It's no secret that 'cross doesn't play favorites out on the course—only the strong survive. And when it comes to bikes, this is especially true. That's why the 2017 Specialized CruX Elite X1 was built to deliver a no-nonsense approach to the discipline. It features the same World-Championship-winning geometry as its S-Works cousin, so ultra-responsive handling and punchy accelerations are covered. You'll also find that these traits are accentuated by the lightweight and extremely stiff FACT 10r carbon fiber construction, while course control is furthered through its one-by design and front/rear thru-axles.