2018 Cannondale SuperX SE vs 2020 Specialized Crux
The 46 is the Specialized Crux size closest to your 46 Cannondale SuperX SE. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Specialized Crux
Compared with the Cannondale SuperX SE in 46, the Specialized Crux in 46 places the top of the head tube 8 mm higher and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 5 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +8 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +1 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- +5 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +3 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Cannondale SuperX SE, 46Specialized Crux, 46Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Cannondale SuperX SE 46 | Specialized Crux 46 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 365 | 366mm | +1 mm |
| Stack | 515 | 523mm | +8 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70 | 69.5° | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 74.6 | 75.5° | +0.9° |
| Effective top tube | 507 | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 422 | 425mm | +3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1002 | 1007mm | +5 mm |
| BB drop | 70 | 71mm | +1 mm |
| BB height | 280 | 281.5mm | +2 mm |
| Standover | 743 | 763.5mm | +21 mm |
| Seat tube length | 449 | 470mm | +21 mm |
| Head tube length | 93 | 100mm | +7 mm |
| Fork length | not listed | 400mm |
Differences are the Specialized Crux minus the Cannondale SuperX SE. Full charts: 2018 Cannondale SuperX SE, 2020 Specialized Crux.
Where each sits in its class
Cannondale SuperX SESpecialized Crux
Each bike is ranked against the other gravel bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Cannondale SuperX SEForce 1 SE | Specialized CruxS-Works |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Cannondale SuperX | not listed |
| Fork | SuperX | not listed |
| Shifter | SRAM Force 1 HRD | SRAM Red eTap AXS, Specialized WAN FENG |
| Derailleur | SRAM Force 1 | Shimano XTR M9050 Di2, Specialized FD SHIM |
| Cassette | SRAM PG 1130 | Shimano Ultegra |
| Chain | SRAM PC-1130 | SRAM Red |
| Crankset | Cannondale HollowGram Si | Specialized S-Works Power |
| Tire | WTB Riddler | Specialized Tracer Pro |
| Hub | Formula CL-712 | Specialized LuHai_RVT66L-K5-B25-AN2-N4-F0 |
| Rim | WTB KOM i23 TCS | not listed |
| Brake | SRAM Force hydro, SRAM Force HRD | Shimano 105 |
| Handlebar | Cannondale C2 | not listed |
| Stem | Cannondale C2 | not listed |
| Seatpost | Cannondale SAVE | not listed |
| Saddle | Fabric Scoop | Specialized S-Works Phenom |
| Wheelset | not listed | Roval CLX 50 |
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