2026 Specialized Crux Expert Shimano vs 2026 Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR
The 480 is the Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR size closest to your 54 Specialized Crux Expert 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 Expert 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
Only the Specialized Crux Expert Shimano is drawn. The Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR numbers we have for size 480 are missing the wheelbase.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Crux Expert Shimano 54 | Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR 480 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 388mm | 380 | −8 mm |
| Stack | 560mm | 554 | −6 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.5° | 71.5 | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74 | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 549mm | 539 | −10 mm |
| Chainstay length | 425mm | 430 | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1023mm | 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 |
Differences are the Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR minus the Specialized Crux Expert Shimano. Full charts: 2026 Specialized Crux Expert Shimano, 2026 Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLR.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Crux Expert ShimanoColnago 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 Expert ShimanoExpert - Shimano GRX Di2 | Colnago G4-X SRAM XPLRSRAM Force XPLR AXS 1x |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized Crux FACT | Colnago G4-X |
| Shifter | Shimano GRX RX825 Di2 | SRAM Force |
| Derailleur | Shimano GRX RX827 Di2 | SRAM RD-FRC Force |
| Cassette | Shimano XT M8100 | SRAM Force |
| Chain | Shimano XT M8100 | SRAM CN-FRC Force |
| Crankset | Shimano GRX RX820 | SRAM DUB |
| Wheelset | Roval Terra C | Vision SC45 |
| Tire | Specialized Pathfinder | Pirelli Cinturato Gravel |
| Brake | Shimano GRX RX800 | SRAM Force |
| Seatpost | Roval Terra | Colnago Carbon D-Shape |
| Saddle | Specialized Power Expert | Selle Italia Novus Boost Evo Superflow |
| Fork | not listed | Colnago G4-X Carbon |
| Chainring | not listed | SRAM 40T |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | SRAM DUB |
| Rotor | not listed | SRAM CenterLine XR |
| Handlebar | not listed | Colnago CC.01 Wide |
| Grips | not listed | Colnago Grip Black |
| Headset | not listed | Acros 42x52x7 |
| Bottle cage | not listed | Colnago Matte Black |
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