2025 SPECIALIZED CRUX DSW COMP
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The Crux DSW is more than the lightest alloy gravel bike ever made. We took everything we learned creating the carbon Crux and used our patented D’Aluisio Smartweld to make it a reality in alloy. We’ve created the most capable, nimble, balanced, and responsive alloy gravel bike ever made for fast, fun, high-performance riding. And yeah, it’s the lightest too. Some may call it a carbon copy, but we call it the Crux DSW.
Lightest Weight
At just 1399 grams*, the Crux DSW is the lightest alloy gravel frame in the world. Combine that with our Fact12r Crux carbon fork and a build curated for performance, and a complete Crux DSW tips the scales at 9.37kg—no alloy gravel bike can compete.
*56cm in the lightest colorway. Production frames will vary.
Most Capable
More clearance means more capability—that’s why the Crux DSW has the same tire clearance as its carbon sibling—47mm and up to 2.1” on a 650b wheel. Combine this with the tough and light alloy frame, and Crux DSW can take you anywhere you imagine at full gas.
Ultra-Responsive
Responsive at the pedals. Supple in the saddle. We’ve used D’Aluisio Smartweld to fine-tune the properties of alloy to deliver a ride previously impossible without carbon and combine it with the same performance gravel geometry and race-influenced fit as the carbon Crux. A longer reach delivers better weight distribution for quick, confident handling, while a lower stack creates a performance first position. At 72mm of bottom-bracket drop, we hit the sweet spot between nimble and stable.
D’Aluisio Smartweld
D’Aluisio Smartweld - or DSW - is a patented engineering process that uses hydroforming to precisely match tube-to-tube joints for better, stronger welds and, ultimately, a lighter frame that can be twice as durable as a traditional alloy frame. Our Smartweld technique helps us create a unique single-piece downtube and bottom bracket for the Crux, shaving weight and amplifying responsiveness.
- Lightest: 1399g Crux DSW Frame (raw, unpainted). We took everything we learned creating the carbon Crux and used our patented D’Aluisio Smartweld to make it a reality in alloy. *56cm in the lightest colorway. Production frames will vary.
- Capable: 47c/650b x 2.1” tire clearance. More clearance means more capability. With Diverge-level tire clearance, Crux takes you anywhere you can imagine.
- Responsive: Nimble, supple, and reactive. Responsive at the pedals. Supple in the saddle. With performance gravel geometry and race-influenced fit inspired by Crux’s iconic history in ‘cross.
- Seat Binder
- Specialized Alloy, 30.8mm
- Frame
- Specialized E5 Premium Aluminum Disc frame with D'Aluisio Smartweld Technology, hydroformed aluminum tubing, tapered head tube, threaded BB, UDH dropout
- Fork
- S-Works FACT Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
- Front Brake
- SRAM APEX, Hydraulic Disc
- Rear Brake
- SRAM APEX, Hydraulic Disc
- Chain
- SRAM CN APEX D1 12S 114LI
- Cassette
- SRAM PG 1231, XPLR, 11-44
- Bottom Bracket
- SRAM DUB BSA 68 Wide
- Crankset
- SRAM APEX XPLR, 40t
- Shift Levers
- SRAM APEX, 12sp
- Rear Derailleur
- SRAM APEX XPLR, Mechanical
- Chainrings
- 40t
- Front Wheel
- DT Swiss G540 rim, 24mm internal width, tubeless ready, 24h, Specialized full sealed bearing thru axle hub, centerlock disc, DT Swiss Champion 14G stainless steel spokes, DT Swiss brass nipples
- Rear Wheel
- DT Swiss G540 rim, 24mm internal width, tubeless ready, 24h, Specialized full sealed bearing thru axle hub, centerlock disc, DT Swiss Champion 14G stainless steel spokes, DT Swiss brass nipples
- Inner Tubes
- 48mm Presta Valve, 700X28-38
- Front Tire
- Pathfinder Pro 2BR, 700x38
- Rear Tire
- Pathfinder Pro 2BR, 700x38
- SeatPost
- Alloy, 2-bolt Clamp, 12mm offset, 27.2mm, anti-corrosion hardware
- Saddle
- Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
- Handlebars
- Specialized Adventure Gear, 118.9mm drop x 70mm reach x 12º flare
- Stem
- Specialized, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise
- Tape
- Supacaz Super Sticky Kush
- Product ID
- 221802
- Weight Size
- 56
- Weight
- 9.37kg (20 lb, 10.5 oz)
I've ordered a bike for pickup. Will it be assembled?
Absolutely! We take care of all the assembly work for you. Our experienced mechanics ensure that every bike is fully assembled and goes through a safety check before it's ready for you to collect. So, if you'd like, you can even ride it home from the shop right away!
Just a small note: a few bikes might not come with pedals included, so you might need to buy those separately. If you have any doubts or questions, feel free to ask us!
When will I get my order?
We strive to process and dispatch parts orders promptly. If we receive your order by 12 pm from Monday to Friday, we aim to have it shipped out on the same day. However, during peak sales or exceptionally busy periods, there might be delays.
Once your order is on its way, you will receive tracking information from our carriers, which will allow you to monitor the delivery progress.
For more specific estimated delivery times, we recommend visiting our carrier's website.
If you need further information or have specific shipping inquiries, please refer to our Shipping Policy or get in touch with our customer support team for additional details.
Can you ship a bike to me?
Certainly! We offer bike shipping directly to your home. When your bike arrives, it will come fully assembled, although some basic mechanical skills and tools may be needed for the final adjustments.
If you're unsure about assembling the bike yourself, we highly recommend seeking assistance from a local bicycle mechanic. Please note that if you choose to have a third party assemble or inspect your bike, any additional fees incurred will be at your own expense.
Our goal is to ensure that you receive your bike in the best condition possible, and we're here to support you throughout the process. If you have any questions or concerns about the shipping or assembly, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.
Can you post overseas?
We're sorry, but we are unable to ship our products overseas. Our shipping services are limited to within our own country, and we do not facilitate shipments to international destinations.