First things first: despite its name the Team DX Cross isn’t actually a cyclocross bike, with it sitting in the German online outfit Rose’s ‘gravel’ range (whatever that may mean…).
Either way, its hydroformed alloy frame features smooth welds – at least on the top half – and is heavy on detailing, with an asymmetric rear end, flat-mount disc brakes, rack and mudguard/fender eyelets and even bosses for a kickstand.
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At 135mm the 10mm thru-axle rear dropouts are narrower than some. That means you only get a guide slot on the non-driveside to seat the wheel, which can mean a bit of wiggling when replacing the wheel and screwing in the thru-axle. But since this isn’t a bike designed for race-fast wheel changes, it’s not that much of an issue.
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Slack and short
The geometry mixes a steep 74-degree seat angle with a slacker 71-degree head angle, which combines with the shortish reach to create a forward, quite upright riding position. This can feel a little bit on the short side, especially when you’re climbing out of the saddle.
The steady steering adds to the relaxed feel on the road, while the compliant carbon fork, huge tyres and a 27.2mm carbon seatpost that’s designed to flex make the DX a seriously comfortable bike.
With 32mm Schwalbe rubber fitted, it rides beautifully too – and you’re very well looked after elsewhere. There’s Ritchey’s excellent – and expensive – WCS cockpit, the DT Swiss Splines are quality wheels, the 105 setup is typically efficient and the Shimano hydraulic braking both powerful and controlled.
Stable descender with miles of versatility
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