Specialized Diverge Sport Carbon 2022 Gravel Bike Gloss Smoke/Black/Transparent/Chrome/Wild

3.2 out of 5 Customer Rating

The Details

Gravel riding is evolving so if you're looking to take your gravel adventures to the next level, there's nothing faster or more fun than the Specialized Diverge Sport Carbon. Quite simply put, Diverge is super fast. Yet Diverge can also deliver a ride that is stable and confidence-inspiring when the terrain gets rough.

This bike is built from Specialized's FACT 8r carbon, providing a light yet capable frame that is well suited to nicking a local gravel climb KOM and then carving your way back down the descent as well. The FACT carbon fork is great for providing nimble and lively handling, and it's also paired with Specialized Future Shock 1.5, the perfect technology for gravel riding. With 20mm of progressively tuned compliance just where you need it, with a hydraulic damper you'll always be comfortable and firmly in control letting you keep the power down and keep your upper body fresh. Future Shock allows you to take on the rough stuff whilst remaining as efficient as possible on smoother terrain.

The Diverge Sport Carbon has been built up with components that are well-suited to gravel riding. This starts with the SRAM Apex 1x11-speed drivetrain and continues through to the DT Swiss G540 wheelset. This is backed up by the reliable stopping power of the Sram Apex hydraulic brakes.

Diverge also has specifically designed gravel geometry, providing a ride that is stable on dirt but nimble and responsive on the road. The reach is longer, there is a slackened head tube angle and the fork has a longer offset. Meanwhile, the BB has been kept low to increase stability, but will still allow you to use 650B wheels if desired.

Diverge also has a massive 47mm of tire clearance (on a 700c wheel) and features an array of rack mounts including fork and top tube mounts.

  • FACT 8r carbon frame
  • SRAM Apex 1x11-speed groupset
  • Future Shock 1.5
  • DT Swiss G540 wheelset
  • Pathfinder Pro 2BR 42mm tires

Our Verdict

Gravel riding is evolving so if you're looking to take your gravel adventures to the next level, there's nothing faster or more fun than the Specialized Diverge Sport Carbon.

Key Specifications

Key Specifications

    • Frame - Specialized Diverge FACT 8r carbon
    • Fork - FACT Carbon, Future Shock 1.5 w/Smooth Boot
    • Drivetrain - SRAM Apex 1x11-speed
    • Brakes - SRAM Apex, hydraulic disc

Full Specification

    • Frame - Specialized Diverge FACT 8r carbon, Future Shock suspension, threaded BB, internal routing, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
    • Fork - Future Shock 1.5 w/Smooth Boot, FACT carbon, 12x100 mm thru-axle, flat-mount
    • Number of Gears - 11-speed
    • Shifters - SRAM Apex, hydraulic
    • Chainset - SRAM Apex 1x
    • Chainrings - 40T
    • Cassette - Sunrace, 11-speed, alloy spider, 11-42t
    • Chain - KMC X11 Extra Lightweight, 11-speed
    • Rear Derailleur - SRAM Apex 1, long cage, 11-speed
    • Bottom Bracket - Sram GXP
    • Front Wheel - DT Swiss G540 rim, 24mm internal width, tubeless ready, 24h, Specialized full sealed bearing thru axle hub, centerlock disc, DT Swiss Champion 14G stainless steel spokes, DT Swiss brass nipples
    • Rear Wheel - DT Swiss G540 rim, 24mm internal width, tubeless ready, 24h, Specialized full sealed bearing thru axle hub, centerlock disc, DT Swiss Champion 14G stainless steel spokes, DT Swiss brass nipples
    • Front Tyre - Pathfinder Pro 2BR, Tan sidewall, 700x42
    • Rear Tyre - Pathfinder Pro 2BR, Tan sidewall, 700x42
    • Front Brake - SRAM Apex, hydraulic disc, 160mm G2 CenterLine rotor
    • Rear Brake - SRAM Apex, hydraulic disc, 160mm G2 CenterLine rotor
    • Handlebars - Specialized Adventure Gear Hover, 103mm drop x 70mm reach x 12º flare
    • Tape - Roubaix S-Wrap
    • Stem - Future Stem, Comp
    • Saddle - Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
    • Seatpost - Carbon, single-bolt, 27.2mm
    • Post Clamp - Specialized Alloy, 30.8mm
    • Manufacturers disclaimer - Please note that, based on component availability and other factors, specifications are subject to change without notice.

Sizing Information

Specialized Gravel Bike Size Guide

The below Size Guide is relevant for the following Specialized Bikes: Diverge


Inches Centimeters Size
4'8" - 5'0" 142 - 152 44
5'0" - 5'4" 152 - 163 48
5'2" - 5'4" 158 - 163 50
5'4" - 5'7" 163 - 170 52
5'7" - 5'10" 170 - 178 54
5'9" - 6'0" 175 - 180 56
5'11" - 6'2" 180 - 188 58
6'2" - 6'5" 188 - 196 61
6'5" - 6'9" 196 - 205 64

Delivery

SPECIAL OFFER! Standard Delivery FREE on all bikes during June!*

Bikes are given a full pre-delivery inspection and delivered 95% built, with only pedals to be fitted and handlebars to be adjusted. Sent via a 24 hour courier service in a best in sector bike cargo box with wheel braces and wrapped in 100% recyclable protective packaging to prevent damage during transit.

*Shipping is normally free over £499 and £24.99 for bikes under £499. Offer ends 30/06/22. Some off-shore locations and areas of Scotland may incur a surcharge of £39.99. Please check shipping cost before checking out, these areas may also have an extended lead time.

 

NEW  Premium Delivery - FREE on bikes over £3999*

Our Premium same-day bike delivery service is our quickest and best delivery service; once despatched, you'll receive your new bike later that same day with a personalised delivery slot to suit you. Your bike will come fully built and 100% ready to ride, with any accessories you've ordered fitted too. Our Customer Care team will call to arrange a delivery day and a personalised delivery slot to suit you. There are no middlemen or distribution centres - your new bike will come from Rutland Cycling, direct to your doorstep. Plus, there is no packaging to dispose of!

* Postcode exclusions apply, normally £99.

 

Same Day Premium bike delivery at Rutland Cycling

 

Click & collect - FREE on ALL bikes

Our Click & Collect service offers all the benefits of shopping online, combined with an award-winning retail experience in one of our stores. Simply order your items, select Click & Collect and pick up your item at a time that's convenient for you - our stores are open 7 days a week. Best of all, the service is completely free.

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Your Questions Answered

Gravel riding is evolving so if you're looking to take your gravel adventures to the next level, there's nothing faster or more fun than the Specialized Diverge Sport Carbon. Quite simply put, Diverge is super fast. Yet Diverge can also deliver a ride that is stable and confidence-inspiring when the terrain gets rough.

This bike is built from Specialized's FACT 8r carbon, providing a light yet capable frame that is well suited to nicking a local gravel climb KOM and then carving your way back down the descent as well. The FACT carbon fork is great for providing nimble and lively handling, and it's also paired with Specialized Future Shock 1.5, the perfect technology for gravel riding. With 20mm of progressively tuned compliance just where you need it, with a hydraulic damper you'll always be comfortable and firmly in control letting you keep the power down and keep your upper body fresh. Future Shock allows you to take on the rough stuff whilst remaining as efficient as possible on smoother terrain.

The Diverge Sport Carbon has been built up with components that are well-suited to gravel riding. This starts with the SRAM Apex 1x11-speed drivetrain and continues through to the DT Swiss G540 wheelset. This is backed up by the reliable stopping power of the Sram Apex hydraulic brakes.

Diverge also has specifically designed gravel geometry, providing a ride that is stable on dirt but nimble and responsive on the road. The reach is longer, there is a slackened head tube angle and the fork has a longer offset. Meanwhile, the BB has been kept low to increase stability, but will still allow you to use 650B wheels if desired.

Diverge also has a massive 47mm of tire clearance (on a 700c wheel) and features an array of rack mounts including fork and top tube mounts.

  • FACT 8r carbon frame
  • SRAM Apex 1x11-speed groupset
  • Future Shock 1.5
  • DT Swiss G540 wheelset
  • Pathfinder Pro 2BR 42mm tires

Key Specifications

    • Frame - Specialized Diverge FACT 8r carbon
    • Fork - FACT Carbon, Future Shock 1.5 w/Smooth Boot
    • Drivetrain - SRAM Apex 1x11-speed
    • Brakes - SRAM Apex, hydraulic disc

Full Specification

    • Frame - Specialized Diverge FACT 8r carbon, Future Shock suspension, threaded BB, internal routing, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
    • Fork - Future Shock 1.5 w/Smooth Boot, FACT carbon, 12x100 mm thru-axle, flat-mount
    • Number of Gears - 11-speed
    • Shifters - SRAM Apex, hydraulic
    • Chainset - SRAM Apex 1x
    • Chainrings - 40T
    • Cassette - Sunrace, 11-speed, alloy spider, 11-42t
    • Chain - KMC X11 Extra Lightweight, 11-speed
    • Rear Derailleur - SRAM Apex 1, long cage, 11-speed
    • Bottom Bracket - Sram GXP
    • Front Wheel - DT Swiss G540 rim, 24mm internal width, tubeless ready, 24h, Specialized full sealed bearing thru axle hub, centerlock disc, DT Swiss Champion 14G stainless steel spokes, DT Swiss brass nipples
    • Rear Wheel - DT Swiss G540 rim, 24mm internal width, tubeless ready, 24h, Specialized full sealed bearing thru axle hub, centerlock disc, DT Swiss Champion 14G stainless steel spokes, DT Swiss brass nipples
    • Front Tyre - Pathfinder Pro 2BR, Tan sidewall, 700x42
    • Rear Tyre - Pathfinder Pro 2BR, Tan sidewall, 700x42
    • Front Brake - SRAM Apex, hydraulic disc, 160mm G2 CenterLine rotor
    • Rear Brake - SRAM Apex, hydraulic disc, 160mm G2 CenterLine rotor
    • Handlebars - Specialized Adventure Gear Hover, 103mm drop x 70mm reach x 12º flare
    • Tape - Roubaix S-Wrap
    • Stem - Future Stem, Comp
    • Saddle - Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
    • Seatpost - Carbon, single-bolt, 27.2mm
    • Post Clamp - Specialized Alloy, 30.8mm
    • Manufacturers disclaimer - Please note that, based on component availability and other factors, specifications are subject to change without notice.

Gravel riding is evolving so if you're looking to take your gravel adventures to the next level, there's nothing faster or more fun than the Specialized Diverge Sport Carbon.

Sizing Information

Specialized Gravel Bike Size Guide

The below Size Guide is relevant for the following Specialized Bikes: Diverge


Inches Centimeters Size
4'8" - 5'0" 142 - 152 44
5'0" - 5'4" 152 - 163 48
5'2" - 5'4" 158 - 163 50
5'4" - 5'7" 163 - 170 52
5'7" - 5'10" 170 - 178 54
5'9" - 6'0" 175 - 180 56
5'11" - 6'2" 180 - 188 58
6'2" - 6'5" 188 - 196 61
6'5" - 6'9" 196 - 205 64

SPECIAL OFFER! Standard Delivery FREE on all bikes during June!*

Bikes are given a full pre-delivery inspection and delivered 95% built, with only pedals to be fitted and handlebars to be adjusted. Sent via a 24 hour courier service in a best in sector bike cargo box with wheel braces and wrapped in 100% recyclable protective packaging to prevent damage during transit.

*Shipping is normally free over £499 and £24.99 for bikes under £499. Offer ends 30/06/22. Some off-shore locations and areas of Scotland may incur a surcharge of £39.99. Please check shipping cost before checking out, these areas may also have an extended lead time.

 

NEW  Premium Delivery - FREE on bikes over £3999*

Our Premium same-day bike delivery service is our quickest and best delivery service; once despatched, you'll receive your new bike later that same day with a personalised delivery slot to suit you. Your bike will come fully built and 100% ready to ride, with any accessories you've ordered fitted too. Our Customer Care team will call to arrange a delivery day and a personalised delivery slot to suit you. There are no middlemen or distribution centres - your new bike will come from Rutland Cycling, direct to your doorstep. Plus, there is no packaging to dispose of!

* Postcode exclusions apply, normally £99.

 

Same Day Premium bike delivery at Rutland Cycling

 

Click & collect - FREE on ALL bikes

Our Click & Collect service offers all the benefits of shopping online, combined with an award-winning retail experience in one of our stores. Simply order your items, select Click & Collect and pick up your item at a time that's convenient for you - our stores are open 7 days a week. Best of all, the service is completely free.

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Purchase Price £2,999.99
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All of our finance options are available online with no deposit, however if you would like to pay a deposit then you can speak to our helpful sales team who will arrange this and process your application for you.

Available Finance Options
Duration (months) Interest Rate (p.a. fixed) Monthly Payments Amount of Credit Total Repayable Deferral period
6 months 0 % APR £499.99 £2,999.99 £2,999.94 0.0
12 months 0 % APR £249.99 £2,999.99 £2,999.88 0.0
24 months 0 % APR £124.99 £2,999.99 £2,999.76 0.0
36 months 0 % APR £83.33 £2,999.99 £2,999.88 0.0
48 months 0 % APR £62.49 £2,999.99 £2,999.52 0.0
12 months 15.9 % APR £270.56 £2,999.99 £3,246.72 0.0
24 months 15.9 % APR £145.24 £2,999.99 £3,485.76 0.0
36 months 15.9 % APR £103.77 £2,999.99 £3,735.72 0.0
48 months 15.9 % APR £83.26 £2,999.99 £3,996.48 0.0
36 months 16.9 % APR £112.13 £2,999.99 £4,036.68 6

Credit subject to status and affordability. Terms & Conditions Apply. Rutland Cycling is a credit broker and is Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Credit is provided by Novuna Personal Finance, a trading style of Mitsubishi HC Capital UK PLC, authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Financial Services Register no. 704348. Term & Conditions apply. The register can be accessed through https://www.fca.org.uk