2021 Cannondale SuperX vs 2021 Specialized Crux Pro
The 56.0 is the Specialized Crux Pro size closest to your 56 Cannondale SuperX. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Specialized Crux Pro
Compared with the Cannondale SuperX in 56, the Specialized Crux Pro in 56.0 places the top of the head tube 7 mm higher and 3 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 8 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- +7 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +3 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −8 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- +1.0°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +3 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Cannondale SuperX, 56Specialized Crux Pro, 56.0Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Cannondale SuperX 56 | Specialized Crux Pro 56.0 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 385 | 388mm | +3 mm |
| Stack | 575 | 582mm | +7 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71 | 72° | +1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 73.25° | −0.3° |
| Effective top tube | 555 | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 422 | 425mm | +3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1034 | 1026mm | −8 mm |
| BB drop | 69 | 69mm | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 281 | 283.5mm | +3 mm |
| Standover | 822 | 824.5mm | +3 mm |
| Seat tube length | 546 | 550mm | +4 mm |
| Head tube length | 153 | 155mm | +2 mm |
| Fork length | not listed | 400mm |
Differences are the Specialized Crux Pro minus the Cannondale SuperX. Full charts: 2021 Cannondale SuperX, 2021 Specialized Crux Pro.
Where each sits in its class
Cannondale SuperXSpecialized Crux Pro
Each bike is ranked against the other gravel bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Cannondale SuperX1 | Specialized Crux ProPro |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Cannondale BallisTec | not listed |
| Fork | BallisTec | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano GRX RX800 | SRAM Force eTap AXS |
| Derailleur | Shimano GRX RX800, Shimano GRX RX810 | SRAM Force eTAP AXS |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 | SRAM Force |
| Chain | KMC X11 | SRAM Force |
| Crankset | HollowGram | SRAM Force |
| Bottom bracket | Cannondale PressFit30 | SRAM DUB |
| Pedals | Not | not listed |
| Tire | WTB Nano TCS | Specialized Tracer Pro |
| Brake | Shimano GRX RX800 | SRAM Rival 1 |
| Bar tape | Cannondale Tape | not listed |
| Saddle | Fabric Scoop | Specialized Power |
| Wheelset | not listed | Roval Terra CL |
| Seatpost | not listed | Roval Terra |
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