06/03/2026
🚲 Bike of the Week: Crux 5 S‑Level — SRAM RED XPLR in Redwood ⚡🔥
The Crux 5 S‑Level is built for one thing: getting to the finish line faster. Lightweight, aerodynamic, and purpose‑built for modern gravel racing, it blends the efficiency of a road race bike with the capability to handle whatever the terrain throws at it.
Finished in Redwood, this build highlights the all‑new S‑Level trim—bringing nearly all the performance of the S‑Works level, including SRAM RED XPLR and an integrated cockpit, while utilizing a FACT 10r carbon frame in place of the 12r and a slightly different wheel spec. It’s a race‑ready setup without compromise where it matters most.
Paired with Roval Terra Aero CL wheels, a full SRAM RED XPLR 13‑speed drivetrain, and a clean integrated cockpit, this Crux is designed for riders chasing speed across any surface.
If you’re looking for a gravel bike that delivers top‑tier performance with a smart, dialed spec, this one is ready.
Details below ⬇️
📍 Specialized Lincoln Park
Frame – Crux 5 FACT 10r carbon (≈897g frame)
Drivetrain – SRAM RED XPLR AXS, 13‑speed electronic
Crankset – SRAM RED XPLR, Quarq power meter, 40t
Cassette – 10‑46t, 460% range
Wheels – Roval Terra Aero CL (50mm front / 45mm rear)
Tires – Pathfinder 700x45, tubeless‑ready
Cockpit – Roval Terra integrated bar/stem
Weight – ~7.7 kg (size 56)
