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I have to say that as you get older Future Shock becomes more necessary than no suspension at all. I also think it is subjective as well.

I bought the diverge E5 comp without the future shock and I'm glad I did I hate proprietary components

I am not sure I am following, you can't put another fork on this one? I mean throw out the future shock and the existing fork and just put another one in? What if someone has this bike for 10 years and the future shock is not available to buy, you just throw out the bike?

IDK if this is the place I can ask this question but, I'm going to. I've always had my heart set on a 3x10 setup but, all the vids i see for older retro bikes (Bikes from the 90's mainly) are all on 1x10 conversions it seems. Do you know of or have a vid on a 3x10 conversion?

Can I install a regular standar fork in this kind of frame if I want to ? .

Clean cockpit¿ Wear a head lamp, the light follows your eyes. 👀

I’ve been testing this bike (Sport version) and I’m just not sold on Future Slop. I have messed with different springs and such and it just doesn’t feel great to me, and has the added negative of being proprietary, also fairly expensive to replace ($400 for modern versions, $200 for 1.5 if you can find it). Also, replacements might be hard to come across in the future as I’m sure they will try to justify different measurements with Future Slop 4.0 or whatever.

nice work with the herbie shout!

Got the 2023 e5 comp,great bike!

I enjoyed this but couldn't get past the comment, "I wouldn't dare take a bike with quick release." I have been to some very remote places, all on quick-release bikes. More recently on a quick release disc brake bike and I wouldn't hesitate to go anywhere with it.

I use a stem from SR Suntour ( - Spiral shock dampener saddle post, adjustable damping force, SP12 NCX 50mm shock length, Ø 27,2x350mm post, black version (can get them in aluminium finish), can get them in various widths for various frames also thicker than this one). And on it I use a aluminium bridged saddle. With survives it...perfectly fine, even for some down hilling a bit even without use of dropper, must say I don't travel 10K miles on it, so maybe that is a reason. But some longer rides. And without back packs. With a backpack leads to needing a much stronger upgrade to other materials like shown in the video indeed. Yet I don't want to say anything really bad about aluminium, it is made for a specific application though, which is correct I guess. But it without it is sure enough resistible is my experience But I am not a stunt driver, more like a MTB traveler/tour/gravel/with here and there a more challenging surface is all. Saying my idea of aluminium is more or less based, on what kind of rides you want it to use it on, what it's maximum capacity must be to carry, how comfortable it has to be, how long and varied the rides are, the more dependable it needs to be, just like with off road, and heavy terrains, unexpected routes, etc. It depends on what and how your ride your bike, what type of bike, and the load. I will personally add that I like it to have good looks as well. I often use a brooks or a Selle Italia, leather saddle. Always fine, just needs a cover on it when it rains, which ways a 4.something grams.

I need 1 to stop my ass bone aching like a mother. Especially on the second half of a journey.

Most riders will experience their first 100 mile day ride by joining a formal Century event where they are guided, hosted and supported by a biking organization. As I recall, these rides are open to anyone who pays the entry fee. I joined one without experience or training, and, at one point, decided to see how many riders I could overtake. Long story short, I bonked at about the 80 mile mark, and thereby learned that you can exhaust your store of energy (glycogen) by pushing too hard. It’s not a comfortable experience and it’s embarrassing to boot. You can avoid this calamity by understanding training and nutrition.

Thanks for your review.

i find myself with this dilemma in 2024: the comp is now available with a sram apex axs electronic 1x drivetrain, would this shift the balance? For 4500 euros in europe, i think competitors have better deals, but somehow the diverge appeals to me, as a gravel adventure, winter and commuter.

I recently purchased a brand new Diverge Comp Carbon. I will mainly use the bike for bikepacking. Unfortunately, I read the following about Top tube accessory bags on the Specialized Support Center page: CAUTION: Top tube accessory bags that strap around the steerer tube below the stem are not compatible with a Future Shock damper, which is equipped on all models. Use of a strap around the boot of the Future Shock damper may damage the boot (S209900002), which will impair the waterproofness of the Future Shock. It seems that the FUTURE SHOCK RUBBER BOOT can't handle a simple strap. It is very frustating. Would love it if you could do some research about this Problem. Thanks for the interesting Video 😊😊

What size chainrings did you use?

You can get a future shock delete kit, not made by Specialized but may give some options. I think Bike Sauce sells them.

DT Swiss g540 I got with my Kellys Soot 90. I use them with tubes - no problems. I bought second carbon wheels set for roads 32C Schwalbe Pro One and Barbieri TPU tubes (40g) and I see no reason to dirty the wheels. I do not understand this yt fashion for milk using.

Ratio 12sp kit mullets your SRAM road brifters for a low cost.

Thanks for the video. Very useful! The GEAR INCH Calculator doesn't load. Idk if it's my problem or maybe the page is not working.

Still haven't found the perfect saddle yet but the Brooks Swift and Wittkopp Medicus were the best so far.

Hey man been watching your Wolverine videos well produced and informative. I am 5-10 and want to order a 4.1 version but not sure between the 54 and 56. I have a really springy blast to ride steel Bianchi cross/tour bike from the 90s and its a 54 but the top tube is level and its a perfect fit. Any advice would be appreciated boss. I have a sustainable gardening channel called American Peasants you might check out and thanks again.

I can't decide between a Canyon Grilz 2XL or a Wolverine 66cm. AL frame of the Grizl is quite massive and I wonder if it would be the same weight as that of the Soma ? For the Canyon , I dislike the non standard 1.25 steerer tube and his PF bb . Many plus for the Soma : standard BB , sliding drop-out , confortable steel frame , ...but his weight ? Thks

I'm really interested in gravel biking, However im on a very foxed budget the local bike shot just dropped the price of this bike from $4300 to $3400, I have carpel tunnel, So the diverge sport carbon is a bike i really been looking into, the future shock seems like something will help my wrist/ hand issues but the Local bike shop also has the Checkpoint alr5 for $2400. CAN - also a great bike, Is Diverge worth the extra coin, Both have great reviews, Is the apex similar to GRX etc. Also you videos are Amazing, super.

Too much part there , is there a way to put a normal fork with a standard 1.25 steerer on a Diverge ? There are only Specialized who make 64cm gravel AL frames (and it's only 59) and my other choice is Canyon Grizl in 2XL but their steerer is uncommon 1.25'' .That annoy me with all their particular standards when tall frame are rare to get.

Got a new 2022 Comp for $2520 🙏

I need future shock. I hate sore hands so much.

Brilliant tip on how to measure your sitbones!

Hi, So answear please. Is future shock good system or not because I wanna buy this bike and I dont know is a good deal ? You mean that future shock is not a good point in this bike and future shock could broken down when I use this bike ?

1x drivetrains have both advantages and disadvantages. A 2x (or 3x) drivetrain is significantly more efficient ~1.5% due to a straighter chainline. A 1x drivetrain is typically about ~ 0.5lb/0.25kg than a multi chainring drivetrain (cheap wide range cassettes are heavy but so are steel chainrings). The weight gain is significantly outweighed by the drivetrain efficiency under virtually all conditions other than walking. You also tend to be able to get tighter steps between the gears. Tighter steps between the gears is often underestimated as most riders spend the vast majority of the time somewhere in the middle of their gear spread. Often one gear is too hard and the other is too easy. Yes riders can spin faster than they want or mash a bigger gear but it's fatiguing. Using a higher/lower cadence is doable for a 1-3 hour ride when you can take it easy the day after. On multi day bike trips with long days in the saddle that fatigue adds up. Some trips you might find yourself on steeper or flatter terrain than others. You might want to use the same bike for both unloaded day rides as well as loaded up with gear. Unloaded play sessions at a particular destination on a bikepacking trip as well as unloaded day rides when not on a bikepacking trip. Being able to use the same bike for a larger variety of applications is an advantage. 1x drivetrains have came a long way from what DH (and slalom) mtb racers used in the 1990's but they still have some minuses to a multi chainring setup.

If i only got 500 hours out of that futureshock, I'd replace it and sell my bike😂 Even 1000hrs would possibly push me to sell. I have a lot more than 500hrs on my lauf fork and probably 800hrs on a redshift stem on a different bike. Both work as well as when new. Took the rubber bits out of my stem to examine them and they look great

Good info, but terrible visuals.

Miss your videos man. I hope you’re still enjoying some rides though

New subscriber. Very informative video. I started converting Cross bikes in the 1990's. I live in some mountainous country (Northern Arizona). Occasionally, I have to reach for a vertical emergency gear. I am looking to drop a few teeth on my small chain ring. Any suggestions? My rear cog is 11-34. Thanks again.

The Swat storage is best used with the Swat Pod bags. That way, nothing gets stuck in there and nothing rattles. You can actually fit two. One for tools and tube, the other for energy gels and a packable lightweight rain shell. Though, I actually prefer to put energy bars and gels in the bento box bag, so I do'nt have to stop to fish them out when I need a boost..

Id still say the best bike for bikepacking/touring is a gravel bike dropbar

Apply Nu-Finish car polish to the frame prior to riding.

Great video and build. Just picked up a V4.1 wolverine. Wondering what your chainline measurement is with your awesome White Industries crank setup

I have a Trek Checkpoint SL with Shimano GRX 800 series 1x shifters, 38t Wolftooth oval chainring, GRX 812 derailleur with Garbaruk long cage, and Shimano Deore 11-51 cassette. Loving it. Video coming soon on it. I love what you did with yours!

Excellent, informative and detailed video! Great work!

Thanks for the info about the future shock servicing price.

Great video and nice Diverge.

I remove the plastic disc as well.

I have the preconceived impression that all serious cyclists wear cushioned shorts. So I presume this entire video presumes cushioned shorts. You never addressed cushioned shorts, so I am left doubting everything you said.

I avoid proprietary components like the plague. I like to tinker with aftermarket components too much to be handcuffed like that.

Please keep making videos, I’m new to biking and your channel has been one of my favorite.

A 7:30, on voit une jeune femme au coté d'un vélo SPECIALIZED. Quelle est le modèle ? On dirait un VTT avec un cintre gravel. Merci What's the model of SPECIALIZER bike at 7:30 ?