Gravel

Specialized Diverge E5 Elite 2022

The Diverge is my most versatile bike: primarily used for Zwift on the indoor trainer, but still ready for commuting and the occasional gravel race. Its aluminium frame, carbon fork and 2×10 GRX setup keep it practical across all three roles.

Frame size
54 cm
Specialized Diverge E5 Elite 2022 gravel bike

Current specification

Frame & Fork

ComponentModelKey details
FrameSpecialized Diverge E5 Premium Aluminum2022 · size 54 cm
ForkFACT carbonFull-carbon steerer · 12 × 100 mm thru-axle · flat-mount

Drivetrain

ComponentModelKey details
CranksetShimano GRX RX60046/30T
Bottom bracketShimano BSA68 mm threaded
Front derailleurShimano GRX RX400Braze-on
Rear derailleurShimano GRX RX40010-speed
ShiftersShimano GRX RX400Hydraulic levers · 2×10-speed
CassetteShimano CS-HG50-1011–36T
ChainShimano Deore CN-HG5410-speed

Wheels & Tyres

ComponentModelKey details
WheelsetAXIS Elite DiscAlloy · tubeless-ready · 12 × 100 / 12 × 142 mm
TyresContinental Grand Prix 5000 Folding28-622 · black/cream

Cockpit & Contact Points

ComponentModelKey details
StemDeda Zero 170 mm · AL6061
HandlebarSpecialized Shallow Drop6061 aluminium · 70 × 125 mm · 31.8 mm clamp
Bar tapeSyntace Cork Tape30 mm thick
SeatpostAlloy two-bolt seatpost12 mm offset · 27.2 mm
SaddleBody Geometry BridgeSteel rails
PedalsShimano SPD-SLRoad clipless

Indoor setup

ComponentModelKey details
Smart trainerWahoo KICKR MOVE 2—
PlatformZwift—
DisplayiPad Pro M4—
FanWahoo KICKR HEADWIND—