2023 Specialized Crux Comp vs 2024 Colnago G3-X
The 49s is the Colnago G3-X size closest to your 52 Specialized Crux Comp. 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 Comp in 52, the Colnago G3-X in 49s places the top of the head tube 7 mm higher and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- +7 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- −2 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Head angle
- +0.3°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Only the Specialized Crux Comp is drawn. The Colnago G3-X numbers we have for size 49s are missing the wheelbase.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Crux Comp 52 | Colnago G3-X 49s | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 382mm | 380 | −2 mm |
| Stack | 547mm | 554 | +7 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.25° | 71.5 | +0.3° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74.0 | ±0.0° |
| Chainstay length | 425mm | 430 | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1014mm | not listed | |
| BB drop | 74mm | 70 | −4 mm |
| BB height | 284mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 772mm | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 496mm | not listed | |
| Fork length | 401mm | 409 | +8 mm |
| Head tube length | 115mm | 122 | +7 mm |
Differences are the Colnago G3-X minus the Specialized Crux Comp. Full charts: 2023 Specialized Crux Comp, 2024 Colnago G3-X.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Crux CompColnago 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 CompComp | Colnago G3-XColnago G3-X Rival AXS 1X Disc Bike |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized CruX FACT | Colnago G3-X |
| Fork | Specialized FACT 12R Carbon | not listed |
| Shifter | SRAM Rival | SRAM Rival |
| Derailleur | SRAM Rival 1 | SRAM Rival XPLR AXS |
| Chain | KMC X11 Extra | SRAM Rival |
| Crankset | SRAM Rival | SRAM Rival AXS |
| Chainring | SRAM Rival 1x | not listed |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss G540 | Fulcrum Rapid Red 900 |
| Tire | Specialized Pathfinder Pro 2BR | Pirelli Cinturato Gravel H |
| Brake | SRAM Rival | SRAM Rival AXS |
| Handlebar | Specialized Adventure Gear | Deda Manubrio |
| Seatpost | Roval Terra | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Power Sport | Prologo Kappa |
| Cassette | not listed | SRAM XG-1251 |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | SRAM DUB |
| Rotor | not listed | SRAM Paceline |
| Stem | not listed | Deda Attacco |
| Bar tape | not listed | Colnago Cork |
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