2024 Specialized Crux Pro vs 2026 Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR
The 480 is the Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR size closest to your 54 Specialized Crux Pro. 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 G4-X SRAM XPLR
Compared with the Specialized Crux Pro in 54, the Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR in 480 places the top of the head tube 6 mm lower and 8 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- −6 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −8 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
We can't draw these frames yet. The Specialized Crux Pro numbers we have for size 54 are missing the wheelbase. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Crux Pro 54 | Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR 480 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 388 | 380 | −8 mm |
| Stack | 560 | 554 | −6 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.5 | 71.5 | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74 | 74 | ±0.0° |
| Chainstay length | 425 | 430 | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | not listed | not listed | |
| BB drop | 72mm | 72 | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 286mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 794mm | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 521mm | not listed | |
| Fork length | 401mm | 406 | +5 mm |
| Head tube length | 130mm | not listed | |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 539 |
Differences are the Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR minus the Specialized Crux Pro. Full charts: 2024 Specialized Crux Pro, 2026 Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Crux ProColnago G4-X SRAM XPLR
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 ProPro | Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLRSRAM Force XPLR AXS 1x |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized CruX FACT | Colnago G4-X |
| Fork | Specialized FACT carbon | Colnago G4-X Carbon |
| Shifter | SRAM Force eTap AXS | SRAM Force |
| Derailleur | SRAM Force XPLR eTap AXS | SRAM RD-FRC Force |
| Cassette | SRAM XPLR | SRAM Force |
| Chain | SRAM Force | SRAM CN-FRC Force |
| Crankset | SRAM Force | SRAM DUB |
| Chainring | SRAM Force 1x | SRAM 40T |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB | SRAM DUB |
| Wheelset | Roval Terra CL | Vision SC45 |
| Tire | Pathfinder | Pirelli Cinturato Gravel |
| Brake | SRAM Force eTap AXS | SRAM Force |
| Handlebar | Roval Terra | Colnago CC.01 Wide |
| Stem | Specialized Pro SL | not listed |
| Seatpost | Roval Terra | Colnago Carbon D-Shape |
| Saddle | Specialized Power | Selle Italia Novus Boost Evo Superflow |
| Rotor | not listed | SRAM CenterLine XR |
| Grips | not listed | Colnago Grip Black |
| Headset | not listed | Acros 42x52x7 |
| Bottle cage | not listed | Colnago Matte Black |
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