Crux DSW Comp - SRAM Apex XPLR

The Crux DSW is the lightest alloy gravel bike ever made. Specialized took everything learned creating the carbon Crux and applied their patented D'Aluisio Smartweld technology to deliver an alloy frame that is capable, nimble, balanced, and responsive for fast, fun, high-performance riding. At just 1399 grams, the Crux DSW frame is the lightest alloy gravel frame in the world. A complete Crux DSW build tips the scales at 9.37kg, making it unmatched among alloy gravel bikes. The frame features the same tire clearance as its carbon sibling—47mm and up to 2.1" on a 650b wheel—providing the capability to handle any terrain at full speed. D'Aluisio Smartweld is a patented engineering process that uses hydroforming to precisely match tube-to-tube joints for better, stronger welds and ultimately a lighter, more durable frame. This technique creates a unique single-piece downtube and bottom bracket, shaving weight and amplifying responsiveness. The Crux DSW delivers responsive handling at the pedals and a supple ride in the saddle. A longer reach provides better weight distribution for quick, confident handling, while a lower stack creates a performance-first position. At 72mm of bottom-bracket drop, the geometry hits the sweet spot between nimble and stable, combining performance gravel geometry with race-influenced fit inspired by Crux's iconic cyclocross heritage.