The Diverge is more capable than ever and with the constant goal to best meet your needs, Specialized took your number one request into account - tyre clearance. The new frame will comfortably fit up to 700x38mm tyres with plenty of room for mud, too. Weight was a large factor in the development, and taking some design cues from the development of the Roubaix, an E5 Premium aluminium frame that’s plenty light, certainly stiff for hard efforts, and undeniable tough was developed.
Moving away from a traditional ‘cross geometry, Specialized opted for something that hasn’t been seen before - their Open Road Geometry. Think of it as a road version of modern trail bike geometry. It provides playful handling and predictable steering for endless dirt skids and mid-corner drifts. The geo features a bottom bracket that's over a half-centimetre lower than the previous Diverge, a slacked-out head tube angle, short chainstays, and a short wheelbase. These changes make for a bike that's not only fun in the dirt, but also performs well on the road.
Adding to its multifaceted talents, the Diverge features three water bottle mounts, plus mounts for racks and mudguards. For the spec, Specialized wanted to make sure that it shifted crisply and braked smoothly for a long time to come, so you'll find a reliable Shimano Tiagra groupset, hassle-free mechanical disc brakes, and an Axis Sport Disc wheelset that's been cased in Espoir Sport Reflect tyres. Every touchpoint of the bike is also tailored specifically for women, from the handlebar width to the crankarm length to the renowned Myth Sport saddle.
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A Premium E5 aluminium frameset features a comfortable and confident Open Road Geometry, making it the ultimate tool for your next adventure.
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The lightweight FACT carbon fork is plenty stiff, aiding in handling, stiffness, and an overall light weight.
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Shimano Tiagra is in charge of shifting, and does so crisply and reliably.