Crux DSW Comp SRAM Apex XPLR (2025)
OverviewAbout the Specialized Crux DSW Comp SRAM Apex XPLR (2025)
The Specialized Crux DSW Comp SRAM Apex XPLR (2025) is a gravel bike, built on a aluminium frame, listed at $4,000. A drop-bar all-road bike for gravel, dirt and mixed surfaces.
SizingWhat size Crux DSW Comp SRAM Apex XPLR (2025) do I need?
Enter your height to see the size we would start with.
| Size | Rider height | In feet |
|---|---|---|
| XS48 to 50 cm frame | 152 to 160 cm | 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in |
| S51 to 52 cm frame | 160 to 167 cm | 5 ft 3 in to 5 ft 6 in |
| M53 to 54 cm frame | 167 to 174 cm | 5 ft 6 in to 5 ft 9 in |
| ML55 to 56 cm frame | 174 to 181 cm | 5 ft 9 in to 5 ft 11 in |
| L57 to 58 cm frame | 181 to 188 cm | 5 ft 11 in to 6 ft 2 in |
| XL59 to 61 cm frame | 188 to 196 cm | 6 ft 2 in to 6 ft 5 in |
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
- 2025
- Category
- Gravel
- Frame
- Aluminium
- Wheel size
- 700c
- Drivetrain
- SRAM Apex XPLR
- Brakes
- Disc
- Frame sizes
- 49, 52, 54, 56, 58, 61
- Price
- $4,000, 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
Drivetrain & buildFull specification
- Groupset
- SRAM Apex XPLR
- Shifting
- Mechanical
- Drive
- 1x
- Crank
- SRAM APEX XPLR, 40t
- Chainrings
- 40
- Cassette
- SRAM PG 1231, XPLR, 11-44
- Rear derailleur
- SRAM APEX XPLR, Mechanical
- Brakes
- SRAM APEX, Hydraulic Disc
- Wheelset
- DT G540, Centerlock Disc, Tubeless Ready, 25mm internal width
- Rim internal width
- 25 mm
- Stock tyre
- 700x38c
- Tubeless
- Yes
- Fork material
- Carbon
- BB standard
- SRAM DUB BSA 68 Wide
- 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.
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 4221802 (spec list and geometry chart)), verified 2026-10-17. This is a specification analysis, not a physical ride review.
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