Originally Posted by CliffordK

Cyclocross is a general term.

Then way I think of it...
One has a "Road Bike" and a "MTB".
A "Hybrid" is a cross between the Road bike and MTB, usually with 700c tires, but more related to a MTB, often with front shocks and flat bars. And, for whatever reason, often "low end".
A "Cyclocross Bike" is also a cross between a Road bike and MTB, but taking more from the Road bike, usually with drop bars, "brifters", and many quality road components.

Tricross is a Specialized brand product that is a Cyclocross bike.
Crosstrail is a Specialized brand product that is a Hybrid bike.

Originally Posted by fishboy316

That's pretty much it. The crosser is a little faster I think and just as tough as a hybrid. I like the feel of the crosser better for the road than a hybrid as I also ride a roadie and love it. I ride mtb too but limit that to the woods. The crosser is fun and ok on the road. Not as fast as the roadie but for me a great foul weather and ride w/the family bike. Have also taken it on single track trails. Its really fast in the woods.
Bill