{"id":1069,"date":"2026-01-19T12:12:08","date_gmt":"2026-01-19T12:12:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/cyts\/?p=1069"},"modified":"2026-01-26T10:57:22","modified_gmt":"2026-01-26T10:57:22","slug":"bike-of-the-week-specialized-diverge-3-alloy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/cyts\/2026\/01\/19\/bike-of-the-week-specialized-diverge-3-alloy\/","title":{"rendered":"Bike of the Week: Specialized Diverge 3 Alloy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>This week\u2019s <strong>Bike of the Week<\/strong> pick is what we\u2019d confidently call the ultimate <em>do-it-all bike<\/em> for riding on the Isle of Man \u2013 the <strong>Specialized Diverge 3 Alloy<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re new to gravel bikes, they\u2019re designed to blur the lines between road and off-road riding. Think drop handlebars and efficient road-bike speed, combined with the comfort, stability and control needed for rough roads, lanes, dirt tracks and everything in between. In short, one bike that can handle whatever the ride throws at it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/cyts\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/213\/2026\/01\/IMG_3859-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1070\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/cyts\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/213\/2026\/01\/IMG_3859-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/cyts\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/213\/2026\/01\/IMG_3859-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/cyts\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/213\/2026\/01\/IMG_3859-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/blog.citrus-lime.com\/cyts\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/213\/2026\/01\/IMG_3859-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why the Specialized Diverge 3 Alloy?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Diverge has built a reputation for versatility, and the Alloy version delivers that in a tough, accessible package:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Premium aluminium frame<\/strong> \u2013 lightweight, durable and ready for everyday riding or big adventures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Loads of rack and accessory mounts<\/strong> \u2013 ideal for commuting, bikepacking or multi-day exploring.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Huge tyre clearance (up to 47mm)<\/strong> \u2013 run fast-rolling gravel tyres or go wide with chunky off-road rubber for extra confidence on rough terrain.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re linking back roads, tackling gravel tracks, or just want one bike that does a bit of everything, the Diverge 3 Alloy fits the bill perfectly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Easy ways to get riding<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The best part? You can secure the bike with a <strong>\u00a399 deposit<\/strong> and pay the balance through the <strong>Cycle to Work Scheme<\/strong>, making it an even easier way to get into gravel riding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Interested? Pop into Cycle 360 and have a chat with <strong>Brad, Craig or Michael<\/strong>. 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