Specialized
Specialized Crux Comp - Shimano GRX
$3,199.99Cheaper
Released 2026
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Specialized Crux Comp - Shimano GRX vs Santa Cruz Stigmata Apex
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Specialized Crux Comp - Shimano GRX is cheaper at $3,199.99. Every spec and price links to its source.
Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Stigmata Apex
$4,149
Released 2026
Which is better: the Specialized Crux Comp - Shimano GRX or Santa Cruz Stigmata Apex?
On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Specialized Crux Comp - Shimano GRX is the cheaper at $3,199.99.
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec |  Specialized Crux Comp - Shimano GRX |  Santa Cruz Stigmata Apex |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $3,199.99 | $4,149 |
| Brand | Specialized | Santa Cruz |
| Released | 2026 | 2026 |
| Frame material | Crux FACT 10r Carbon, Rider-First Engineered | Carbon CC |
| Groupset | Shimano GRX | SRAM Apex |
| Drivetrain speeds | 12 | 12 |
| Max tire clearance (mm) | 47 | 50 |
| Wheel size | 700c | 700c |
| Weight (lb) | 18.85 | — |
| Axle type | 12mm front / 12x142mm rear thru-axle | — |
| Gearing range | 40t x 10-45t | — |
| Accessory mounts count | — | 3 |
Sources — Specialized Crux Comp - Shimano GRX: specialized.com (recorded 2026-08-01). Santa Cruz Stigmata Apex: santacruzbicycles.com (verified 2026-11-05).
What's the difference between the Specialized Crux Comp - Shimano GRX and Santa Cruz Stigmata Apex?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (3 of 9). Matching specs are omitted.
- Frame material: Specialized Crux Comp - Shimano GRX Crux FACT 10r Carbon, Rider-First Engineered vs Santa Cruz Stigmata Apex Carbon CC
- Groupset: Specialized Crux Comp - Shimano GRX Shimano GRX vs Santa Cruz Stigmata Apex SRAM Apex
- Max tire clearance (mm): Specialized Crux Comp - Shimano GRX 47 vs Santa Cruz Stigmata Apex 50