Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Gold RL
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Groupset SLX, X5 -
Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
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
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon Gold TK 29, Solo Air spring, TurnKey damping w/ PopLoc remote lockout, tapered alloy steerer, 32mm alloy stanchions, external rebound adjust, size-specific 80/100mm travel
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, w/ optical display
Cassette
SRAM PG 1030, 10-speed, 11-36
Crank
Custom SRAM S-1255, 2 pc. 10-speed XC double, 104/64mm BCD spider
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP, 73mm
Chain
KMC X10L, 10-speed, reusable Missing Link
Wheels
Front Hub
Specialized Hi Lo disc, alloy, RCC bearing system, QR, 28h
Rear Hub
Specialized Hi Lo disc, alloy, RCC bearing system, QR, 32h
Rims
Specialized Stout XC SL, 29"" disc, alloy double-wall, sleeve joint, 26mm inner width, 28/32h
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Tires
Specialized Ground Control, 60TPI, 2Bliss Ready, folding bead, 29x2.1""
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-M445, hydraulic disc, resin pads
Brake Levers
Shimano BL-M445, hydraulic, w/ tooled reach adjust
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise, anti-corrosion hardware
Handlebar
Specialized flat, 6061 double butted alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 31.8mm
Grips
Specialized Body Geometry XC Contour, Kraton w/ gel, lock-on, closed end
Headset
1-1/8"" upper, 1-1/2"" lower, Campy style, integrated sealed cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry mountain, steel rails, 143mm
Seatpost
Alloy, 2-bolt, 12.5mm offset, 27.2mm, anti-corrosion hardware
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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" |
About this model
Crave Comp is part of the Specialized Crave model. There are 15 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Specialized Crave bikes models from 2015, by clicking here.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Crave Comp components
Fork
The RockShox Recon Gold RL is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the Crave Comp 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 is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.