Specialized Diverge STR Expert eTap Carbon Gravel Bike-Reg. $6700
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About this product
The Specialized Diverge STR Expert eTap Carbon Gravel Bike is a 2023 model designed for unisex adults, featuring a FACT 11r carbon frame in a Satin Black/Diamond Dust finish. It comes equipped with 12-speed SRAM Rival eTap AXS derailleur gears and hydraulic disc brakes for reliable stopping power. The bike rolls on Tracer Pro 2BR, 700x42 tires and includes a Specialized Adventure Gear Hover handlebar and Body Geometry Power Expert seat with titanium rails, all built for gravel riding performance.
Our take
If you're serious about gravel riding, the Specialized Diverge STR Expert certainly looks like a strong contender. The full carbon frame, including the FACT 11r carbon outer shell, and carbon seatpost are definite highlights for shedding weight and potentially absorbing road chatter. The 12-speed SRAM Rival eTap AXS electronic shifting is a premium touch, promising crisp and reliable gear changes, while hydraulic disc brakes offer superior stopping power in varied conditions. The included manufacturer warranty provides some peace of mind for a bike in this price range. However, it's worth noting that it's a 'no suspension' setup, so while the carbon frame should help, don't expect plush comfort over rough terrain.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Lightweight FACT 11r carbon frame
- Precise 12-speed SRAM Rival eTap AXS shifting
- Reliable hydraulic disc brakes
- Includes manufacturer warranty
- Body Geometry Power Expert seat with titanium rails
Cons
- No suspension for rougher trails
- Premium price point
Specifications
- Size Satin Black/Diamond Dust
- Bike Size 49
- Bike Type Gravel Bike
- Brake Type hydraulic disc
- Brand Specialized
- Compatible Brand Specialized
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- Custom-Built
- No
- Department
- Unisex Adults
- Frame Material
- Carbon
- Gear Change Mechanism
- Derailleur Gears
- Handlebar Type
- Specialized Adventure Gear Hover, 103mm drop x 70mm reach x 12º f
- Items Included
- Complete Bike
- MPN
- 96223-3
- Manufacturer Warranty
- Yes, Manufacture Warranty
- Material
- Carbon
- Model
- Diverge STR Expert Carbon Gravel Bike
- Model Year
- 2023
- Number of Speeds
- 12-Speed
- Outer Shell Material
- Diverge FACT 11r carbon
- Part Type
- Full Gravel Bike
- Performance/Activity
- Cycling
- Rail/Clamp Style
- Titanium Rails
- Seat Style
- Body Geometry Power Expert, titanium rails
- Seatpost Type
- S-Works Carbon Seat Post, 20mm Offset
- Set Includes
- Complete Bike
- Shifter Style
- SRAM Rival eTap AXS
- Sport/Activity
- gravel riding
- Style
- Gravel Bike
- Suspension Type
- No Suspension
- Tire Type
- Tracer Pro 2BR, 700x42
- Type
- Gravel Disc Bike
- Upper Material
- Diverge FACT 11r carbon
- Vintage
- No
- Wheel Size
- 700
- Year
- 2025
