2016 Specialized Diverge Pro vs 2018 Cannondale SuperX
The 54 is the Cannondale SuperX size closest to your 52.0 Specialized Diverge Pro. 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 Diverge Pro in 52.0, the Cannondale SuperX in 54 places the top of the head tube 11 mm higher and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 25 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +11 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- ±0 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- +25 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.3°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- +10 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Diverge Pro, 52.0Cannondale SuperX, 54Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Diverge Pro 52.0 | Cannondale SuperX 54 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 378 | 378 | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 544 | 555 | +11 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.25 | 71 | −0.3° |
| Seat tube angle | 74 | 74 | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 534 | 537 | +3 mm |
| Chainstay length | 412 | 422 | +10 mm |
| Wheelbase | 995 | 1020 | +25 mm |
| BB drop | 77 | 69 | −8 mm |
| BB height | 270 | 281 | +11 mm |
| Standover | 740 | 802 | +62 mm |
| Seat tube length | 447 | 524 | +77 mm |
| Fork length | 390 | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 120 | 132 | +12 mm |
Differences are the Cannondale SuperX minus the Specialized Diverge Pro. Full charts: 2016 Specialized Diverge Pro, 2018 Cannondale SuperX.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Diverge ProCannondale 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 Diverge ProPro | Cannondale SuperXApex 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | Specialized FACT carbon | SuperX |
| Shifter | Shimano 685 | SRAM Apex 1 HRD |
| Derailleur | Shimano Dura-Ace | SRAM Apex 1 |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra | SRAM PG 1130 |
| Chain | Shimano Ultegra | SRAM 1110 |
| Crankset | Specialized Pro | Cannondale Si |
| Wheelset | Roval Control | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Roubaix Pro | Schwalbe Microskin |
| Brake | Shimano BR-785 | SRAM Apex hydro, SRAM Apex HRD |
| Handlebar | Specialized Expert | Cannondale C3 |
| Stem | Specialized Pro SL | Cannondale C3 |
| Bar tape | Specialized Roubaix | Cannondale Tape |
| Seatpost | Specialized CG-R | Cannondale C3 |
| Saddle | Specialized Phenom Expert | Fabric Scoop |
| Frame | not listed | Cannondale SuperX |
| Hub | not listed | Formula DC-512 |
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