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Specialized Diverge A1 Sub Compact 2016

2016 Road
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Specialized Diverge A1 Sub Compact 2016

Bike details

Overview

Key information split into simple groups.

Bike summary

  • Category
  • Frame Aluminum
  • Wheels 700c
  • Groupset Claris, FSA
  • Suspension Rigid
  • Drivetrain 2 × 8
  • Brakes Mechanical Disc

Parts list

Components

Main components, grouped by system.

Bike components

Frame

Frame

Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum, threaded BB

Suspension Fork

Specialized FACT carbon, alloy steerer/crown, Zertz, post disc mount, Plug + Play fender mount

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur

Shimano Claris 2400

Front Derailleur

Shimano Claris 2400, braze-on

Shift Levers

Shimano Claris 2400 STI

Cassette

Sunrace, 8-speed, 11-32t

Crank

FSA, alloy, sub compact, 48/32T

Bottom Bracket

BSA, 68mm, threaded

Chain

KMC Z7, 8-speed, w/ reusable MissingLink

Pedals

Nylon, loose ball bearings, w/ reflectors

Wheels

Rims

AXIS Classic Disc, wide

Tires

Specialized Espoir Sport, 60TPI, wire bead, double BlackBelt protection, 700x30mm

Brakes

Brakes

Mechanical disc, resin pads

Cockpit

Stem

Specialized 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise

Handlebar

Specialized, shallow drop, alloy, 125mm drop, 70mm short-reach

Headset

1-1/8"", integrated sealed Cr-Mo cartridge bearings, 20mm alloy cone spacer, w/ 20mm spacers

Seat

Saddle

Body Geometry Toupé Sport, steel rails, 143mm

Seatpost

Specialized Sport, alloy, 2-bolt, 27.2mm

About this model

Diverge A1 Sub Compact belongs to the Specialized Diverge model. Specialized launched 115 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2016 of this model, by clicking this link.

Safety

When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.

Average price for Gravel bikes

If you want to purchase a solid Gravel bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2462$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Gravel bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.

Diverge A1 Sub Compact components

Fork material

Diverge A1 Sub Compact has a carbon fork, so, it won’t add up to much weight to your bike. However, the price you have to pay for a carbon fork is considerably higher.

Wheels size

As for the wheels, Specialized Diverge A1 Sub Compact 2016, has a 700c aluminum model. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.

Brakes

When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Diverge A1 Sub Compact has Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.

Sizes

This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.