2022 Specialized Crux Expert vs 2024 Colnago G3-X
The 52s is the Colnago G3-X size closest to your 56 Specialized Crux Expert. 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 Colnago G3-X
Compared with the Specialized Crux Expert in 56, the Colnago G3-X in 52s places the top of the head tube 5 mm lower and 7 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- −5 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −7 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +15 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Only the Specialized Crux Expert is drawn. The Colnago G3-X numbers we have for size 52s are missing the wheelbase.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Crux Expert 56 | Colnago G3-X 52s | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 397mm | 390 | −7 mm |
| Stack | 578mm | 573 | −5 mm |
| Head tube angle | 72° | 71.5 | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5 | ±0.0° |
| Chainstay length | 425mm | 440 | +15 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1033mm | not listed | |
| BB drop | 72mm | 70 | −2 mm |
| BB height | 286mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 816mm | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 546mm | not listed | |
| Fork length | 401mm | 409 | +8 mm |
| Head tube length | 147mm | 140 | −7 mm |
Differences are the Colnago G3-X minus the Specialized Crux Expert. Full charts: 2022 Specialized Crux Expert, 2024 Colnago G3-X.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Crux ExpertColnago G3-X
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 Crux ExpertExpert | Colnago G3-XColnago G3-X Rival AXS 1X Disc Bike |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized CruX FACT | Colnago G3-X |
| Fork | Specialized FACT carbon | not listed |
| Shifter | SRAM Rival eTAP AXS | SRAM Rival |
| Derailleur | SRAM Rival XPLR eTap AXS | SRAM Rival XPLR AXS |
| Cassette | SRAM XPLR | SRAM XG-1251 |
| Chain | SRAM Rival | SRAM Rival |
| Crankset | SRAM Rival | SRAM Rival AXS |
| Chainring | SRAM Rival 1x | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB | SRAM DUB |
| Wheelset | Roval Terra C | Fulcrum Rapid Red 900 |
| Tire | Specialized Pathfinder Pro 2BR | Pirelli Cinturato Gravel H |
| Brake | SRAM Rival eTap AXS | SRAM Rival AXS |
| Handlebar | Specialized Adventure Gear | Deda Manubrio |
| Stem | Specialized Pro SL | Deda Attacco |
| Seatpost | Roval Terra | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Power Expert | Prologo Kappa |
| Rotor | not listed | SRAM Paceline |
| Bar tape | not listed | Colnago Cork |
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