1.46
- Head angle
- 72 deg
- Seat angle
- 73.5 deg
- Wheelbase
- 1033 mm
- Chainstay
- 425 mm
- BB drop
- 72 mm
- Standover
- 816 mm
- Fork rake
- 50 mm
GearingRatios
Ratios are derived from the chainrings and cassette. They describe the gearing, not any rider's ability.
Drivetrain & buildFull specification
- Groupset
- SRAM Apex XPLR
- Shifting
- Mechanical
- Drive
- 1x
- Speeds
- 12
- Crank
- SRAM Apex XPLR
- Chainrings
- 40
- Cassette
- SRAM PG-1231 XPLR
- Rear derailleur
- SRAM Apex XPLR mechanical
- Brakes
- SRAM Apex hydraulic disc
- Wheelset
- DT G540 Centerlock tubeless ready
- Rim internal width
- 25 mm
- Stock tyre
- 700x38c
- Max tyre clearance
- 47 mm
- Tubeless
- Yes
- Fork material
- S-Works FACT carbon
- BB standard
- SRAM DUB BSA 68 threaded
- Thru-axle
- 12x100mm front
- Seatpost
- Alloy 2-bolt, 12mm offset, 27.2mm
- Cockpit
- Alloy stem 7deg, Adventure Gear bar 12deg flare
- Saddle
- Body Geometry Power Sport steel rails
- UDH
- Yes
Bike DNAWhat the numbers say
- Position
- Stack-to-reach 1.46 gives a balanced, endurance riding position.
- Steering
- A 72 deg head angle points to balanced steering.
- Climbing
- Lowest ratio 0.91 is a low climbing gear that still handles steep pitches.
Derived from the published geometry and gearing above. It describes the numbers, not a ride test.
BikeFinder Data Profile: geometry and specification researched from published sources (specialized.com product page + backfill 2026-09-27: excelsports.com), verified 2026-09-03. This is a specification analysis, not a physical ride review.
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