2017 Specialized Crux Elite vs 2019 Cannondale SuperX
The 56 is the Cannondale SuperX size closest to your 54 Specialized Crux Elite. 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 Cannondale SuperX
Compared with the Specialized Crux Elite in 54, the Cannondale SuperX in 56 places the top of the head tube 9 mm higher and 6 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 18 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +9 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +6 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +18 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −3 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Specialized Crux Elite, 54Cannondale SuperX, 56Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Crux Elite 54 | Cannondale SuperX 56 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 379mm | 385 | +6 mm |
| Stack | 566mm | 575 | +9 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.5° | 71 | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5 | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 547mm | 555 | +8 mm |
| Chainstay length | 425mm | 422 | −3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1016mm | 1034 | +18 mm |
| BB drop | 69mm | 69 | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 281mm | 281 | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 809mm | 822 | +13 mm |
| Seat tube length | 530mm | 546 | +16 mm |
| Fork length | 400mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 140mm | 153 | +13 mm |
Differences are the Cannondale SuperX minus the Specialized Crux Elite. Full charts: 2017 Specialized Crux Elite, 2019 Cannondale SuperX.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Crux EliteCannondale SuperX
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 | Specialized Crux EliteElite X1 | Cannondale SuperXDi2 |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | Specialized CruX | SuperX |
| Shifter | SRAM Rival | Shimano Ultegra hydro |
| Derailleur | SRAM Rival 1 | Shimano XT Di2 GS |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-1130 | Shimano Ultegra |
| Chain | SRAM PC-1130 | Shimano HG601 |
| Crankset | SRAM Rival 1 | Cannondale HollowGram Si |
| Chainring | SRAM X-Sync | not listed |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss R460 | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Terra Pro | Vittoria Terreno Mix TNT |
| Brake | SRAM Rival | Shimano Ultegra hydro, Shimano Ultegra Di2 hydro |
| Saddle | Specialized Phenom Comp | Fabric Scoop |
| Frame | not listed | Cannondale SuperX |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | Cannondale PressFit30 |
| Hub | not listed | Cannondale HollowGram |
| Rim | not listed | Cannondale HollowGram Si |
| Handlebar | not listed | Cannondale C1 Ultralight |
| Stem | not listed | Cannondale C1 Ultralight |
| Seatpost | not listed | Cannondale SAVE |
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