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2015 Specialized Diverge A1 vs 2014 Specialized Crux EVO

The 460.0 is the Specialized Crux EVO size closest to your 49 Specialized Diverge A1. 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 Specialized Crux EVO

Compared with the Specialized Diverge A1 in 49, the Specialized Crux EVO in 460.0 places the top of the head tube 6 mm lower and 12 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 25 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.

Frame stack
−6 mm
Lower front end
Frame reach
−12 mm
Shorter frame reach
Wheelbase
+25 mm
Longer: steadier at speed
Head angle
−2.5°
Slacker: calmer steering
Chainstays
+13 mm
Longer: more planted

The two frames

2015 Specialized Diverge A1 (49) and 2014 Specialized Crux EVO (460.0), lined up at the bottom bracketBoth frames drawn to scale. The Specialized Diverge A1 is drawn in full with its measurements, and the Specialized Crux EVO is the colored outline on top.J 983

Specialized Diverge A1, 49Specialized Crux EVO, 460.0Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.

Geometry side by side

MeasurementSpecialized Diverge A1 49Specialized Crux EVO 460.0Difference
Reach378mm366mm−12 mm
Stack528mm522mm−6 mm
Head tube angle72°69.5°−2.5°
Seat tube angle75.5°75.5°±0.0°
Effective top tube518mmnot listed
Chainstay length412mm425mm+13 mm
Wheelbase983mm1008mm+25 mm
BB drop73mmnot listed
Standover730mm725mm−5 mm
Seat tube length418mm470mm+52 mm
Head tube length94mm100mm+6 mm

Differences are the Specialized Crux EVO minus the Specialized Diverge A1. Full charts: 2015 Specialized Diverge A1, 2014 Specialized Crux EVO.

Where each sits in its class

Specialized Diverge A1Specialized Crux EVO

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 Diverge A1A1Specialized Crux EVOEVO
ShifterShimano Claris R2400Shimano Di2
DerailleurShimano Claris R2400Shimano Ultegra Di2
ChainKMC X9Shimano Ultegra
CranksetShimano Clarisnot listed
WheelsetSpecialized AXIS ClassicRoval Rapide CL 40
TireSpecialized Espoir Sportnot listed
BrakeTektro SpyreSpecialized Cylinder
SaddleSpecialized Toupé SportSpecialized Toupe Expert
Framenot listedSpecialized CruX FACT
Rear shocknot listedSpecialized SWAT Box
Cassettenot listedShimano Ultegra
Stemnot listedSpecialized Pro-Set

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