2017 Specialized Diverge Elite DSW vs 2018 Salsa Warbird Carbon
The 53 is the Salsa Warbird Carbon size closest to your 52 Specialized Diverge Elite DSW. 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 Salsa Warbird Carbon
Compared with the Specialized Diverge Elite DSW in 52, the Salsa Warbird Carbon in 53 places the top of the head tube 4 mm higher and 5 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 19 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +4 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- −6 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +19 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.8°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +18 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Diverge Elite DSW, 52Salsa Warbird Carbon, 53Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Diverge Elite DSW 52 | Salsa Warbird Carbon 53 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 378mm | 372.5 | −6 mm |
| Stack | 544mm | 548.4 | +4 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.25° | 70.5 | −0.8° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 73.5 | −0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 534mm | 535 | +1 mm |
| Chainstay length | 412mm | 430 | +18 mm |
| Wheelbase | 995mm | 1014 | +19 mm |
| BB drop | 77mm | 70 | −7 mm |
| BB height | 270mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 740mm | 749 | +9 mm |
| Seat tube length | 447mm | 495 | +48 mm |
| Fork length | 390mm | 405 | +15 mm |
| Head tube length | 120mm | 120 | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Salsa Warbird Carbon minus the Specialized Diverge Elite DSW. Full charts: 2017 Specialized Diverge Elite DSW, 2018 Salsa Warbird Carbon.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Diverge Elite DSWSalsa Warbird Carbon
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 Diverge Elite DSWElite DSW | Salsa Warbird Carbon |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano Tiagra | not listed |
| Derailleur | Shimano Tiagra | not listed |
| Cassette | Shimano Tiagra | not listed |
| Chain | KMC X-10 | not listed |
| Crankset | Praxis Alba 2D | not listed |
| Wheelset | Specialized AXIS Elite | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Espoir Sport | not listed |
| Brake | Tektro Spyre | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupé Sport | not listed |
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