Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Fork Manitou -
Groupset Deore, X5 -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized M4 Premium Aluminum, XC 29 Geometry, fully-butted w/ smooth welds, tapered head tube, tapered seat tube, forged post-mount 160mm disc dropouts, replaceable alloy derailleur hanger
Suspension Fork
Manitou M30, air spring, external compression adjust, rebound adjust, lockout, internal shim stack high-speed damping, XC tune, w/ MILO remote, 1.5"" tapered alloy steerer, 30mm straight wall alloy stanchions
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore Shadow Plus, 10-speed, SGS cage
Front Derailleur
SRAM X5, 2x10, high mount
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore RapidFire Plus, 10-speed, I-spec
Cassette
SRAM PG-1030, 10-speed, 11-36t
Crank
Custom SRAM S-1255, 2 pc. 10-speed XC double, 36/22T
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP, 73mm
Chain
KMC X10L, 10-speed, w/ reusable MissingLink
Pedals
Alloy, 1 pc. body, 9/16"", w/ reflectors
Wheels
Front Hub
Specialized Stout XC SL, Hi Lo disc, alloy, RCC bearing system, QR, 28h
Rear Hub
Specialized Stout XC SL, Hi Lo disc, alloy, RCC bearing system, QR, 32h
Rims
Specialized Stout XC SL, 29"" disc, alloy double-wall, sleeve joint, 26mm inner width, tubeless ready, 28/32h
Spokes
Stainless, 14g, black
Tires
Specialized Ground Control, 60TPI, 2Bliss Ready, folding bead, 29x2.1""
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Gemini Comp, hydraulic disc, resin/metallic pads, I-spec compatible
Brake Levers
Tektro Gemini Comp, hydraulic, reach adjust, I-spec compatible
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized Stout XC, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise, anti-corrosion hardware
Handlebar
Specialized Stout XC, flat bar, double-butted 6061 alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 4-degree upsweep, 31.8mm
Grips
Specialized Sip Grip, light lock-on, half-waffle, S/M: regular thickness, L/XL: XL thickness
Headset
1-1/8"" upper, 1-1/2"" lower, threadless, Campy style, cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Henge, thin padding, steel rails, 143mm
Seatpost
Alloy, 2-bolt, 12.5mm offset, 27.2mm, anti-corrosion hardware
Model Overview
Crave 29 completes the Specialized Crave model. Specialized released 15 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Specialized Crave bikes models from 2016, here.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, you could also get a good Crosscountry bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the Manitou fork installed. The fork’s travel is mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels
The wheels on Crave 29 are the 29″ aluminum type. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Specialized Crave 29 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In conclusion, make sure it fits you, or look for another model.