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2026 Colnago G4-X vs 2026 Specialized Crux Comp Shimano

The 49 is the Specialized Crux Comp Shimano size closest to your 450 Colnago G4-X. 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 Shimano

Compared with the Colnago G4-X in 450, the Specialized Crux Comp Shimano in 49 places the top of the head tube 5 mm lower and 4 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket.

Frame stack
−5 mm
Lower front end
Frame reach
+4 mm
Longer frame reach
Wheelbase
n/a
One of the bikes has no number for this
Head angle
−0.5°
Slacker: calmer steering
Chainstays
−5 mm
Shorter: livelier

The two frames

We can't draw these frames yet. The Colnago G4-X numbers we have for size 450 are missing the wheelbase. The numbers below still compare.

Geometry side by side

MeasurementColnago G4-X 450Specialized Crux Comp Shimano 49Difference
Reach371375+4 mm
Stack535530−5 mm
Head tube angle7170.5−0.5°
Seat tube angle7475.5+1.5°
Chainstay length430425−5 mm
BB drop7274+2 mm
Fork length406not listed
Effective top tubenot listed512
Wheelbasenot listed1008
Head tube lengthnot listed100

Differences are the Specialized Crux Comp Shimano minus the Colnago G4-X. Full charts: 2026 Colnago G4-X, 2026 Specialized Crux Comp Shimano.

Where each sits in its class

Colnago G4-XSpecialized Crux Comp Shimano

AggressivePositionUpright
CalmSteeringQuick
PlayfulBalancePlanted

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.

PartColnago G4-XShimano GRX 822 1xSpecialized Crux Comp ShimanoComp Shimano GRX
FrameColnago G4-XSpecialized Crux FACT 10r Carbon
ShifterShimano GRX RX822 GRX 822Shimano GRX RX820 820
DerailleurShimano RD-RX822-SGS GRX 822, Shimano GRX RX820Shimano GRX RX822-GS
CassetteShimano GRXShimano XT
ChainShimano GRXShimano XT M8100
CranksetShimano GRXShimano GRX RX820
ChainringShimano GRXShimano GRX RX820
Bottom bracketSRAM DUB T47Shimano BB
WheelsetFulcrum Lite ERDT Swiss G540
TirePirelli Cinturato GravelSpecialized Pathfinder Pro 2BR
BrakeShimano GRX GRX 822Shimano GRX RX820
RotorShimano GRXShimano 180mm CenterLock
HandlebarDeda Gravel 100Specialized Adventure Gear
StemDeda StemSpecialized 3D-forged alloy
GripsDeda Gripsnot listed
HeadsetDeda Headsetnot listed
SeatpostDeda SeatpostRoval Terra Carbon
SaddleNovus Boost Evo SuperflowSpecialized Body Geometry Power Sport
Bottle cageColnago Matt Blacknot listed
Forknot listedSpecialized FACT carbon

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