2023 Cervélo Áspero XPLR eTap vs 2024 Specialized Crux Comp
The 54 is the Specialized Crux Comp size closest to your 54 Cervélo Áspero XPLR eTap. 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 Comp
Compared with the Cervélo Áspero XPLR eTap in 54, the Specialized Crux Comp in 54 places the top of the head tube 5 mm higher and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- +5 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- ±0 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Only the Cervélo Áspero XPLR eTap is drawn. The Specialized Crux Comp numbers we have for size 54 are missing the wheelbase.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Cervélo Áspero XPLR eTap 54 | Specialized Crux Comp 54 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 388 | 388 | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 555 | 560 | +5 mm |
| Head tube angle | 72 | 71.5 | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 74 | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 553 | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 420 | 425 | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1010 | not listed | |
| BB drop | 76 | 72 | −4 mm |
| Standover | 764 | 794 | +30 mm |
| Head tube length | 133 | 130 | −3 mm |
| BB height | not listed | 286 | |
| Seat tube length | not listed | 521 | |
| Fork length | not listed | 401mm |
Differences are the Specialized Crux Comp minus the Cervélo Áspero XPLR eTap. Full charts: 2023 Cervélo Áspero XPLR eTap, 2024 Specialized Crux Comp.
Where each sits in its class
Cervélo Áspero XPLR eTapSpecialized Crux Comp
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 | Cervélo Áspero XPLR eTapRival XPLR eTap AXS 1 | Specialized Crux CompComp |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | Cervélo Aspero Fork | Specialized FACT carbon |
| Cassette | SRAM Rival XPLR | Shimano XT M8100 |
| Chain | SRAM Rival | Shimano XT M8100 |
| Tire | Panaracer Gravel King SK | Specialized Pathfinder Pro 2BR |
| Headset | FSA IS2 | not listed |
| Frame | not listed | Specialized CruX FACT |
| Shifter | not listed | Shimano GRX RX820 |
| Derailleur | not listed | Shimano GRX RX822-GS |
| Crankset | not listed | Shimano GRX RX820 |
| Chainring | not listed | Shimano GRX RX820 |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | Shimano GRX RX820 |
| Wheelset | not listed | DT Swiss G540 |
| Brake | not listed | Shimano GRX RX820 |
| Rotor | not listed | Shimano GRX RX820 |
| Handlebar | not listed | Specialized Adventure Gear |
| Stem | not listed | Specialized 3D-forged alloy |
| Seatpost | not listed | Roval Terra |
| Saddle | not listed | Specialized Power Sport |
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