2027 Specialized Crux 5 Expert Sram Force XPLR

Speed isn't just about peak numbers - it's about sustaining power and momentum deep into the race. Crux 5 delivers telepathic handling, instantaneous acceleration, and balanced compliance that reduces fatigue on the roughest courses.

Rider First Engineered and now with 55mm tyre clearance for unmatched traction and comfort, it preserves the legendary ride feel of Crux 4, while adding real aerodynamic performance.

Technical Specifications

Frameset

Frame

Crux 5 FACT 10r Carbon, Rider First Engineered™, Threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc, UDH dropout

Suspension

Fork

S-Works FACT Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc

Brakes

Front Brake

SRAM Force E1, hydraulic disc

Rear Brake

SRAM Force E1, hydraulic disc

Drivetrain

Shift Levers

SRAM Force AXS E1, hydraulic disc

Rear Derailleur

SRAM Force AXS E1 XPLR, 13-speed

Cassette

SRAM Force E1 XPLR, 13-speed, 10-46t

Chain

SRAM Force Flattop E1

Crankset

SRAM Force E1 XPLR, DUB Wide, 40t

Bottom Bracket

SRAM DUB BSA 68 Wide

Wheels & Tyres

Front Tyre

Pathfinder 700x45, Tubeless Ready

Front Wheel

Roval Terra C III, 27mm inner width carbon rim, tubeless ready, 25.5mm depth, DT 370 hub, 24h, Sapim D-Light spokes

Rear Tyre

Pathfinder 700x45, Tubeless Ready

Rear Wheel

Roval Terra C III, 27mm inner width carbon rim, tubeless ready, 25.5mm depth, DT 370 hub, 24h, Sapim D-Light spokes

Inner Tubes

700x32-50mm, 40mm Presta valve

Cockpit

Stem

Roval Rapide, alloy, 4 bolt, -6 degrees

Handlebars

Roval Terra, carbon, 103mm drop x 70mm reach x 12º flare

Tape

Supacaz Super Sticky Kush

Saddle

Body Geometry Power Expert

SeatPost

S-Works Tarmac SL8 Carbon seat post, FACT Carbon, 15mm offset

Seat Binder

Integrated Wedge

Weight

8.22 kg (18 lb, 2.0 oz)

Weight Size

56