RaptorDuner

The guy at my LBS said the Diverge is replacing the Secteur. I noticed on Specialized website that the Secteur offerings are at least cut in half and are not offering any disc options. I wouldn't be surprised to see it gone for 2016.

Bassmanbob

I saw one at a LBS in Boca Raton, Florida this past Saturday. I told the salesman that I was interested in getting a commuter/short touring bike. This is what he recommended. I didn't know it was a brand new addition, and it was too big for me, so I didn't test ride it. It was a cool looking bike though. It has the thingy attachments (can't think of the name of it) for a back rack, but they are not on the front fork.

Falchoon

Specialized Diverge review | CyclingTips

Lt Stonez

Someone tested it now? Looks really nice this allround bike

B1KE

I don't get the difference between this and the Secteur;

-Both are touring bikes
- Both have relaxed geometry
- Both can come equipped with disc brakes
- Both can fit up to 32mm tires with the current Secteur elite riding 30mm
- Both come in the same materials
- Both have zertz inserts
- Both have the same carbon forks
- Both ride the same tires
- Both are described as bikes that have the ability to go off road.

The Diverge looks more like a marketing ploy than a innovative product. I suspect the only difference might be is a 5-10% change in the frame perhaps for more shock abosorption on the Diverge than the Secteur but that's just a guess because these bikes look identical to me on paper.

RaptorDuner

Specialized is not showing any disc equipped Secteurs for 2015 and the Diverge is offered in carbon. The Secteur will probably be gone when their stock of frames run out.

Long Tom

Roubaix that clears bigger rubber and has rack mounts... sign me up!

It'd be fun to geek out on one if the money didn't matter. ****ing money, anyway.

Lt Stonez

Are you sure about the rack mounts?

BillinPA

Lbs texted me he had two diverges to look at A1 and a smartweld. Really nice bikes. The smartweld was presold. I really liked the bike. I ordered a smartweld. Should be in late next week. First drop bar bike. I am excited.

Falchoon

I think the Secteur was alloy frame? Diverge is carbon. Secteur doesn't appear to be available any more.

sleepy

Get a CrossCheck or a Straggler and call it a day.

PaulRivers

Don't want something overly heavy, slow, that has those silly bar end shifters. :-P

macca33

Yep, rackmounts and through axles on the front. My local bloke has one at present as a demo - no use to you people in the US, of course - he is riding it around with ~32mm tyres and it is good for tarmac and unpaved roads. He indicated it had similar geometry to the Roubaix, but obviously has features which separate the two models.

I think they'll find a fairly good place for themselves and are just another option for those who don't want/need a dedicated tarmac/road bike, or do mixed riding and can only do with one bicycle.

I reckon in that regard, a CX bike is just as good - but many (most???) would not have rack mount options.

cheers

BillinPA

Got my Diverge smartweld today. Rode 26 miles in 28 degree temps. It is a great bike. Looking forward to many miles.

BigC_82

Did u take it on any gravel?

BillinPA

no gravel yet. Pavement ranging from nice to very beat up with tree roots and about a mile of brick road.

dippydog

I got my Diverge Expert Carbon in September and have since done a couple of thousand km on it, mainly on wet gritty, bumpy tarmac roads. It perfect for that.

The only thing I have changed is the tyres. After a half dozen punctures I have switched to Challenge Strada Bianca 30mm clinchers which I prefer.

isberg

I finally received my Diverge Comp Carbon I ordered back in Sept. Loooong delay on the clyde sizes. Full Ultegra drivetrain upgrade, Specialized Expert alloy handlebar upgrade. Trainer setup because this is northern Wi in January

Dunbar

What is that thing under the bottle cage?

isberg

Part of MTB XC kit: Specialized Bicycle Components

BigC_82

Is that a 60cm frame? It looks great for its large size.

JimF22003

Glad to see they're starting to arrive. I'm now getting "end of January"... Ordered in early October. I'm getting the 54, which is one of the most common sizes, but I don't know if that's good or bad WRT availabiity.

Roadrash3

I should pickup my smartweld this weekend. I did get to look at it yesterday and after having a lynskey Ti, the welds on the smartweld are just ugly looking. But i wanted a new road bike, and i really like the idea of a wider tire and disc brakes, i am not chasing any records but want comfort and bracking. I ride a lot of big hills and looking forward to Levi's grand fondo and the death ride, which is a lot of mountain riding. The disc brakes should really come in nice. I will let you all know what i think. I was torn on the carbon model versus smartweld (Smartweld only because that was were shimano 105 and up started), but with carbon my kids are rough in the garage and i was worried, also if i do go off road, the idea of gravel banging that frame causes me anxiety. I know carbon is supposed to be tough, but i have had a cracked carbon frame, so a little nervous. I was hoping to sell my salsa colossal before this bike came so i could swap and wife wouldn't notice, but didn't happen yet, i am in trouble!!

isberg

64cm frame. A 66 would probably provide a better fit -- wouldn't have to max out the seat post and could lower the handlebars -- but 64cm frames offer a limited choice and anything larger is not offered by any major manufacturer and is thus even more limited. I just personally do not like the looks of Gunnars and their ilk. As setup this provides a good fit, and I didn't need a stem riser this time.

Roadrash3

took my bike out for its first ride, LOVE IT. my average speed with the hills around my house i ride is 12-15mph, i averaged 14mph, so not really slower like i though it might be with the wider tires, but with the wider tires the bike handled amazing, the disc brakes are awesome. My salsa had disc brakes but they were mechanical, these hydraulic disk brakes are awesome. like a mountain bike but with the less weight, they stop very fast. I am very content. I was leaning towards a trek domane before this purchase but really liked the idea of discs and wider tires. Other then that handles and feels just like a road bike. Although i can wheelie it, don't know why, maybe longer wheelbase?