Specialized CrossTrail Elite Carbon 2018
2018 Urban
Estimate price |
1,600$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 60mm -
Fork SunTour NCX
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Groupset SLX, microSHIFT XCD -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized FACT 9r carbon, Fitness Geometry, internal cable routing, integrated headset, flat mount disc, rack mounts, Plug + Play fender mounts
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour NCX w/ Specialized Fitness Brain technology, 60mm of travel, 1-1/8" steerer, 12mm thru-axle, fender mounts
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX, Shadow Plus, SGS cage, 10-speed
Front Derailleur
microSHIFT XCD, 31.8mm clamp, 11-speed
Shift Levers
microSHIFT, Flow Set Control, 10-speed
Cassette
Sunrace, 10-speed, 11-40t
Crank
FSA V-Drive, 2-piece, 44/32T, alloy outer ring, steel inner ring
Bottom Bracket
68mm, BSA
Chain
KMC X10, 10-speed w/ Missing Link™
Pedals
Specialized Fitness platform, alloy
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy, 12x100mm thru-axle, 6-bolt disc, sealed bearing, 28h
Rear Hub
Alloy, 135mm QR, 6-bolt disc, 11-speed freehub, loose ball bearing, 28h
Rims
Axis Sport Disc
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Tires
Trigger Sport Reflect, 60 TPI, wire bead, 700x38mm
Brakes
Brakes
TRP Flow Set Control, hydraulic disc, metallic pads, post mount, 160mm rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized Flowset, integrated, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 12-degree rise, 31.8mm clamp
Handlebar
Double-butted alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 31.8mm
Grips
Specialized Body Geometry Flow Set Control grips, lock-on
Seat
Saddle
Specialized Canopy Comp, Hollow Cr-Mo rails
Seatpost
Alloy, 2-bolt, 25mm offset, 27.2mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.51 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.51 mm |
| Front Center | 631 mm | 641 mm | 660 mm | 680 mm |
| Rake | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Stack | 598 mm | 614 mm | 633 mm | 652 mm |
| Reach | 396 mm | 406 mm | 418 mm | 432 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 577 mm | 592 mm | 610 mm | 630 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 372 mm | 422 mm | 472 mm | 522 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 125 mm | 145 mm | 165 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 451 mm | 451 mm | 451 mm | 451 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1074 mm | 1084 mm | 1103 mm | 1124 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 738 mm | 775 mm | 812 mm | 846 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
Model Overview
CrossTrail Elite Carbon is a Specialized Crosstrail model. There are 50 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Specialized Crosstrail bikes models from 2018, here.
Model range prices
Specialized CrossTrail Elite Alloy 2018 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 1200$. Specialized CrossTrail Expert Carbon 2018 on the other hand costs 2000$, and is the most expensive model.
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.
Fitness bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Fitness bike is 656$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Fitness bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Specialized released this model in 2018, its price was 1600$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that CrossTrail Elite Carbon price is 143.9% higher than the average cost of a Fitness bike.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the SunTour NCX fork installed. The fork’s travel is 60mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels size
The CrossTrail Elite Carbon 2018 bike is equipped with 700c aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The CrossTrail Elite Carbon has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.