Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Groupset XT, X7 -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
New Specialized M4 Premium Aluminum, XC 29er Geometry, fully butted w/ smooth welds, tapered headtube and seat tube, forged post-mount 160mm disc dropouts, replaceable alloy derailleur hanger
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT Shadow Plus, 10-speed, SGS Cage
Front Derailleur
SRAM X7
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore, 10-speed, I-spec
Crank
Custom SRAM S-1255 10-speed, 160mm arms
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP, 68mm shell
Chain
KMC X10
Pedals
Composite platform, w/ reflectors, 9/16"
Wheels
Front Hub
Specialized disc, alloy, Hi Lo flange, cartridge bearings, steel axle, QR, 36h
Rear Hub
Specialized disc, alloy, Hi Lo flange, cartridge bearings, steel axle, steel cassette body, QR, 36h
Rims
Disc 24", double wall, 23mm, sleeve joint, 28h
Spokes
Stainless, 2.0, threadlock, 14g
Tires
Specialized Ground Control, 60TPI, folding bead, 29x2.1"
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized 3D forged 6061 alloy, 4-bolt clamp, 6-degree rise, 60mm/70mm length, 31.8mm
Handlebar
Specialized mini rise bar, double-butted 6061 alloy, 660/700mm wide, 12mm rise, 10-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 31.8mm clamp
Headset
1-1/8" upper and 1-1/2" lower threadless, Campy style, integrated full cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Henge, steel rails, 143mm
Seatpost
Specialized 2-bolt head, forged alloy, 8mm offset, micro-adjust, 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15.5" | 17.5" | 19" | 21" | 23" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.55 mm | 1.53 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.46 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 306.5 mm | 306.5 mm | 306.5 mm | 306.5 mm | 306.5 mm |
| Front Center | 637 mm | 652 mm | 675 mm | 699 mm | 719 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 77 mm | 77 mm | 77 mm | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Stack | 611 mm | 620 mm | 635 mm | 649 mm | 668 mm |
| Reach | 394 mm | 406 mm | 424 mm | 444 mm | 458 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 571 mm | 598 mm | 620 mm | 644 mm | 664 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 445 mm | 483 mm | 533 mm | 584 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 100 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm | 150 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 436 mm | 436 mm | 436 mm | 436 mm | 436 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1065 mm | 1080 mm | 1103 mm | 1128 mm | 1148 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm |
| Standover Height | 752 mm | 784 mm | 812 mm | 847 mm | 881 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Crave Expert 29 is part of the Specialized Crave model. 15 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2014, by clicking on 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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Crave Expert 29 components
Wheels
The wheels on Crave Expert 29 are the 29″ aluminum type. 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
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Crave Expert 29 has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.