Crux DSW Comp
OverviewAbout the Specialized Crux DSW Comp
The Specialized Crux DSW Comp is a gravel bike, built on a aluminium 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
- Model year
- 2027
- Category
- Gravel
- Frame
- Aluminium
- Wheel size
- 700c
- Drivetrain
- SRAM Apex XPLR 1x12
- Brakes
- Disc
- Frame sizes
- 49, 52, 54, 56, 58, 61
- Price
- $3,500, RRP AUD (Specialized Australia, checked 17 Oct 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 DUB Wide, 40t
- Chainrings
- 40
- Cassette
- SRAM APEX XPLR, 12sp, 11-44T
- Rear derailleur
- SRAM Apex XPLR, mechanical, 12-speed
- Brakes
- SRAM Apex, hydraulic disc
- Wheelset
- DT Swiss G500 rim, 26mm internal width, tubeless ready, 24h, Specialized full sealed bearing thru axle hub, centerlock disc
- Rim internal width
- 26 mm
- Stock tyre
- 700x45c
- Max tyre clearance
- 47 mm
- Tubeless
- Yes
- Fork material
- Carbon
- BB standard
- SRAM DUB BSA 68 Wide
- Thru-axle
- 12x100mm front
- Seatpost
- Alloy 2-bolt, 12mm offset, 27.2mm
- Cockpit
- Specialized, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise / Specialized Adventure Gear, 118.9mm drop x 70mm reach x 12o 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 Australia product page 4295562 (spec list and geometry chart)), verified 2026-10-17. This is a specification analysis, not a physical ride review.
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