Specialized Suspension Differences Turbo Creo 2 Comp 2025 vs Turbo Creo SL Carbon EVO 2022
Posted by starso66@reddit | ebikes | View on Reddit | 1 comments
Both bikes gravel first leaning. Looked at all the components, price, ride style. A major part of my decision is seeing if the Cr2's suspension (Future Shock 3.2) compared to the Creo EVO Future Stem Pro have a large enough difference to justify a 2k diff in price. I currently ride a road bike however always wanted to explore more gravel/mixed w road. I also wonder about rougher terrain, however not sure how aggressive I would do on a normal cadence.
I know the FS3.2 is the better of the two, however trying to figure out if I should be weighing it to the value of a 2k diff between the two bikes. The Evo (100 miles total) is a demo with better components, however mechanical shifting. The CR2 has electrical shifting. I do know there is a diff between other components however mentioning the ones that matter most to my decision and value of going Cr2 over EVO.
I must admit, try not to let it lead, however the EVO is also a nicer paint by far, I guess that shouldn't matter however you do think the same when buying a car etc.
I am learning and open to constructive feedback/recommendations/wondering. Thanks in advance
samuraipunch@reddit
It's a lot more than just a few components and which FS it has. The different sizing methods, newer motor, TCU are other differences between the two. The motor/TCU i believe can't be swapped out/upgraded, but things like the FS can be. I'd pick a Creo2 over an older one... But it's also in that e-road/gravel bike that can do a lot, depending on what you have in mind. But at the same time, depending on your timeline, maybe waiting to see if they update the frame (or whole bike in general) to be UDH compatible may be something to old out for.
For me, UDH compatibility is what I'm holding out for before getting a new bike. Especially if it's something that could split road and gravel. Once the tech from the Red line trickling down to the other group sets, having different sets of wheels paired with cogs could open up the capabilities in the two different types of riding.