Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 80mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Gold RL
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Groupset SLX, 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
RockShox Recon Gold TK SL 29, Solo Air spring, S: 80mm travel, M/L/XL: 100mm travel, TurnKey damping w/ OneLoc remote lockout, external rebound adjust, tapered alloy steerer, 32mm alloy stanchions, disc mount
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX 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
Shimano Deore, hydraulic disc, dual piston, resin pads
Brake Levers
Shimano Deore, hydraulic, reach adjust
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 Comp 29 belongs to the Specialized Crave model. Specialized released 15 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2016 of this model, by clicking this link.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Overview of components
Fork
The RockShox Recon Gold RL is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 80mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of aluminum, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the Crave Comp 29 bike is equipped with the 29″ aluminum model. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Specialized Crave Comp 29 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Specialized Crave Comp 29 2016 is available in one size only. In conclusion, make sure it fits you, or look for another model.