2025 Specialized S-Works Crux SRAM RED XPLR Gravel Bike

£11,500.00

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Part Number:

91425-0056

GTIN/UPC:

196625162626

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With the 2025 Specialized S-Works Crux SRAM RED XPLR Gravel Bike Specialized have taken the lightest gravel bike in the world, and made it even lighter. With the unrivalled capability of massive tyre clearance and performance gravel geometry, it’s the ultimate expression of gravel performance.

The S-Works 12r frame weighs in at just 725g. Using lessons from the development of the super light Aethos road bike, Specialized have created a bike that can handle rough gravel, turn it's hand to Cyclo-Cross racing and still blast up climbs. To boost it's gravel ability the Crux comes with 47c/650b x 2.1” tyre clearance. More clearance means more capability. With Diverge-level tyre clearance, Crux takes you anywhere you can imagine at full gas.

With UDH and the all-new SRAM RED XPLR, the S-Works Crux drops another 102 grams. Featuring Roval Terra CLX II wheels, Terra Bars, Alpinist seat post, S-Works Power Saddle with Mirror, and Pathfinder Pro tyres, the new S-Works Crux with SRAM RED XPLR is our most premium build.

This bike is perfect for

Gravel riders and racers who want to go fast. The S-Works Crux is the lightest gravel bike on the market but with gravel specific wheels, gears, tyres and bars it isn't short of ability.

Key Features

  • S-Works Crux FACT 12r Carbon Frame
  • NEW SRAM Red XPLP 13 speed Groupset
  • SRAM Red AXS Power Meter
  • Roval Terra CLX II Wheels


Gravel Bike Buying Guide

Gravel bikes have exploded in popularity over the last few years. There are now dozens of gravel bike events around the UK and a growing number of long distance cycling routes designed with gravel bikes in mind. In this gravel bike buying guide we’ll take you through the main things to consider when picking a gravel bike.

What’s the appeal of a gravel bike?

The main appeal of gravel bikes is versatility,. You can use them on normal roads but they’ll also work great on forest roads, old railway lines and farm tracks. So you can go for a ride off-road, avoiding cars and traffic, but link it with sections of tarmac as well. Of course you can do this on a mountain bike but a gravel bike will generally be faster and lighter. This also means you can cover some big distances when touring. A lot of gravel bike riders are road cyclists who want to get away from traffic.

As gravel bikes often get used for touring and bikepacking most will come with mounting points for bags. This luggage capacity combined with speed, and ability to handle mixed surfaces, means that gravel bikes are also extremely popular for commuting on.


Read our full gravel bike buying guide

Are Gravel Bikes Good for Commuting?

Gravel bikes are very popular for commuting. We sell lots of them on the cycle to work scheme. One of our biggest stores for gravel bike sales is our Greenwich shop in London. They're mainly selling them for commuting around central London on. We’re going to run you through the pros and cons of commuting on a gravel bike and answer the question ‘are gravel bikes good for commuting?’

The Pros of Commuting on a Gravel Bike

Gravel bikes are fast, nearly as quick as a standard road bike. They are certainly quicker on the road than most mountain bikes and many hybrids. That means you can get to work, and home, in the shortest time possible. But what makes gravel bikes so good for commuting is that they are extremely versatile. They can be ridden on tarmac, cycle paths, old railway lines, canal towpaths, and even off-road trails. So, it’s easy to mix it up on your commute and avoid traffic.

Another big advantage of commuting on a gravel bike is that they're generally more comfortable than road bikes. This is because they have wider tyres and longer wheelbases, which results in a smoother and more stable ride. So you don’t get bounced around as much on rough roads. Most gravel bikes have a fairly upright riding position which makes it easier to see what’s going on in traffic. The combination of stable handling and the comfortable riding position is a massive confidence boost for the rider, especially on wet roads.


Read more about the pros and cons of gravel bikes for commuting


Who are Specialized?

Specialized is one of the best-known quality bike brands in the world. Started by a group of riders in 1974. A fact which has guided their decision making ever since.

" Made for riders, by riders."

They strove to make the best quality tires when quality tyres weren't around. When people wanted to ride cruisers in the dirt, they made the first production mountain bike. When roadies wanted to go faster, Specialized doubled down on carbon and built their own wind tunnel.

Bikes like the Allez, Rockhopper and Stumpjumper have developed followings and reputations of their own. Specialized has a reputation for making high-end, high-quality bikes. Specialized bikes always look great with high-quality paint and sensible sizing hel0s you get the right bike each time. If you buy a Specialized bike you can be guaranteed it will do what it is supposed to and will last.


Find our more about Specialized bikes

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Frame S-Works Crux FACT 12r Carbon, Rider First Engineered™, Threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc, UDH dropout
Fork S-Works FACT Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
Crankset SRAM Red AXS Power Meter
Chain NEW SRAM Red XPLR, 13sp
Cassette NEW SRAM Red XPLR, 13sp, 10-46t
Shift Levers SRAM Red AXS
Rear Derailleur NEW SRAM Red XPLR, 13sp
Front Brake NEW SRAM Red XPLR, Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake NEW SRAM Red XPLR, Hydraulic Disc
Front Wheel Roval Terra CLX II, 25mm internal width, Tubeless ready, 32mm depth, 21h, Roval AFD1, Centerlock, DT Swiss Aerolite spokes
Rear Wheel Roval Terra CLX II, 25mm internal width, Tubeless Ready, 32mm depth, 24h, Roval AFD2, Centerlock, DT Swiss EXP internals, SRAM XDR, DT Swiss Aerolite spokes
Front Tyre Pathfinder Pro 2Bliss Ready, Transparent Sidewall, 700x38c
Rear Tyre Pathfinder Pro 2Bliss Ready, Transparent Sidewall, 700x38c
Handlebars Roval Terra, carbon, 103mm drop x 70mm reach x 12º flare
Saddle S-Works Power with Mirror
Seat Post Roval Alpinist Carbon Seatpost
Seat Binder Specialized Alloy, 30.0mm, titanium bolt
Inner Tubes 700x28/38mm, 48mm Presta valve
Chain Rings 40T
Bottom Bracket SRAM DUB BSA
Stem S-Works SL, alloy, titanium bolts, 6-degree rise
Tape Supacaz Super Sticky Kush
Colours Gloss Cypress Metallic / Viavi Gold To Silver Pearl
Sizes 49, 52, 54, 56, 58, 61
Brand Specialized
Model Year 2025
Barcodes 196625162480, 196625162503, 196625162541, 196625162596, 196625162619, 196625162626
SKUs / Part Numbers 91425-0049, 91425-0052, 91425-0054, 91425-0056, 91425-0058, 91425-0061

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