Lynnwood Cyclery

From the chaos of Unbound to the top step of the podium. 🏆

Mads Würtz Schmidt’s Crux 5 took on miles of mud, rough gravel, and relentless conditions—and came out victorious. Battle-scarred, race-proven, and built for one purpose: going fast when it matters most.

Take a closer look at the bike that conquered Unbound Gravel 2026. 🔥

Mud, sharp rocks, high speeds, and 320+ km of racing left no room for error at Unbound Gravel — and the all-new Crux 5 delivered when it mattered most.
Sofia credited the new platform and equipment package for helping her overcome multiple race-changing moments, including a major impact that could have ended her day on previous equipment. Riders across the field praised the increased tire clearance, improved handling, aerodynamic gains, and confidence-inspiring stability throughout the race.

For his race debut aboard the all-new S-Works Crux 5, Mads Würtz Schmidt chose a fast setup after extensive course recon to maximize speed across Kansas’ rolling terrain while staying confident through the rough sectors.

Built directly from Specialized athlete feedback, the new Crux 5 combines improved aerodynamics, greater tire clearance, enhanced stability, and increased comfort while maintaining the lightweight DNA that has made it one of the most successful gravel bikes in the world.

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Ready to crush the flint hills! 🔥

Matt Beers giving us the full bike check on his Specialized S-Works Crux 5 before Unbound Gravel. That deep red crackle paint, Roval wheels, Pathfinder tires, and full S-Works build — this thing looks absolutely dialed for the chaos of Kansas.

Let’s go Matt Beers! 💪

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

Meet the All-New Crux 5 🔥

Epic 9 — Proven to reign superior at at Nové Město na Moravě🏆🔥

Between rocks, roots, and relentless pace, Laura Stigger conquered Nové Město in style 🚵‍♀️⚡

The Specialized Factory Racing teammates Laura Stigger and Sina Frei delivered a masterclass in speed and composure, with Stigger taking the win and Frei securing another podium finish.

On a course designed to kill momentum, the Epic 9 just kept carrying speed 💨