Specialized Austin

The Fastest Gravel Bike Ever Made Says ‘Eat My Dust’

Meet the All-New Crux 5

EPIC 9 PRO: SRAM X0, RockShox Ultimate Flight Attendant, Gloss Carbon Glitter Pearl. In Stock in M & L

Evolution of the Fastest
The Lightest, Fastest, Most Capable XC Race Bike Ever
Epic 9 represents 24 years of winning XC innovation, distilled into the fastest race bike in the world.

Built for modern cross-country racing, where speeds are high, lines are ugly, and the competition punishes hesitation and mistakes. Unmatched capability, control, and composure make the difference between winning and crashing, so you can stay Calm In The Chaos!

Frame, Tires, Saddle, & Grips
Drivetrain, Brakes, & Power Meter
Fork, & Shock
Wheels, Bars, & Stem
Hubs & Spokes
Dropper

22 lbs. 14.5 oz. (10.39 kg)
Available at
Visit the store or contact us to learn more.

Staff Bike Highlight: Drew’s CRUX; fresh off its third .bike, still wearing some of the course. He's just cracked 20,000 miles on this rig & over 25,000 on the platform. Despite also owning a Tarmac, an Epic, and a Vado SL, his CRUX is the bike he grabs on his way out the door most of the time. He loves its versatility to do it all, from hilly road group rides with to underbiking adventures on & to ultra-distance self-supported bikepack races like or just commuting to work at , no matter the venue, it always feels right at home.

His setup has taken many forms over the years, but here are some key build highlights in its current configuration:

S-Works Fact 12r Carbon Frame/Fork.
Terra CLX II Wheelset w/ 180 Hubs Sinc Ceramic Bearings & Aerolite Spokes.
Red XPLR AXS Groupset, 1x12 40x10-44t Drivetrain, 170mm Cranks, 160mm Rotors.
ShockStop Suspension System, 330mm Pro Endurance Seatpost, & 80mm Pro Stem w/ Computer Mount.
Body Geometry Power EVO Pro With Mirror Saddle 155mm, w/ Light Mount.
Terra Carbon Handlebar 400mm Tops x 103mm Drop x 70mm Resch x 12° Flare.
Cruise Control Top & Drop Grips.
Super Sticky Kush Gravel Bar Tape.
Tracer TLR 700x50mm Tires w/ Sealant & Tubeless Valves.
Rally XC Dual-Sided Power Meter Pedals.
Edge 1040 Solar Head Unit.
Carbon Zee Bottle Cages (X3) w/ SWAT Tool, Flex Pump, & Racer Pro Mounted, + STIX 100 Taillights (X2) & FLUX 1250 Headlight.
22 fl oz Bottles.
Saddle Bag & Frame Bag (Chestnut).
Bell.
WT-1 Chain L**e.

He likes to pair this with S-Works Recon Shoes w/ Blue Body Geometry Footbeds, Tall Knit Socks, PRIME SWAT Bibs ULTRA, PRIME LT Jersey, SL Pro Gloves, a Prevail III Helmet, Wildcat Glasses, a Fenix 6 Solar Watch, & an Race 2.0 w/ & .second fuel in the bottles & bags.

May: “Ski The Hills” In The Books! ✅

We loved seeing all of you out there today. These early mornings at .machine.works are always our favorite Saturdays of the month! 📆

There's nothing quite like catching up with old friends, hitting it off with new ones, the smell of brake pads at the bottom of Far West, the shortness of breath at the top of Courtyard (with the megaphone cheering you on), the pre-ride coffees, the post-ride beers, and of course all the PR’s from the draft of the several hundred rider deep police-escorted-pelotons🤌🏽

is something special; we’re lucky to be a part of it. We appreciate all of you who join us every month. Next time, bring a friend who's never been. 🫱🏽‍🫲🏽

Today we met a rider who came all the way from Puerto Rico, 🇵🇷, because his friend said, “You have to see it to believe it.” Glad we could fix their last-minute mechanical so they could enjoy the ride! 🙌🏽

We’ll see you back at the tent in June. Until then, if you need any support, come by the shop and see us. We're at 7 days a week, & we will be open on Memorial Day! 🫡

Have a great holiday weekend, everybody, wishing you all tailwinds! 💨

The Aero Icon, Reimagined. Specialized Evade 4.
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The helmet that changed racing just got better. Cooler. Faster. More Comfortable.
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Experience the Specialized Evade 4 for Yourself
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Every bike has a saddle. Does yours Mirror your Body Geometry?

Featured: NEW Power EVO Pro with Mirror (pictured: 155mm).

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*At a Glance*

-Use: Road, Gravel, & XC Racing and Riding
-Body Geometry: Ergonomically Designed, Scientifically Proven
-Comfort is a Weapon: 34.1% less nose pressure, 28.8% less at sitbones
-Mirror Technology: 47,000 Struts of Adaptive Support
-The Shape of Power, Evolved: Improved position versatility due to wider nose and longer rails
-Carbon reinforced nylon shell & Hollow titanium rails

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*Key Highlights*

-The Body Geometry promise is to create a seamless interface between the body and the bike by ergonomically designing and scientifically proving the performance and comfort benefits.

-Mirror technology uses an infinitely tunable 3D-printed liquid polymer for superior sitbone support.

-Body Geometry shapes offer multiple widths & shapes to match any anatomy, helping ensure support and pain-free riding.

-Supportive cutouts support your weight with the sitbones, not soft tissue, for unmatched comfort.

-Backed By Science: Proprietary pressure mapping validates that our saddles help ensure pain-free riding.

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~Power EVO Pro with Mirror: now available in 130, 143, 155, & 168mm width sizes. Body Geometry Mirror, Mimic & Foam saddle models are also available in Power, Phenom, and Romin EVO, in S-Works, Pro, & Expert levels.~

So stop by the shop and get measured today.

This one goes out to all the moms today!

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Fastest in the Dirt
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The new S-Works Recon EVO is here. Our patented PowerHug closure delivers a secure, slipper-like fit, while Body Geometry design and instant power transfer drive speed. A grippy outsole and BOA® dials add precision. Born from Recon + Ares. Built for you.
Clip in and feel the difference.
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