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2026 Specialized Crux Pro SRAM XPLR E1 vs 2026 Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR

The 480 is the Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR size closest to your 52 Specialized Crux Pro SRAM XPLR E1. 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 SRAM XPLR E1 in 52, the Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR in 480 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

2026 Specialized Crux Pro SRAM XPLR E1 (52)The Specialized Crux Pro SRAM XPLR E1 frame drawn to scale.J 1014

Only the Specialized Crux Pro SRAM XPLR E1 is drawn. The Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR numbers we have for size 480 are missing the wheelbase.

Geometry side by side

MeasurementSpecialized Crux Pro SRAM XPLR E1 52Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR 480Difference
Reach382380−2 mm
Stack547554+7 mm
Head tube angle71.2571.5+0.3°
Seat tube angle7474±0.0°
Effective top tube539539±0 mm
Chainstay length425430+5 mm
Wheelbase1014not listed
BB drop7472−2 mm
BB height284not listed
Standover772not listed
Seat tube length496not listed
Fork length401mm406+5 mm
Head tube length115not listed

Differences are the Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR minus the Specialized Crux Pro SRAM XPLR E1. Full charts: 2026 Specialized Crux Pro SRAM XPLR E1, 2026 Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR.

Where each sits in its class

Specialized Crux Pro SRAM XPLR E1Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR

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.

PartSpecialized Crux Pro SRAM XPLR E1Pro SRAM Force XPLR AXS E1Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLRSRAM Force XPLR AXS 1x
FrameSpecialized Crux FACTColnago G4-X
ForkSpecialized S-WorksColnago G4-X Carbon
ShifterSRAM Force AXS E1 HRDSRAM Force
DerailleurSRAM Force XPLR AXS E1SRAM RD-FRC Force
CassetteSRAM Force XPLR XG-1371SRAM Force
ChainSRAM Force E1SRAM CN-FRC Force
CranksetSRAM Force E1 XPLRSRAM DUB
ChainringSRAM 40SRAM 40T
Bottom bracketSRAM DUBSRAM DUB
WheelsetRoval Terra CLVision SC45
TireSpecialized PathfinderPirelli Cinturato Gravel
BrakeSRAM Force AXS E1SRAM Force
RotorSRAM 180mm CenterLockSRAM CenterLine XR
HandlebarRoval TerraColnago CC.01 Wide
StemSpecialized Pro SLnot listed
SeatpostRoval TerraColnago Carbon D-Shape
SaddleSpecialized Power Pro MirrorSelle Italia Novus Boost Evo Superflow
Gripsnot listedColnago Grip Black
Headsetnot listedAcros 42x52x7
Bottle cagenot listedColnago Matte Black

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