2020 Specialized Diverge Expert Carbon X1 Features
While the real fun starts where the road ends, you still need a bike that'll get you there—one bike that shreds flowy singletrack, gravel, and traditional roads with equal authority. A more capable road bike won’t cut it, nor will a more road-worthy 'cross bike for that matter. No, you need a dedicated gravel bike like the Diverge. First and foremost, it's fun and always down for a good time, but with a progressively-tuned Future Shock, our fast and stable Open Road Geometry, and plenty of tire clearance, it redefines the possibilities for adventure on a drop-bar bike.
With a name like “Diverge Expert” we figured that anyone interested in this bike will be, well, kind of an expert. We always aim to satisfy, which is why we spec'd a no-compromise build that includes a SRAM Force 1 drivetrain and hydraulic disc brakes, as well as a lightweight Praxis Zayante carbon crankset. Your posterior will be happy over even the bumpiest of terrain with our fan-favorite Power Expert saddle. Of course, you’ll also be rolling on stupid-fast carbon fiber wheels and tires courtesy of a Roval C 38 Disc wheelset wrapped with 700x38mm Pathfinder Pro tires.
Component Specifications
| Frame | Specialized FACT 9r carbon, Open Road Geometry, 12x142mm thru-axle, Future Shock Progressive suspension, 20mm of travel, flat-mount disc, BB386 |
| Seat Binder | Diverge collar, alloy, 31.2mm |
| Fork | Specialized FACT carbon, flat-mount disc, 12x100mm thru-axle |
| Shift Levers | SRAM Force 1x hydraulic disc |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Force 1, long cage |
| Cassette | SRAM XG 1150, 11-speed, 10-42t |
| Chain | KMC X11 EL, 11-speed |
| Crankset | Praxis Zayante carbon 1X |
| Bottom Bracket | Praxis, PF30 |
| Front Tire | Pathfinder Pro 2Bliss Ready, Transparent Sidewall, 700x38c |
| Rear Tire | Pathfinder Pro 2Bliss Ready, Transparent Sidewall, 700 x 38c |
| Inner Tubes | Presta valve, 48mm |
| Front Brake | SRAM Force, hydraulic disc, flat-mount caliper |
| Rear Brake | SRAM Force, hydraulic disc, flat-mount caliper |
| Stem | Future Stem, Pro |
| Handlebars | Specialized Adventure Gear Hover, 103mm drop x 70mm reach x 12º flare |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Power Expert, Hollow Titanium rails |
| Seatpost | S-Works CG-R, FACT carbon fiber, single-bolt, 27.2mm |
Size Guide: 2020 Specialized Diverge Expert Carbon X1
