2023 Cervélo Áspero XPLR eTap vs 2024 Specialized Crux Comp
The 49 is the Specialized Crux Comp size closest to your 48 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 48, the Specialized Crux Comp in 49 places the top of the head tube 23 mm higher and 5 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 18 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +23 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +5 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +18 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Cervélo Áspero XPLR eTap, 48Specialized Crux Comp, 49Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Cervélo Áspero XPLR eTap 48 | Specialized Crux Comp 49 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 370 | 375 | +5 mm |
| Stack | 505 | 528 | +23 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71 | 70.5 | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 74.5 | 75.5 | +1.0° |
| Effective top tube | 512 | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 420 | 425 | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 990 | 1008 | +18 mm |
| BB drop | 78.5 | 74 | −5 mm |
| Standover | 690 | 749 | +59 mm |
| Head tube length | 83 | 100 | +17 mm |
| BB height | not listed | 284 | |
| Seat tube length | not listed | 466 | |
| 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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