Comments on: The New 2017 Specialized Diverge Light Touring Bikes https://www.cyclingabout.com/2017-specialized-diverge-light-touring-bikes/ Bikepacking, Bicycle Touring, Equipment, Testing, Videos Wed, 27 Dec 2023 15:31:00 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 By: Alee | CyclingAbout.com https://www.cyclingabout.com/2017-specialized-diverge-light-touring-bikes/#comment-3781 Tue, 25 Jul 2017 22:55:00 +0000 https://www.cyclingabout.com/?p=9291#comment-3781 In reply to Fremont Resident.

Tyres make a great difference! Glad you’re enjoying your new bike.

]]> By: Fremont Resident https://www.cyclingabout.com/2017-specialized-diverge-light-touring-bikes/#comment-3780 Tue, 25 Jul 2017 21:48:00 +0000 https://www.cyclingabout.com/?p=9291#comment-3780 Picked up a 2017 Specialized Diverge DSW for Father’s Day. Been really enjoying it. Much smoother because of the larger tires than my 2000 Trek USPS. Though I may not be as fast as when I am on the Trek, I don’t feel as beat up having to “feel” the imperfections of the road. I was surprised that the Specialized with its aluminum frame would transmit less road shock vs. my Trek which has a carbon frame. But running higher pressure 23mm tires vs. lower pressure 30mm tires sure can make a big difference. Also, I like the more upright feel on the Specialized and do not have to hunch over as much as I do with the Trek. Overall, very pleased with the bike.

]]> By: dlehman1979 https://www.cyclingabout.com/2017-specialized-diverge-light-touring-bikes/#comment-2640 Fri, 04 Nov 2016 17:57:00 +0000 https://www.cyclingabout.com/?p=9291#comment-2640 In reply to Alex.

Just put money down on a 2016 Diverge A1 Aluminum this past weekend, they where on sale to get ready for the new stock. Can’t wait. Going to be much better than a Fixie for cross city riding.

]]> By: Alee | CyclingAbout.com https://www.cyclingabout.com/2017-specialized-diverge-light-touring-bikes/#comment-2467 Thu, 01 Sep 2016 00:58:00 +0000 https://www.cyclingabout.com/?p=9291#comment-2467 In reply to Quikmix.

Given how similar the parts are between those bikes, the Norco is better value. But what you get with the Diverge is a slightly lower climbing gear, front rack mounts and a more technologically advanced aluminium frame.

]]> By: Quikmix https://www.cyclingabout.com/2017-specialized-diverge-light-touring-bikes/#comment-2466 Wed, 31 Aug 2016 23:58:00 +0000 https://www.cyclingabout.com/?p=9291#comment-2466 In reply to Alee | CyclingAbout.com.

Just in time for the holidays! Although I still can’t decide whether the Diverge (DSW) or the Aluminum Norco Search Tiagra ($1199USD) is the better value.

]]> By: Alee | CyclingAbout.com https://www.cyclingabout.com/2017-specialized-diverge-light-touring-bikes/#comment-2431 Wed, 17 Aug 2016 23:19:00 +0000 https://www.cyclingabout.com/?p=9291#comment-2431 In reply to Alex.

They’ll likely be ready in Q4 2016… depending on your region. Get in contact with your local dealer for a more accurate timeline.

]]> By: Alex https://www.cyclingabout.com/2017-specialized-diverge-light-touring-bikes/#comment-2430 Wed, 17 Aug 2016 18:49:00 +0000 https://www.cyclingabout.com/?p=9291#comment-2430 When are they for sale?

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