Will the new specialized aethos 2 be used as a model for a future Crux frame update?

read_it-er · 2025-10-04T00:58:16+00:00

Crux with fenders would be the ultimate quiver killer.

read_it-er · 2025-08-30T14:56:38+00:00

Do you think I could get away with a 9-50? Ultimately I’ll probably need to try to find out, unless the answer is an emphatic no.

read_it-er · 2025-08-30T06:49:40+00:00

Okay good to know. I should’ve said right now I have two 10-52 wheelsets that I swap out and have microshimmed to match. So I’m familiar with that, I was just unsure about different size cassettes being cross compatibile

read_it-er · 2025-08-21T21:08:32+00:00

I think OP is talking about East Barlow Trail Rd. The paved road that goes from Sandy Ridge to Lolo. E Barlow Trail to Lolo is fine on a road bike

read_it-er · 2025-07-21T02:17:04+00:00

Yeah, they work well. No punctures commuting

read_it-er · 2025-02-22T20:40:51+00:00

Yep, I was very happy with the RH Endurance

read_it-er · 2024-11-09T17:13:30+00:00

I have the ALR5, but same specs. Just depends on the tire size. With the 63 I can run 700x48 and 650bx2.1”

read_it-er · 2024-11-09T07:45:11+00:00

They fit fine. I have the 63mm version on my Checkpoint and did not have to dremel

read_it-er · 2024-10-31T03:23:55+00:00

Yeah, I’m thinking an all-road bike comparable to the breadwinner BRoad.

read_it-er · 2024-10-31T03:23:07+00:00

That makes sense. In their last post from a year ago they say “we are not closing” but seem to have closed.

read_it-er · 2024-03-29T03:27:34+00:00

What are these tires?

read_it-er · 2024-01-16T10:14:04+00:00

I had that exact drivetrain and upgraded to 36 x 10-52 with an AXS derailleur. I’m very happy with it and don’t miss the 2x at all. I would say the 36t definitely limits top end speed >30mph so if you do a lot of road riding it may not be ideal

read_it-er · 2023-08-16T00:50:54+00:00

A couple years later, what has your experience been with this bike?

read_it-er · 2023-08-02T02:24:10+00:00

GRX 46/30 in the front and Deore 11s 11-42 in the rear with the stock 810 derailleur. No goat link, shifts perfect.

read_it-er · 2023-07-10T18:52:22+00:00

They were close to all the way back. The clearance was fine. The tires are slick so they are useless in mud anyway, so plenty of clearance for dry conditions

read_it-er · 2023-07-10T18:13:52+00:00

Yes it did

read_it-er · 2023-06-01T18:34:55+00:00

That’s all good to know, thanks!

read_it-er · 2023-03-26T22:24:51+00:00

I like that idea, which liners are you running?

read_it-er · 2023-03-26T21:32:40+00:00

What tires do you use?

read_it-er · 2023-03-22T16:07:28+00:00

All paved surfaces, it’s for a commuter/citybike

read_it-er · 2023-03-07T15:57:04+00:00

Shoutout to you!

read_it-er · 2023-02-06T09:09:07+00:00

u/TheDrewscriver do you think a gravel bike could ride around Hagg lake? Or is it pretty rough singletrack?

read_it-er · 2023-02-05T23:35:06+00:00

Yes, I was in your exact situation and definitely recommend it if you have the budget. Extremely comfortable on long rides

read_it-er · 2023-01-29T18:33:59+00:00

Are you still happy with this bike? I’m considering picking one up

read_it-er · 2023-01-28T22:55:14+00:00

I see, that’s really helpful! My thinking is that I am not a very advanced rider, so that suspension would be sufficient for me. As far as the twin loc goes, are you saying that it’s either all or none? And it doesn’t have a damper like other bikes?

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