2021 Specialized Crux vs 2021 Cannondale SuperX
The 56 is the Cannondale SuperX size closest to your 54 Specialized Crux. 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 Cannondale SuperX
Compared with the Specialized Crux in 54, the Cannondale SuperX in 56 places the top of the head tube 9 mm higher and 3 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 14 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +9 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +3 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +14 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −3 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Specialized Crux, 54Cannondale SuperX, 56Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Crux 54 | Cannondale SuperX 56 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 382mm | 385 | +3 mm |
| Stack | 566mm | 575 | +9 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.5° | 71 | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5 | ±0.0° |
| Chainstay length | 425mm | 422 | −3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1020mm | 1034 | +14 mm |
| BB drop | 69mm | 69 | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 283.5mm | 281 | −3 mm |
| Standover | 808.5mm | 822 | +14 mm |
| Seat tube length | 530mm | 546 | +16 mm |
| Fork length | 400mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 140mm | 153 | +13 mm |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 555 |
Differences are the Cannondale SuperX minus the Specialized Crux. Full charts: 2021 Specialized Crux, 2021 Cannondale SuperX.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized CruxCannondale SuperX
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 | Specialized CruxCrux | Cannondale SuperX1 |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | SRAM Apex | Shimano GRX RX800 |
| Derailleur | SRAM Apex 1 | Shimano GRX RX800, Shimano GRX RX810 |
| Chain | KMC X11 Extra | KMC X11 |
| Crankset | Praxis Alba M30 | HollowGram |
| Bottom bracket | Praxis 6806 | Cannondale PressFit30 |
| Wheelset | Specialized AXIS Elite | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Tracer Sport | WTB Nano TCS |
| Brake | SRAM Rival 1 | Shimano GRX RX800 |
| Saddle | Specialized Power Sport | Fabric Scoop |
| Frame | not listed | Cannondale BallisTec |
| Fork | not listed | BallisTec |
| Cassette | not listed | Shimano 105 |
| Pedals | not listed | Not |
| Bar tape | not listed | Cannondale Tape |
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