Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork Fox
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Groupset XT, X7 -
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
FOX Float CTD Evolution 29, CTD damper, tapered alloy steerer, open 9mm dropout, external rebound adjust, size-specific 80/100mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT Shadow Plus, 10-speed, SGS cage
Front Derailleur
SRAM X7, 10-speed, 2x10, high mount
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX Rapidfire Plus, 2x10, SL type
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, sealed cartridge bearings, QR, 24h
Rear Hub
Specialized Hi Lo disc, alloy, sealed cartridge bearings, QR, 28h
Rims
Specialized Stout XC SL, 29"" disc, alloy double-wall, welded joint, 26mm inner width, 24/28h
Spokes
Stainless, butted, 2.0/1.8/2.0mm
Tires
Specialized Ground Control, 60TPI, 2Bliss Ready, folding bead, 29x2.1""
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Deore BR-M615, hydraulic disc, Ice Tech pads
Brake Levers
Shimano Deore BL-M615, hydraulic, w/ 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 Pro is a 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 2015, here.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Crave Pro components
Fork
The Crave Pro comes factory-installed with the Fox fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream 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 leaving the production line, the Crave Pro model has 29″ aluminum wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.