Specialized Crux 5

The all-new Specialized Crux 5. Built around a single metric — Time to Finish — the Crux 5 is the fastest gravel race bike Specialized has ever made, delivering up to 9:58 faster over the Unbound course than Crux 4.*

The S-Works frame weighs 789 grams. Tarmac SL8-derived tube shaping makes it 15.2 watts faster than Crux 4** — the most aerodynamic gravel race bike in Specialized's history. 55 mm tire clearance lets you run the right rubber for the course with no aero penalty. Rider-First Engineered across every size, 49–61 cm.

Five builds cover every level of gravel riding: the S-Works SRAM RED XPLR from 6.9 kg, the S-Level SRAM RED XPLR from 7.7 kg, the Expert with SRAM Force XPLR, the Comp with SRAM Rival XPLR, and the Sport with Shimano GRX 800. The S-Works frameset is also available for custom builds. Same platform, same geometry, scaled to fit your priorities.

To talk through sizing, spec, or model differences, book a Personal Bike Shopping appointment with our team. Limited stock has arrived in Vancouver and Victoria, with more incoming.

*Time savings for Sofia Gomez Villafañe vs. Crux 4, assuming the same course, conditions, and rider input as 2025 Unbound, at 45 kph. Results may vary by rider. **Vs. Crux 4 at 45 kph.