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With Pre-Order, you can purchase the latest items added to our store in advance of them arriving with us.
Your Pre-Order is prioritised (at no additional charge); meaning that as soon as the product arrives with us, we can wrap it straight back up; ready for collection via Click & Collect or despatch to you — it often never even hits the stock room shelves!
With Pre-Launch, the date when we expect to receive the product ourselves is still a little too hazy to be confident in accepting Pre-Orders.
So, instead, you can submit your email address against the item you are interested in and we will email you as soon as stock arrives on the system.
Estimated Delivery & Collection Dates are given on Pre-Order and Pre-Launch products. They are for indication purposes only and can change at any time without notice.
The dates we provide are based on indications given by our suppliers. Whenever we get updated information from our suppliers we will endeavour to update the Estimated Delivery & Collection Dates provided on product pages.
Hassle-free Returns
Returns: If your order arrives damaged in some way or you simply change your mind, then you should notify us as soon as possible or within 14 days of delivery. You will have the option of returning the whole order or just the affected item(s). You can notify us by email at cycles@stows.co.uk or by post by writing to Stows Cycles, 72 High Street West, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 1EL or calling us on 01753 520 528.
We will happily exchange the goods or issue a refund.
All refunds under this returns policy will be paid within 14 days of receiving the goods back.
Any undamged items being returned must be unused and in their original packaging to prevent any further damage and in a resaleable condition.
Refunds can only be returned to the original payment method.
You are responsible for returning the items safely to us.
You are responsible for the cost of returning the goods and suggest that you use a signed for service to have proof of returns.
Season:2018
Brand:Specialized
Code:187192239484
It's no secret that 'cross doesn't play favourites out on the course—only the strong survive. And when it comes to bikes, this is especially true. That's why our CruX Elite X1 was built to deliver a no-nonsense approach to the discipline of cyclocross. Beginning with the frame, we implemented our Rider-First Engineered™ technology that was first introduced on our Tarmacs. Using size-specific tubes and layups, this technology allows the CruX to feature the same ride characteristics across every size in the range. Not only this, but it also allowed us to significantly drop the frame weight, so the CruX now comes in at a scant 900 grams for a 56cm—over 400 grams lighter than the previous frameset. A light and stiff frame, alone, isn’t useful in a 'cross race if it isn’t compliant, however, which is why the new CruX also combines stiffness and compliance in all the right places. And to assist with the latter, we lowered the seat collar by two centimetres for more exposed seatpost and, therefore, cushion for big hits. We also know that cyclocross races are often won in the corners and over the barriers, which is why the CruX geometry takes this into account. The top tube has been design for easy shouldering when you're hopping off to clear barriers, as it features a large opening to the front triangle and a flat bottom. For stability in the corners and on off-camber sections, the geometry has a low bottom bracket and a sharp front end. This combination also helps to initiate corners, regardless of the terrain. With maximum mud shedding ability in mind, we included eight millimetres of clearance on all sides of a 33mm tire, providing plenty of clearance for muddy conditions. It's awesome to have a light bike, after all, but frame weight becomes irrelevant when it’s covered in 10 pounds of mud. The CruX Elite X1 comes equipped with a spec that lets you stay focused on the race—a SRAM Rival 1 hydraulic disc groupset, lightweight and durable Roval SLX 24 clincher disc wheels, and 2Bliss Ready tires.
Mens Mountain Bike Sizing Guide
The Following chart should help you to choose the right size of Mountain bike you need based on your height.
This is a guide so always check the manufacturer’s measurements too. You can also visit us in store to speak to an experienced member of staff at Stows Cycles
Rider Height
Frame Size
Feet & Inches
Centimetres
Frame Size (inches)
4'10" - 5'2"
148cm - 158cm
13" - 14"
X-Small
5'2"" - 5'6""
158cm - 168cm
15" - 16"
Small
5'6" - 5' 10"
168cm - 178cm
17" - 18"
Medium
5'10" - 6'1"
178cm - 185cm
19" - 20"
Large
6'1" - 6'4"
185cm - 193cm
21" - 22"
X-Large
6'4" - 6'6"
193cm - 198cm
23" - 24"
XX-Large
Men's Road bike sizing guide
This handy road bike sizing chart should show you the average size of road bike you need based on your height.
This is a guide only, always check the manufacturer’s measurements too. You can also visit us in store to speak to an experienced member of staff at Stows Cycles
Suggested Road Bike Size
Frame Size (cm)
4'10" - 5'0"
148cm - 152cm
47cm - 48cm
XX-Small
5'0" - 5'3"
152cm - 160cm
49cm - 50cm
5'3" - 5'6"
160cm - 168cm
51cm - 53cm
5'6" - 5'9"
168cm - 175cm
54cm - 55cm
5'9" - 6'0"
175cm - 183cm
56cm - 58cm
6'0" - 6'3"
183cm - 191cm
58cm - 60cm
6'3" - 6'6"
191cm - 198cm
61cm - 63cm
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