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The Crux DSW is more than the lightest alloy gravel bike ever made it is also the most capable, nimble, balanced, and responsive alloy gravel bike ever made for fast, fun, high-performance riding.
The Crux DSW is more than the lightest alloy gravel bike ever made it is also the most capable, nimble, balanced, and responsive alloy gravel bike ever made for fast, fun, high-performance riding.
Specialized

Specialized Crux DSW Cyclo Cross Bike 2025 - Satin Smoke

£2,300.00
Pre-Order

With Pre-Order, you can purchase the latest items added to our store in advance of them arriving with us.

Your Pre-Order is prioritised (at no additional charge); meaning that as soon as the product arrives with us, we can wrap it straight back up; ready for collection via Click & Collect or despatch to you — it often never even hits the stock room shelves!

Pre-Launch

With Pre-Launch, the date when we expect to receive the product ourselves is still a little too hazy to be confident in accepting Pre-Orders.

So, instead, you can submit your email address against the item you are interested in and we will email you as soon as stock arrives on the system.

Estimated Delivery & Collection Dates

Estimated Delivery & Collection Dates are given on Pre-Order and Pre-Launch products. They are for indication purposes only and can change at any time without notice.

The dates we provide are based on indications given by our suppliers. Whenever we get updated information from our suppliers we will endeavour to update the Estimated Delivery & Collection Dates provided on product pages.

We estimate this will be ready for despatch to you or collection via Click & Collect on Undetermined

Hassle Free Returns

The 30 Day bike exchange allows you to buy a bike with confidence. If you are unhappy with the bike you can return a new bike within 30 days and swap it for a different one. If you’re not happy with your new bike for any reason, please contact us and we can arrange a convenient time bring it back into store and exchange it – so long as it’s clean and isn’t broken – by this we mean things like buckled wheels, crash damage, broken components, cracked frames etc.

Worn brakes and tyres are understandable and we’ll factor this into any exchange.

The 30 Day Bike Exchangeis completely separate from our 30 day returns policy and applies to new and unused bikes. It can only be used once on each new bike purchase.

We do however urge all customers to test ride the bike prior to purchase to ensure they are happy with the fit and ride experience of the bike.

30 DAY RETURNS POLICY ON UNUSED PRODUCTS

Any item, except food can be returned to us for any reason within 30 days, provided it has:

  • Not been used or fitted
  • Is returned in its original packaging
  • Has a valid proof of purchase from Beeline Bicycles

Online or in-store purchases can both be returned to any store free of charge, or can be returned by post.

Click & Collect customers can buy with confidence knowing they can try the item before leaving the store. Should you decide it's not right for you, it can be conveniently exchanged or refunded straight away in the store, or you still have up to 30 days to return it if you take it away.

Refunds will be processed using the same method of payment used for the original purchase. Credit & debit card refunds must be made to the card used for the original purchase, Cheque payments will be refunded in cash but due to banking restrictions can only be refunded at least 14 days after the original purchase date.

We are unable to offer any refund without a valid receipt.

FAULTY ITEMS

All products purchased from Beeline Bicycles come with a full warranty which covers manufacturing faults and defects in workmanship. If you feel that your purchase has developed a fault, the fastest response we can offer is to bring your product into store for an assessment. We will need to see your proof of purchase.

If taking your product in store is not an option then please email info@beelinebicycles.co.uk. Please include photographs of your product (please keep below 20mb), a copy of receipt so we can immediately start to assess the issue.

In some cases the manufacturer/supplier and/or Beeline Bicycles may require to see the item(s) before repair or replacement can take place. If this is the case we will advise of return details and lead times.

All used items being returned to us must be cleaned for hygiene purposes.

On receipt of your goods we will carry out a full inspection & contact you within 3 working days of receipt.

Proof of purchase is also required with all potential warranty claims.

RETURNS BY POST

Please provide us with all the details of why you wish to return your purchase, as your input is invaluable to us when reviewing the products we stock.

If you are returning by post, please complete the Returns Formthen attach the returns address label to your parcel. Please include a copy of the returns form and proof of purchase.

It is your responsibility to ensure that the item is returned to us in a safe and secure manner, we suggest that you use a recorded postal/courier service. Please ensure that the service you use covers the value of the goods in the parcel. Return shipping costs are non-refundable. If the item is being returned due to our error then any postage will be reimbursed upon assessment.

It can take 5 days for your parcel to reach us dependent on the courier’s service that is used. Once we receive your parcel we will inspect and process your return within 48 hours. Refunds can take up to 5 days with your bank to appear in your account. You will receive an email update upon the completion for your return.

Specialized Crux DSW Cyclo Cross Bike 2025 - Satin Smoke

Season:2025

Brand:Specialized

Code:5368205354419

Specialized: The Crux DSW is more than the lightest alloy gravel bike ever made. We took everything we learned creating the carbon Crux and used our patented D’Aluisio Smartweld to make it a reality in alloy. They've created the most capable, nimble, balanced, and responsive alloy gravel bike ever made for fast, fun, high-performance riding. And yeah, it’s the lightest too. Some may call it a carbon copy, but Specialized call it the Crux DSW.

Lightest Weight: At just 1399 grams*, the Crux DSW is the lightest alloy gravel frame in the world. Combine that with our Fact12r Crux carbon fork and a build curated for performance, and a complete Crux DSW tips the scales at 9.37kg—no alloy gravel bike can compete.

*56cm in the lightest colorway. Production frames will vary.

Most Capable: More clearance means more capability—that’s why the Crux DSW has the same tire clearance as its carbon sibling—47mm and up to 2.1” on a 650b wheel. Combine this with the tough and light alloy frame, and Crux DSW can take you anywhere you imagine at full gas.

Ultra-Responsive: Responsive at the pedals. Supple in the saddle. They've used D’Aluisio Smartweld to fine-tune the properties of alloy to deliver a ride previously impossible without carbon and combine it with the same performance gravel geometry and race-influenced fit as the carbon Crux. A longer reach delivers better weight distribution for quick, confident handling, while a lower stack creates a performance first position. At 72mm of bottom-bracket drop, we hit the sweet spot between nimble and stable.

D’Aluisio Smartweld: D’Aluisio Smartweld - or DSW - is a patented engineering process that uses hydroforming to precisely match tube-to-tube joints for better, stronger welds and, ultimately, a lighter frame that can be twice as durable as a traditional alloy frame. Our Smartweld technique helps us create a unique single-piece downtube and bottom bracket for the Crux, shaving weight and amplifying responsiveness.

Features:

  • Lightest: 1399g Crux DSW Frame (raw, unpainted). We took everything we learned creating the carbon Crux and used our patented D’Aluisio Smartweld to make it a reality in alloy.
  • Capable: 47c/650b x 2.1” tire clearance. More clearance means more capability. With Diverge-level tire clearance, Crux takes you anywhere you can imagine.
  • Responsive: Nimble, supple, and reactive. Responsive at the pedals. Supple in the saddle. With performance gravel geometry and race-influenced fit inspired by Crux’s iconic history in ‘cross.
Technical Information
Frame & Fork
Frame:Specialized E5 Premium Aluminum Disc frame with D'Aluisio Smartweld Technology, hydroformed aluminum tubing, tapered head tube, threaded BB
Fork:S-Works FACT Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
Wheels & Tyres
Front Wheel:DT G540, Centerlock Disc, Tubeless Ready, 25mm internal width
Rear Wheel:DT G540, Centerlock Disc, Tubeless Ready, 25mm internal width
Front Tyre:Pathfinder Pro 2BR, 700x38
Rear Tyre:Pathfinder Pro 2BR, 700x38
Inner Tubes:48mm Presta Valve, 700X28-38
Gears & Drivetrain
Shift Levers:SRAM APEX, 12sp
Rear Derailleur:SRAM APEX XPLR, Mechanical
Cassette:SRAM PG 1231, XPLR, 11-44
Crankset:SRAM APEX XPLR, 40t
Chainrings:40T
Bottom Bracket:SRAM DUB BSA 68 Wide
Chain: SRAM APEX 12S
Brakes
Front Brake: SRAM APEX, Hydraulic Disc
Rear Brake:SRAM APEX, Hydraulic Disc
Components
Handlebars:Specialized Adventure Gear, 118.9mm drop x 70mm reach x 12º flare
Stem:Specialized, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise
Tape:Supacaz Super Sticky Kush
Saddle: Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
Seatpost:Alloy, 2-bolt Clamp, 12mm offset, 27.2mm, anti-corrosion hardware
Seat Binder:Specialized Alloy, 30.8mm
Weight
Weight:9.37kg (20 lb, 10.5 oz)
Weight Size:56cm
Sizing Information
Specialized Crux Size Guide
49cm52cm54cm56cm58cm61cm
5'1" - 5'5"5'4" - 5'6"5'6" - 5'9"5'9" - 6'0"6'0" - 6'3"6'3" - 6'6"
155 - 165cm165 - 168cm168 - 175cm175 - 183cm183 - 191cm191 - 198cm
Professional Opinion
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