Commuting - 2013 Specialized Tricross Steel

Christmas came a little early! Finally got my 2013 Specialized TriCross Steel! (ordered it back in Sept) Was really leaning towards a Surly Cross Check but wanted disc brakes. Wasn't too many other options available in steel. It's surprising how much it reminds me of a Long Haul Trucker, even has extra spoke holder on the chain-stay. So far I love it, only have about 20 miles on it because its rained just about every day I've had it so far. My only complain is the saddle, it's like sitting on the narrow edge of a 2x4. This is my first "road" bike. I've always had mountain bikes in the past. Amazing difference in climbing and speed. The thing just moves!

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that is a nice looking bike! congrats!

how is it different than cross bike? smoother tires and disc brakes... what else?

that is a nice looking bike! congrats!

how is it different than cross bike? smoother tires and disc brakes... what else?

I'm no cycling expert, but I believe cross bikes have the cables routed on the top of the top tube for shouldering, these are on the bottom. The regular aluminium tricross has the cables routed internally, these are exposed. I think the TriCross was Specialized's cross bike until the Crux came out. The TriCross is now marketed as a multi-function bike, commuting, touring, cross, light trail, etc. Has quite a few braze ons. Again, I'm hardly a bike expert, but I'm very happy with it so far. I primarily using it as a fitness bike and errand runner. I have no interest in ever racing so weight isn't an issue (I could stand to lose a few pounds anyway! :) ) Comfort was my primary goal and I would like to take a stab at bike camping/touring this summer which is why I wanted steel. It has a very good upright ride which I also like.

Nice looking bike. Enjoy :)

Awesome bike! Love the minimal graphics. Nothing is worse than being a non-paid walking billboard.

I'm no cycling expert, but I believe cross bikes have the cables routed on the top of the top tube for shouldering, these are on the bottom.

Clearly, they were aiming at the commuter/tour bike segment, not the racer,

note also the spare spoke rack on the left chainstay..

Tricross used to be just a tire knob shape .. on their tires.



One thing you missed, At point of sale was the best time
to add a rear rack and mudguards.

Very nice. Enjoy!

Beautiful bike! Looks very versatile!

That's a sexy beast!

What's the groupset on this bike?




note also the spare spoke rack on the left chainstay..


Good eye!

What's the groupset on this bike?




Good eye!

Shimano Tiagra and Avid BB5 brakes

... Comfort was my primary goal and I would like to take a stab at bike camping/touring this summer which is why I wanted steel. It has a very good upright ride which I also like.

I am interested in trying some bike camping/ touring as well this coming year. I have a motobecame fantom cx. it is aluminum, cyclocross, and i have a rear rack. I hope I can get everything in my panniers and ride to somewhere nearby.
I rode a Raleigh Clubman and it rode so nice but I could not afford the price tag.

let me know of your plans as they develop.

Awesome bike! Too bad it is so expensive.