With Future Shock suspension front and rear, the new Diverge STR delivers compliance without compromise. By suspending the rider—instead of the bike—Future Shock technology increases control and efficiency while decreasing fatigue, so you’ll be riding farther and faster over chunkier terrain than you believed possible. And the Diverge STR does this without the weight, sluggish pedal response, and inefficiency of other suspension systems.
The Diverge STR Expert starts with Specialized's FACT 11r carbon frameset with front and rear Future Shock suspension. It’s built with a mix of SRAM’s Rival and GX AXS components for fast, efficient shifting with a 10-50 cassette to ensure you have the gearing to tackle any ride. The bike rolls on the Roval Terra C wheels with 42mm Tracer Pro tyres. Adventure Gear alloy handlebars, an S-Works carbon seatpost, and Power Expert saddle complete the package making the Diverge STR the most capable Diverge ever.
The new Diverge doesn’t just have gorgeous lines, it has perfect curves too. Future Shock Rear puts 30mm of rear travel in the ideal path to smooth out rough road. Its hydraulic damping controls travel to eliminate “bobbing” under power and ensure big hits never catapult you from the saddle, all without compromising fit or pedalling efficiency.
Born from decades of innovation and Specialized Smoother is Faster philosophy, Future Shock was created to develop bikes that win on cobblestones, but it’s found its purest expression on gravel. It’s 20mm of adjustable, damped front travel that keeps you in control and on target, all while protecting your hands, arms, and shoulders from the battering.
More capability means more confidence, more confidence means more rides, more rides mean more fun, and it all starts at the contact patch. Nothing unlocks capability like tyre clearance, and Specialized are feeling generous. 47mm on a 700c wheel and 2.1” on 650B. Diverge STR is the most capable gravel bike they’ve ever made, so it’s the most fun. They did the math.
Key Features & Benefits:
- Future Shock Suspension Front and Rear:By suspending the rider—instead of the bike—Future Shock technology increases control and efficiency while decreasing fatigue, so you’ll be riding farther and faster over chunkier terrain than you believed possible.
- FACT 11r Carbon Frame:Pin it for your local dirt climb KOM, or grind up a giant backcountry peak, the light and lively Diverge will get you there faster.
- SRAM Rival eTap AXS 12 Speed:Rugged wireless shifting with a wide range of gears for all-terrain – even the biggest of hills.
Full Specification:
- Frame:Specialized Diverge FACT 11r carbon frameset with front and rear Future Shock suspension, SWAT™ Door integration, threaded BB, internal routing, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
- Fork:Future Shock 3.2 w/ Damper, Smooth Boot, FACT carbon, 12x100 mm thru-axle, flat-mount
- Number of Gears:12
- Gear Shifters:SRAM Rival eTap AXS
- Chainset:SRAM Rival 1 Wide
- Chainrings:40T
- Rear Cassette:SRAM PG1210, 12-Speed, 11-50t
- Chain:SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
- Front Derailleur:N/A
- Rear Derailleur:SRAM GX Eagle AXS, w/ battery cover
- Bottom Bracket:SRAM DUB BSA 68
- Pedals:Not supplied:Shop pedals here
- Front Wheel:Roval Terra C, 25mm inner width carbon rim, 32mm depth, DT 370 hub, 24h, DT Swiss Comp Race spokes
- Rear Wheel:Roval Terra C, 25mm inner width carbon rim, 32mm depth, DT 370 Star Ratchet hub, 24h, DT Swiss Comp Race spokes
- Front Tyre:Tracer Pro 2BR, 700x42
- Rear Tyre:Tracer Pro 2BR, 700x42
- Brakes:SRAM Rival eTAP AXS, hydraulic disc
- Handlebars:Specialized Adventure Gear Hover, 103mm drop x 70mm reach x 12º flare
- Handlebar Tape:Supacaz Super Sticky Kush
- Stem:Future Stem, Comp
- Saddle:Body Geometry Power Expert
- Seatpost:S-Works Carbon Seat Post, 20mm Offset
- Accessories:Integrated SWAT door, internal storage system
- Weight:56 - 9.93 kg (21 lb, 14.3 oz)