Specialized Rockhopper Sport 27.5 2022
2022 Mountain
Estimate price |
832$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame aluminium -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork Suntour XCM
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Groupset microSHIFT, microSHIFT Marvo -
Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
151cm - 164cm
SM
160cm - 172cm
MD
166cm - 179cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized A1 premium butted alloy, zero-stack head tube, internal cable routing, 135x9mm forged dropouts, chainstay-mounted disc brake, replaceable alloy derailleur hanger, stealth rack mounts, dropper post compatible
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCM 27.5, 30mm stanchions, Rx Tune, coil spring, QR, 80/90/100mm travel (size-specific), 42mm offset
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Microshift RD-M46L, 9spd
Front Derailleur
microSHIFT FD-M462, 2-speed
Shift Levers
Microshift, SL-M859R, 2x9
Cassette
SunRace, 9-Speed, 11-36t
Crank
Stout 2x, forged alloy
Bottom Bracket
Square-tapered, 73mm, internal bearings, 122.5mm spindle
Chain
KMC X9EPT, 9-speed, anti-corrosion coating w/ reusable Missing Link™
Pedals
SBC-54 Flat pedal
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula 6-Bolt, disc, 100x9mm spacing, quick-release, 32H
Rear Hub
Formula SP-2125, 6-Bolt freehub, disc, 135x9mm spacing, quick-release
Rims
Specialized alloy, disc only, double-wall, 25mm inner width, 32h
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Tires
Front: Fast Trak Sport, 27.5 x 2.35", Rear: Fast Trak Sport, 27.5 x 2.35"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, 180mm
Cockpit
Stem
3D-forged alloy, 31.8mm, 7-degree rise
Handlebar
Stout Mini Rise, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm
Grips
Specialized MTB Grip, lock-on
Seat
Saddle
Bridge Sport, Steel rails, 155/143mm
Seatpost
Alloy, 2-bolt clamp, 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.5 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.42 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm |
| Front Center | 630 mm | 656 mm | 682 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 97 mm | 97 mm | 97 mm |
| Stack | 554 mm | 568 mm | 584 mm |
| Reach | 370 mm | 390 mm | 410 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 536 mm | 560 mm | 584 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 310 mm | 350 mm | 400 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 105 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 435 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1062 mm | 1087 mm | 1113 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Standover Height | 653 mm | 690 mm | 730 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 151 cm | 160 cm | 166 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 172 cm | 179 cm |
Model Overview
Rockhopper Sport 27.5 belongs to the Specialized Rockhopper model. There are 119 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Specialized Rockhopper bikes models from 2022, here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Specialized Rockhopper 26 2022 has a starting price of 664$. Specialized Rockhopper Expert 29 2022 on the other hand is the most expensive at 1486$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2022 for 770$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 147.4% smaller.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Rockhopper Sport 27.5 components
Fork
This bike has the Suntour XCM fork installed. The fork’s travel is 100mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Rockhopper Sport 27.5 bike is equipped with the 27.5″ aluminum model. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Specialized Rockhopper Sport 27.5 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
There are 3 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 151 cm – 179 cm (4.95 ft – 5.87 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.