At Escapa, we’re passionate about gravel riding, which is why we’re bringing you the latest releases from top brands like Specialized. The Specialized Crux 5 Expert AXS 2027 bike is born from the fastest gravel bike ever created, offering true performance designed for racing and riding fast on any terrain. A bike designed for those seeking a racing experience and efficiency on every ride, whether in competition or on challenging routes.
The Crux 5 is the ideal choice for riders seeking a fast, reliable gravel bike with racing DNA—perfect for getting the most out of every ride.
The perfect balance between performance and reliability
Its FACT 10r carbon frame, featuring Rider First Engineered™ technology, ensures balanced handling across all sizes, combining stiffness, lightness, and Control. The result is an agile, precise, and highly responsive bike, capable of handling mixed terrain with complete confidence.
In terms of components, it features the Gravel-specific 13-speed SRAM Force AXS XPLR groupset, which delivers reliable and precise shifting. All of this is paired with Tubeless-ready Roval Terra C III carbon wheels and Dt Swiss 370 hubs, offering a durable and efficient setup for real-world riding.
The Cockpit combines an aluminum Roval Rapide stem with a carbon Roval Terra handlebar, striking a balance between lightness and sturdiness. It’s rounded out with 45 mm Pathfinder tires, which provide speed and grip, and a carbon seatpost derived from the Tarmac SL8 to maximize shock absorption and comfort.
More Aerodynamics
Drawing directly on the expertise of the Tarmac SL8 and decades of aerodynamic research, every tube on the Crux 5 has been designed to deliver speed at elite Gravel racing paces.
Aerodynamics
No Gravel bike competes without a rider, so aerodynamic data is meaningless without one.
That’s why our tests in the Win Tunnel are conducted using our sixth-generation moving-leg model. Unlike tests performed with static mannequins or the bike alone, this system analyzes how a rider’s entire moving body alters airflow around the bike at race speeds.
Fatter is Faster
Ride tires up to 55 mm / 2.2” without compromise.
Ready for Race Day
The Speed Equation isn’t just about designing a bike; it also plays a key role in the tire-and-wheel combination. We can simulate races with different wheel-and-tire combinations, preparing our riders to win on race day.
