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2026 Specialized Crux Comp Shimano vs 2026 Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR

The 480 is the Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR size closest to your 54 Specialized Crux Comp Shimano. 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 Comp Shimano 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

2026 Specialized Crux Comp Shimano (54)The Specialized Crux Comp Shimano frame drawn to scale.J 1023

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

Geometry side by side

MeasurementSpecialized Crux Comp Shimano 54Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR 480Difference
Reach388380−8 mm
Stack560554−6 mm
Head tube angle71.571.5±0.0°
Seat tube angle7474±0.0°
Effective top tube549539−10 mm
Chainstay length425430+5 mm
Wheelbase1023not listed
BB drop7272±0 mm
Head tube length130not listed
Fork lengthnot listed406

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

Where each sits in its class

Specialized Crux Comp ShimanoColnago 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 Comp ShimanoComp Shimano GRXColnago G4-X SRAM XPLRSRAM Force XPLR AXS 1x
FrameSpecialized Crux FACT 10r CarbonColnago G4-X
ForkSpecialized FACT carbonColnago G4-X Carbon
ShifterShimano GRX RX820 820SRAM Force
DerailleurShimano GRX RX822-GSSRAM RD-FRC Force
CassetteShimano XTSRAM Force
ChainShimano XT M8100SRAM CN-FRC Force
CranksetShimano GRX RX820SRAM DUB
ChainringShimano GRX RX820SRAM 40T
Bottom bracketShimano BBSRAM DUB
WheelsetDT Swiss G540Vision SC45
TireSpecialized Pathfinder Pro 2BRPirelli Cinturato Gravel
BrakeShimano GRX RX820SRAM Force
RotorShimano 180mm CenterLockSRAM CenterLine XR
HandlebarSpecialized Adventure GearColnago CC.01 Wide
StemSpecialized 3D-forged alloynot listed
SeatpostRoval Terra CarbonColnago Carbon D-Shape
SaddleSpecialized Body Geometry Power SportSelle Italia Novus Boost Evo Superflow
Gripsnot listedColnago Grip Black
Headsetnot listedAcros 42x52x7
Bottle cagenot listedColnago Matte Black

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