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Crux 5 turns more of your effort into pure speed—validated across real race courses, real terrain, and real riders. When the goal is the top step, nothing in gravel gets you there faster.
Crux 5 turns more of your effort into pure speed—validated across real race courses, real terrain, and real riders. When the goal is the top step, nothing in gravel gets you there faster.
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Specialized Crux 5 Expert 2027 Carbon Gravel Road Bike - Shadow Silver

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Cycle Solutions offer a full 18-month warranty on bikes purchased through our online shop, in line with the guidance set out in the Consumer Rights Acts 2015.

In the unfortunate event of your purchase being affected by a warranty-covered fault, please inform us by email ([email protected]). Please note that our Aftersales Department's operating hours are 09:00AM to 17:30PM Monday to Friday.

Once a warranty claim has been placed we will review the claim and advise on an appropriate course of action, please do not return your item until you have spoken to an advisor.

Please allow a minimum of 15 working days from receipt of returned item(s) for repair/replacement under warranty. We expect to be able to return the items within a maximum 30 working days, however, specific timescales can change based on the requirements of the individual case.

Most bikes and accessories are covered by a standard manufacturer's warranty but please be aware that there are faults/issues that are NOT covered by your warranty. This includes;

  • Any normal wear and tear from using the product
  • Improperly installed or repaired products (always follow the instruction guides for any product set-up or installation)
  • Modifications to products
  • Stripped pedal threads - a comprehensive guide on the correct installation of pedals is sent out with every bike
  • E-bike batteries and associated componentry

Returns

We operate a 365-day return policy so that if you change your mind, the unused items can be returned to us so that you can purchase with complete peace of mind.

Once you have spoken to our aftersales department, you may need to return the item, you can arrange this via any courier/delivery service that you choose.

Please contact us in advance if you wish to return a bike

If a bike needs to be returned due to an incorrect size being ordered, or the item is no longer wanted or ordered in error, then collection can be arranged at a cost of £40.00. If you do not wish to use our collection service then any alternative return method will need to be arranged at your own cost.

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Before sending your item back, please download and complete our returns form, completing all relevant sections and including this with your return - if your item is returned without the form included it can take significantly longer to correctly process the item and review the issue.

Returns Form

Item/s must be returned in the original packaging (in a resaleable condition), unused and unopened within 14-days of notification to cancel.

Proof of postage will be required as Cycle Solutions is unable to accept liability for loss or damage whilst in transit back to us.


Additional non-returnable items:

· Any products that due to hygiene reasons, cannot be returned. This includes all undergarments (including socks) as well as padded shorts,bibshorts, tights, etc

· Downloadable software products

· Some health and personal care items

· CD/DVD's or software that have been opened

· Any Food or drink products that, upon return, will be within 3 months of the sell-by date

· Gift cards

· Customised bike orders

Your refund will be done with 30 days of receipt of returned goods and will not be done until the goods are received and inspected.

Please do not send your purchase back to the manufacturer.

Returning a product under the WEEE Regulations.

What do the WEEE regulations mean?

WEEE (The Waste Electrical and electronic Equipment) Directive is UK law that governs the disposal and recycling of all electrical items. The law, introduced in 2014, puts the emphasis on the producers and suppliers of electrical equipment to pay for the collection, treatment and recovery of waste electricals.

As a retailer that sells new Electrical and Electronic products we will take back old items, provided it is a like-for-like replacement when you buy a new product from us. We will then responsibly dispose of the old product ensuring that it doesn’t end up in landfill.

Old products must be returned directly to our shop or head office (details below) within 28 days of your new purchase, clearly marked as WEEE.

Cycle Solutions Head Office
6 Europa way
Fforestfach
Swansea
SA5 4AJ

Disposing of equipment yourself

If you choose not to send your equipment back to us for disposal then you can dispose of any electricals or electronics yourself at your local recycling centre, who will dispose of your equipment via a controlled recycling process.

You can locate your closest collection site by entering your postcode at www.recycle-more.co.uk

What products fall under WEEE Regulations?

As part of the WEEE regulations, all electrical and electronic goods produced after August 2005 that fall under WEEE regulations should be clearly marked with a crossed-out bin symbol which means they should not be included with household waste so that they can be recycled

As a responsible retailer we take all steps possible to ensure that our business meets all requirements of any EU & UK consumer protection laws, particularly the Consumer Contracts (Information, Cancellation & Additional Charges) Regulations 2013 and other legislation specific to the products that we sell.

If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please contact us at [email protected].

Warranty

Uprise offer a full 18-month warranty on bikes purchased through our online shop, in line with the guidance set out in the Consumer Rights Acts 2015.

In the unfortunate event of your purchase being affected by a warranty-covered fault, please inform us by email ([email protected]).

Please note that our Aftersales Department's operating hours are 08:30AM to 17:30PM Monday to Friday.

Once a warranty claim has been placed, we will review the claim and advise on an appropriate course of action, please do not return your item until you have spoken to an advisor.

Please allow a minimum of 15 working days from receipt of returned item(s) for repair/replacement under warranty. We expect to be able to return the items within a maximum 30 working days, however, specific timescales can change based on the requirements of the individual case.

Most bikes and accessories are covered by a standard manufacturer's warranty but please be aware that there are faults/issues that are NOT covered by your warranty. This includes.

  • Any normal wear and tear from using the product.
  • Improperly installed or repaired products (always follow the instruction guides for any product set-up or installation)
  • Modifications to products
  • Stripped pedal threads - a comprehensive guide on the correct installation of pedals is sent out with every bike.
  • E-bike batteries and associated componentry

Returns

We operate a 365-day return policy so that you can purchase with complete peace of mind.

Once you have spoken to our aftersales department, you may need to return the item, you can arrange this via any courier/delivery service that you choose.

Bikes

Please contact us in advance if you wish to return a bike as Collect+ will not accept large items

If a bike needs to be returned due to an incorrect size being ordered, or the item is no longer wanted or ordered in error, then collection can be arranged at a cost of £40.00. If you do not wish to use our collection service then any alternative return method will need to be arranged at your own cost.

Any Other Returns

Before sending your item back, please download and complete our returns form, completing all relevant sections and including this with your return - if your item is returned without the form included it can take significantly longer to correctly process the item and review the issue..

Returns Form

Item/s must be returned in the original packaging (in a resaleable condition), unused and unopened within 14-days of notification to cancel.

If Collect+ is not being used, then proof of postage will be required as Cycle Solutions is unable to accept liability for loss or damage whilst in transit back to us.


Additional non-returnable items:

Any products that due to hygiene reasons, cannot be returned. This includes all undergarments (including socks) as well as padded shorts, bibshorts, tights, etc

• Downloadable software products

• Some health and personal care items

• CD/DVD's or software that have been opened

• Any Food or drink products that, upon return, will be within 3 months of the sell-by date

• Gift cards

• Customised bike orders

Your refund will be done with 30 days of receipt of returned goods and will not be done until the goods are received and inspected.

Please do not send your purchase back to the manufacturer.

Returning a product under the WEEE Regulations.

What do the WEEE regulations mean?

WEEE (The Waste Electrical and electronic Equipment) Directive is UK law that governs the disposal and recycling of all electrical items. The law, introduced in 2014, puts the emphasis on the producers and suppliers of electrical equipment to pay for the collection, treatment and recovery of waste electricals.

As a retailer that sells new Electrical and Electronic products we will take back old items, provided it is a like-for-like replacement when you buy a new product from us. We will then responsibly dispose of the old product ensuring that it doesn't end up in landfill.

Old products must be returned directly to our shop or head office (details below) within 28 days of your new purchase, clearly marked as WEEE.

Uprise Bikes

6 Europa way

Fforestfach

Swansea

SA5 4AJ

Disposing of equipment yourself

If you choose not to send your equipment back to us for disposal then you can dispose of any electricals or electronics yourself at your local recycling centre, who will dispose of your equipment via a controlled recycling process.

You can locate your closest collection site by entering your postcode at www.recycle-more.co.uk

What products fall under WEEE Regulations?

As part of the WEEE regulations, all electrical and electronic goods produced after August 2005 that fall under WEEE regulations should be clearly marked with a crossed-out bin symbol which means they should not be included with household waste so that they can be recycled

As a responsible retailer we take all steps possible to ensure that our business meets all requirements of any EU & UK consumer protection laws, particularly the Consumer Contracts (Information, Cancellation & Additional Charges) Regulations 2013 and other legislation specific to the products that we sell.

If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please contact us at [email protected].

Specialized Crux 5 Expert 2027 Carbon Gravel Road Bike - Shadow Silver

Season:2027

Brand:Specialized

Code:42948305470058

You want your legs to mean more. The Crux 5 turns effort into speed so you reach the finish sooner. It feels alive under you - light when you climb, steady when you charge across gravel, and precise when you push the pace. Every pedal stroke counts. Every line feels earned.

Why it works:

This bike isn’t about one feature. It’s about the whole thing coming together. A race-proven design, honed on real courses, real terrain, and by real riders. It’s light where it matters, aero when it helps, and built to handle rough roads without losing momentum. That’s how it delivers the lowest real-world Time to Finish of any gravel bike we’ve seen.

What you’ll notice on the road:

Start fast, change lines smoothly, and hold speed on the flats. The chassis feels stiff and responsive. The wheels roll true and fast. The cockpit sits you in a confident, efficient position. Shifts are deliberate and assured. The whole package asks you to go harder and rewards you with speed.

Key Features:

  • Frame: FACT 10r Carbon construction; 897 g frame weight.
  • Race Performance: Designed and validated to deliver the lowest real-world Time to Finish.
  • Wheels: Roval Terra C III for fast, confident rolling on mixed surfaces.
  • Cockpit: Roval Terra handlebar paired with Rapide stem for a race-ready riding position.
  • Drivetrain: SRAM Force AXS XPLR for precise, dependable shifting.
  • Handling: Tuned to ride dirt like a Tarmac rides pavement; fast and composed across rough terrain.

Take it out and feel the difference. This is a bike built to win - and to make every ride feel like a race. Ready to ride?

Technical Information
  • Frame: Crux 5 FACT 10r Carbon, Rider First Engineered™, Threaded BB, 12x142mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc, UDH dropout
  • Fork: S-Works FACT Carbon, 12x100mm thru-axle, flat-mount disc
  • Front Brake: SRAM Force E1, hydraulic disc
  • Rear Brake: SRAM Force E1, hydraulic disc
  • Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB BSA 68 Wide
  • Rear Derailleur: SRAM Force AXS E1 XPLR, 13-speed
  • Shift Levers: SRAM Force AXS E1, hydraulic disc
  • Chain: SRAM Force E1
  • Cassette: SRAM Force E1 XPLR, 13-speed, 10-46t
  • Crankset: SRAM Force E1 XPLR, DUB Wide, 40t
  • Inner Tubes: 700x32-50mm, 40mm Presta valve
  • Front Wheel: Roval Terra C III, 27mm inner width carbon rim, tubeless ready, 25.5mm depth, DT 370 hub, 24h, Sapim D-Light spokes
  • Rear Wheel: Roval Terra C III, 27mm inner width carbon rim, tubeless ready, 25.5mm depth, DT 370 hub, 24h, Sapim D-Light spokes
  • Front Tyre: Pathfinder 700x45, Tubeless Ready
  • Rear Tyre: Pathfinder 700x45, Tubeless Ready
  • Saddle: Body Geometry Power Expert
  • SeatPost: S-Works Tarmac SL8 Carbon seat post, FACT Carbon, 15mm offset
  • Stem: Roval Rapide, alloy, 4 bolt, -6 degrees
  • Handlebars: Roval Terra, carbon, 103mm drop x 70mm reach x 12º flare
  • Tape: Supacaz Super Sticky Kush
  • Seat Binder: Integrated Wedge

Please Note – Whilst we endeavour to provide up-to-date information, the manufacturer's specifications and designs can change without prior notice.

Sizing Information
Bike SizeRider Height
49cm5'1" - 5'4"
52cm5'4" - 5'6"
54cm5'6" - 5'9"
56cm5'9" - 6'0"
58cm6'0" - 6'3"
61cm6'3" - 6'6"
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