How much does the Specialized Crux DSW weigh?<\/h2>A 56cm frameset weighs 1.98kg. – Specialized<\/figcaption><\/figure>Specialized claims the Crux DSW frame weighs 1,399g in a size 56cm.<\/p>
Specialized pairs the frame with the S-Works Crux’s carbon fork bringing the frameset weight to 1.98kg.<\/p>
Specialized says a complete Crux DSW build weighs 9.37kg. <\/p>
For comparison, Trek claims its \u00a33,000 Checkpoint ALR 5 is 9.86kg in a size 56cm. Merida\u2019s Silex 700 weighs a claimed 10.14kg while Canyon\u2019s Grizl 7 is heavier still at 10.68kg.<\/p>
What is DSW?<\/h2>![\"Graphic](\"https:\/\/c02.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/06\/Specialized-Crux-DSW-09-scaled.jpg\")
Specialized’s latest Crux carries the D’Aluisio Smartweld name. – Specialized<\/figcaption><\/figure>As with several alloy bikes from Specialized, such as the Allez<\/a> and Diverge, the new Crux carries the D\u2019Aluisio Smartweld (DSW) name. <\/p>According to Specialized, this patented method for welding a bike frame is why the Crux \u201cis more than the lightest alloy gravel bike in the world.\u201d<\/p>
Specialized says DSW helps create a “unique single-piece downtube and bottom bracket for the Crux DSW.” This, it claims, saves weight while simultaneously increasing responsiveness.<\/p>
The DSW method sees Specialized hydroform the tube shapes with what it says are precisely matched joints. This allows the tubes to intersect \u201cwithout any old-fashioned mitring or fudging.\u201d<\/p>![\"Graphic](\"https:\/\/c02.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/06\/Specialized-Crux-DSW-13-scaled.jpg\")
DSW welding is said to be stronger than the welding used on ‘traditional’ alloy frames. – Specialized<\/figcaption><\/figure>Specialized says that focusing the material needs towards the high-stress weld areas leads to \u201cstronger welds and, ultimately, a lighter frame that can be twice as durable as a traditional alloy frame.\u201d<\/p>
After the 2021 Crux moved away from its cyclocross<\/a> roots to cater for the burgeoning gravel bike<\/a> market, fans of the Californian brand were left with one fewer alloy options.<\/p>Alloy is often associated with lower prices and many riders, from recreational cyclists to keen racers, favour alloy for its value credentials.<\/p>
Tried and tested features<\/h2>![\"Three](\"https:\/\/c02.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/06\/ROAD-8280_CruxDSW_Social_Experience_06-scaled.jpg\")
The bike shares many features with the carbon Crux. – Specialized<\/figcaption><\/figure>While many alloy gravel bikes<\/a>, such as the Trek Checkpoint<\/a> and Canyon Grizl<\/a>, are aimed slightly more towards adventure riding, Specialized has stuck with the Crux\u2019s lightweight race bike ethos.<\/p>The DSW design carries several features from the carbon Crux, such as the singular additional cage mount at the base of the down tube.<\/p>
Tyre clearance remains unchanged with the frameset boasting clearance for 700x47c or 650×2.1in gravel tyres<\/a>. This matches the Diverge STR<\/a>, Specialized\u2019s dedicated adventure machine.<\/p>As with the carbon Crux, the tube shapes are slightly ovalised, prioritising low weight over any aero optimisation.<\/p>
A feature found on many of Specialized\u2019s more affordable bikes is a fork from a much more expensive bike. This is the case with the Crux DSW as its Fact 12r carbon fork is the one you\u2019ll find on the \u00a311,300 S-Works Crux<\/a>.<\/p>Geometry<\/h2>![\"Person](\"https:\/\/c02.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/06\/ROAD-8280_CruxDSW_Social_Experience_16-scaled.jpg\")
The Crux DSW has the same geometry as its carbon equivalent. – Specialized<\/figcaption><\/figure>The Specialized Crux DSW also has the same geometry as the carbon Crux.<\/p>
Specialized made the Crux longer in 2021, taking the bike from a nippy cyclocross racer to a more stable gravel platform.<\/p>
A 56cm Crux DSW has a 397mm reach and a 378mm stack. Specialized also continues with a 72mm bottom bracket drop (on all but the two smallest sizes) to aid stability.<\/p>
Pricing and availability<\/h2>![\"Specialized](\"https:\/\/c02.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/06\/Specialized-Crux-DSW-05-scaled.jpg\")
There is one build available at launch. – Specialized<\/figcaption><\/figure>Currently, the Crux DSW is available in one complete build only, alongside a frameset.<\/p>
Specialized claims the Crux DSW frame weighs 1,399g in a size 56cm.<\/p>
Specialized pairs the frame with the S-Works Crux’s carbon fork bringing the frameset weight to 1.98kg.<\/p>
Specialized says a complete Crux DSW build weighs 9.37kg. <\/p>
For comparison, Trek claims its \u00a33,000 Checkpoint ALR 5 is 9.86kg in a size 56cm. Merida\u2019s Silex 700 weighs a claimed 10.14kg while Canyon\u2019s Grizl 7 is heavier still at 10.68kg.<\/p>
What is DSW?<\/h2>Specialized’s latest Crux carries the D’Aluisio Smartweld name. – Specialized<\/figcaption><\/figure>As with several alloy bikes from Specialized, such as the Allez<\/a> and Diverge, the new Crux carries the D\u2019Aluisio Smartweld (DSW) name. <\/p>According to Specialized, this patented method for welding a bike frame is why the Crux \u201cis more than the lightest alloy gravel bike in the world.\u201d<\/p>
Specialized says DSW helps create a “unique single-piece downtube and bottom bracket for the Crux DSW.” This, it claims, saves weight while simultaneously increasing responsiveness.<\/p>
The DSW method sees Specialized hydroform the tube shapes with what it says are precisely matched joints. This allows the tubes to intersect \u201cwithout any old-fashioned mitring or fudging.\u201d<\/p>DSW welding is said to be stronger than the welding used on ‘traditional’ alloy frames. – Specialized<\/figcaption><\/figure>Specialized says that focusing the material needs towards the high-stress weld areas leads to \u201cstronger welds and, ultimately, a lighter frame that can be twice as durable as a traditional alloy frame.\u201d<\/p>
After the 2021 Crux moved away from its cyclocross<\/a> roots to cater for the burgeoning gravel bike<\/a> market, fans of the Californian brand were left with one fewer alloy options.<\/p>Alloy is often associated with lower prices and many riders, from recreational cyclists to keen racers, favour alloy for its value credentials.<\/p>
Tried and tested features<\/h2>The bike shares many features with the carbon Crux. – Specialized<\/figcaption><\/figure>While many alloy gravel bikes<\/a>, such as the Trek Checkpoint<\/a> and Canyon Grizl<\/a>, are aimed slightly more towards adventure riding, Specialized has stuck with the Crux\u2019s lightweight race bike ethos.<\/p>The DSW design carries several features from the carbon Crux, such as the singular additional cage mount at the base of the down tube.<\/p>
Tyre clearance remains unchanged with the frameset boasting clearance for 700x47c or 650×2.1in gravel tyres<\/a>. This matches the Diverge STR<\/a>, Specialized\u2019s dedicated adventure machine.<\/p>As with the carbon Crux, the tube shapes are slightly ovalised, prioritising low weight over any aero optimisation.<\/p>
A feature found on many of Specialized\u2019s more affordable bikes is a fork from a much more expensive bike. This is the case with the Crux DSW as its Fact 12r carbon fork is the one you\u2019ll find on the \u00a311,300 S-Works Crux<\/a>.<\/p>Geometry<\/h2>The Crux DSW has the same geometry as its carbon equivalent. – Specialized<\/figcaption><\/figure>The Specialized Crux DSW also has the same geometry as the carbon Crux.<\/p>
Specialized made the Crux longer in 2021, taking the bike from a nippy cyclocross racer to a more stable gravel platform.<\/p>
A 56cm Crux DSW has a 397mm reach and a 378mm stack. Specialized also continues with a 72mm bottom bracket drop (on all but the two smallest sizes) to aid stability.<\/p>
Pricing and availability<\/h2>There is one build available at launch. – Specialized<\/figcaption><\/figure>Currently, the Crux DSW is available in one complete build only, alongside a frameset.<\/p>
As with several alloy bikes from Specialized, such as the Allez<\/a> and Diverge, the new Crux carries the D\u2019Aluisio Smartweld (DSW) name. <\/p> According to Specialized, this patented method for welding a bike frame is why the Crux \u201cis more than the lightest alloy gravel bike in the world.\u201d<\/p> Specialized says DSW helps create a “unique single-piece downtube and bottom bracket for the Crux DSW.” This, it claims, saves weight while simultaneously increasing responsiveness.<\/p> The DSW method sees Specialized hydroform the tube shapes with what it says are precisely matched joints. This allows the tubes to intersect \u201cwithout any old-fashioned mitring or fudging.\u201d<\/p> Specialized says that focusing the material needs towards the high-stress weld areas leads to \u201cstronger welds and, ultimately, a lighter frame that can be twice as durable as a traditional alloy frame.\u201d<\/p> After the 2021 Crux moved away from its cyclocross<\/a> roots to cater for the burgeoning gravel bike<\/a> market, fans of the Californian brand were left with one fewer alloy options.<\/p> Alloy is often associated with lower prices and many riders, from recreational cyclists to keen racers, favour alloy for its value credentials.<\/p> While many alloy gravel bikes<\/a>, such as the Trek Checkpoint<\/a> and Canyon Grizl<\/a>, are aimed slightly more towards adventure riding, Specialized has stuck with the Crux\u2019s lightweight race bike ethos.<\/p> The DSW design carries several features from the carbon Crux, such as the singular additional cage mount at the base of the down tube.<\/p> Tyre clearance remains unchanged with the frameset boasting clearance for 700x47c or 650×2.1in gravel tyres<\/a>. This matches the Diverge STR<\/a>, Specialized\u2019s dedicated adventure machine.<\/p> As with the carbon Crux, the tube shapes are slightly ovalised, prioritising low weight over any aero optimisation.<\/p> A feature found on many of Specialized\u2019s more affordable bikes is a fork from a much more expensive bike. This is the case with the Crux DSW as its Fact 12r carbon fork is the one you\u2019ll find on the \u00a311,300 S-Works Crux<\/a>.<\/p> The Specialized Crux DSW also has the same geometry as the carbon Crux.<\/p> Specialized made the Crux longer in 2021, taking the bike from a nippy cyclocross racer to a more stable gravel platform.<\/p> A 56cm Crux DSW has a 397mm reach and a 378mm stack. Specialized also continues with a 72mm bottom bracket drop (on all but the two smallest sizes) to aid stability.<\/p> Currently, the Crux DSW is available in one complete build only, alongside a frameset.<\/p>Tried and tested features<\/h2>
Geometry<\/h2>
Pricing and availability<\/h2>
![\"Specialized](\"https:\/\/c02.purpledshub.com\/uploads\/sites\/39\/2024\/06\/Specialized-Crux-DSW-02.jpg\")