Side-by-side comparison
Specialized Crux vs Trek Checkmate
Two model lines, one shared question. The data below is the live used-market summary for each, refreshed daily. The higher-on-each-metric column is highlighted so the differences read at a glance.
Today's market
| Metric | Specialized Crux | Trek Checkmate |
|---|---|---|
| Used median | $3,259 | $6,768 |
| 25th percentile | $1,000 | $6,056 |
| 75th percentile | $5,950 | $7,537 |
| Active listings | 11 | 3 |
| Sample (yr × tier) | 78 | 5 |
| Years tracked | 2012–2027 | 2025–2026 |
| MSRP (median trim) | $5,250 | $7,000 |
| % of MSRP retained | 62% | 97% |
Reading the table
Used median. Lower is better for a buyer, higher for a seller. Either way, the side with the lower median is the more accessible bike at any given budget.
25th / 75th percentile. The realistic negotiation range. A bike at its 25th is well-priced; at the 75th, the seller needs to justify the premium with condition, build, or provenance.
Active listings + sample size. Depth signals. The side with more live inventory is easier to find in your size; the side with more historical sample has more trustworthy percentiles.
% of MSRP retained. The honest depreciation number. A model retaining 90% has barely moved since new; a model at 40% has finished its first depreciation phase and is closer to its used-market floor.