Considered buying a gravel bike yet? If not, you should. Modern gravel bikes are designed to go far and to go fast. They’re more robust than a road bike and cost less to maintain than a mountain bike. Here’s a look at the Specialized Diverge gravel bike range, which is ideal for those keen to make the switch to gravel.
The Diverge is Specialized’s most popular gravel bike model because it is designed for allround gravel riding and is also ready to race. It’s the base model range but is designed for comfort, control and performance. Here’s a look at the five Specialized Diverge models:
Diverge Comp E5
The Diverge E5 Elite has an aluminium frame and carbon fork to deliver a durable bike that’s designed for gravel, but which can easily roll on tar roads. Includes Future Shock 1.5, which delivers 20mm of axial compliance. The Diverge E5 also accommodates up to a 47mm wide tyre for a more comfortable, controlled ride.
Now: R42 000
See it here: https://www.lynnwoodcyclery.co.za/products/diverge-comp-e5-satin-maroon-light-silver-chrome-clean
Diverge Sport Carbon
The Diverge Sport Carbon has a FACT 8R carbon frame and fork offering a bike that’s super light and lively. It includes Future Shock 1.5, which delivers 20mm of axial compliance for improved comfort and control on rough surfaces. The Diverge Sport Carbon also accommodates up to a 47mm wide tyre.
Now: R55 000
See it here: https://www.lynnwoodcyclery.co.za/products/diverge-sport-carbon-gloss-morning-mist-dove-grey
Diverge Comp Carbon
The Diverge Comp Carbon has a FACT 9R carbon frame and fork, offering a bike that’s super light and responsive. It includes Future Shock 2.0, which delivers 20mm of axial compliance with an adjustable hydraulic damper. The Diverge Comp Carbon also accommodates up to a 47mm wide tyre for more comfortable, controlled ride. The drivetrain is SRAM’s 1x11 Rival and the wheelset, DT Swiss G540 with Pathfinder Pro 42mm tyres.
Now: R59 900
See it here: https://www.lynnwoodcyclery.co.za/products/diverge-comp-carbon-gloss-obsidian-harvest-gold-metallic
Diverge Comp Carbon 2
The Diverge Comp Carbon 2 has a FACT 9R carbon frame with SWAT storage and a carbon fork, offering a bike that’s super light and responsive. It includes Future Shock 2.0, which delivers 20mm of axial compliance with an adjustable hydraulic damper. The Diverge Comp Carbon 2 includes SRAM’s wireless Apex eTap AXS 12-speed groupset for snappy, reliable shifting and has a DT Swiss G540 wheelset and Pathfinder Pro 42mm tyres.
Now: R80 000
See it here: https://www.lynnwoodcyclery.co.za/products/diverge-comp-carbon-2
Diverge Expert Carbon
The Diverge Expert Carbon has a FACT 9R carbon frame with SWAT storage and a carbon fork, offering a bike that’s super light and responsive. Includes Future Shock 2.0, which delivers 20mm of axial compliance with an adjustable hydraulic damper. The Diverge Expert Carbon includes SRAM's wireless Rival eTap AXS 12-speed groupset for crisp shifting, with a Roval Terra carbon wheelset and Pathfinder Pro 42mm tyres.
Now: R109 000
See it here: https://www.lynnwoodcyclery.co.za/products/diverge-expert-carbon-gloss-teal-tint-carbon-limestone-wild
Author, Lynnwood Cyclery