With the constant goal to best meet your needs, Specialized took your number one request into account for the Diverge - 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 was developed that’s plenty light, certainly stiff for hard efforts, and undeniable tough.
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.
The bike further 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 years to come, so you'll find a Shimano Claris groupset, hassle-free mechanical disc brakes, and a durable Axis Sport Disc wheelset that's been cased in fast-rolling 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 Claris shifting keeps things running smoothly and won't leave you stranded.